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AeroSTAR
Youth Skills Development
Building the next generation of aviation & aerospace leaders
An industry exploration and career-readiness program introducing high school youth across MENA to aviation and aerospace through immersive learning, field visits and connections with industry professionals.
In 2026–27, AeroSTAR will engage 252 youth ages 15–18 across Egypt, Jordan, Kuwait, Morocco, Tunisia and the United Arab Emirates.
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The AeroSTAR Program is a regional initiative designed to introduce high school youth across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to the world of aviation and aerospace. Through immersive learning, field visits, and connection with industry professionals, the program empowers young people to explore the careers shaping the future of flight.
AeroSTAR is an industry exploration and career-readiness program, not a technical aviation or engineering course. Participants do not need a science, engineering, or technical background to take part. What matters is curiosity, a willingness to learn, and an interest in exploring the aviation and aerospace industry.
With support from Boeing, AeroSTAR equips youth not only with essential soft skills, but also with exposure to real industry environments, helping build the region's future aviation and aerospace talent pipeline.
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No previous aviation, engineering or technical experience is required.
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Aviation and aerospace are among the fastest-growing sectors in MENA, supporting emergency response, logistics, green aviation, airport operations, advanced engineering and space exploration. Many young people are unaware of these careers; AeroSTAR gives them the knowledge, skills and confidence to prepare for them in three stages.
60 hours · generally 10–12 weeks
National pitch competition
Tunisia or Jordan · 3 days
Impact
“This program made aviation feel much more accessible by showing me that the industry isn't just for pilots. It relies on a wide variety of skills like communication, teamwork, and problem solving. Learning how essential soft skills are alongside technology made me realize there is a real place for me in the aerospace field.”
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No previous aviation, engineering or technical experience is required. AeroSTAR is an industry exploration and career-readiness program, not a technical aviation or engineering course. Curiosity, a willingness to learn and an interest in the industry are what matter.
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AeroSTAR is delivered by Amideast and supported by Boeing, reflecting a shared commitment to empowering youth, strengthening STEM education, and developing the aviation workforce of tomorrow.
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