Good news for Lebanese aviation hopefuls,
Middle East Airlines - Airliban has just announced their first cadet pilot program for this year. Some changes from last year include a lower minimum age for applications which is now at 19 years old. Also female applications will also be accepted this time around.
MEA Cadet Pilot Program 2006
Successful applicants are sent to do an integrated JAA ATPL course at Flight Training Europe in Jerez, Spain under the provisions of the UK CAA.
MEA is currently facing a large number of retirements in the coming 5 years and needs to replace something like 50 of the 122 pilots currently on roster.
There are plans in the near future for fleet expansion. An A330 will join next year and will most likely be a lease from ILFC. Also there are plans for regional jets/props in the coming years however this is yet to be confirmed and is a developing idea.
Good luck to all who apply!