Iceland-E logistics, under the able leadership of Akin Eric-Garuba was recently appointed the country representative for Nigeria by Mach 1, flying Academy one of the foremost flight schools on the continent. With this development, Iceland-E, which also specializes air and sea logistics, is in sole charge of sourcing and recruitment of student pilots for the prestigious school.

As part of its commitment towards making the path to Mach 1 as smooth as possible for those interested, Iceland-E will be running English proficiency tests and medical tests. The company located in Omole Layout, Ojodu-Isheri Road, will also run comprehensive guidance programmes and even help facilitate a 2-year Student visa who secures admission through its representation.

Aware of the reality of an economic downturn, the Akin Eric-Garuba-led company has secured from Mach 1 an economical and flexible payment plan for the 18-months training programme which comprises Private Pilot Licence (PPL) and Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) for the 18months . Through its uncompromising and quality service delivery, it will ensure that all aspects of the training course will be taken care of.

At a time when safety concerns have become the biggest topic in the Nigerian aviation sector due to recent ill-fated happenings, the partnership between Iceland-E and Mach 1 is a welcome development. It is the opportunity of a lifetime for budding pilots in Nigeria to acquaint themselves with the knowledge, experience and flight hours in a first-rate training school before graduating on to legendary careers in aviation.