Queen Noor Civil Aviation Technical College

What Queen Noor Civil Aviation Technical College does

Queen Noor Civil Aviation Technical College (operating as Queen Noor Aviation University College following its 2025 institutional transformation) is a Jordanian specialized aviation education institution established in 1973 with founding support from ICAO and UNDP. The college operates nine specialized training centers covering air navigation services, flight safety, aviation security, airport operations, meteorology, aviation cybersecurity, English language proficiency testing, and curriculum development, co-located at the Amman Civil Airport (Northern Marka) campus. It functions as the ICAO Regional Middle East Aviation Security Training Centre (est. December 8, 1998) and is a founding member of the ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Program since 1990, with five in-house developed Standardized Training Packages aligned to ICAO competency-based methodology. The college operates under the academic supervision of Al-Balqa Applied University, the Jordan Ministry of Higher Education, and the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission, and is also JCAR Part-176 and QNCATC/EXAM/2007 certified by the Jordan Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission.

The institution generates revenue from three streams: academic tuition for two-year diploma programs (approximately 66 credit hours) and the newly launched bachelor's degree programs; professional and specialized training courses delivered across durations ranging from three days to twelve weeks for both internal students and external participants; and Aviation English Language Proficiency Testing (ALPT) administered under JCARC authorization. Customer segments include Jordanian and international students seeking accredited aviation qualifications, regional civil aviation authorities (with documented cohorts from the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority), and aviation professionals requiring ICAO-aligned recurrent training. Named employer partners include Royal Jordanian, Joramco, JALCO, Jordan Aviation, Menzies Aviation, Arab Potash Company, and the Free Zones and Development Areas Group. Marketing is conducted primarily through international education exhibitions (EDUGATE), the bilingual institutional website, the NexionSys student portal, government-coordinated 'Study in Jordan' platforms, and field-exposure partnerships with operating aviation companies. The college is directed by Dr. Farhan Aref Al-Mashaqbeh and operates with a faculty/staff base of 11-50 employees.

Name

Queen Noor Civil Aviation Technical College

Legal name

QNAC University College

Website

https://qnac.edu.jo

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Queen Noor Aviation University College is a Jordanian specialized aviation education institution operating since 1973, delivering ICAO-aligned diploma, bachelor's, and professional training programs across nine specialized centers for civil aviation authorities, students, and aviation professionals throughout the Middle East.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Education and Training

NAICS

Flight Training (611512), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Air Traffic Control (488111)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Aviation Security (AVSEC) Training (BPAKAOAM), Regulatory, Compliance & Type Training (FAA/EASA/ICAO, Part 147/145) (EDAOAFAN), Private Aviation Pilot & Crew Staffing/Training Services (THABAFAJ)

Keywords

• Aviation education
• Civil aviation training
• Air traffic control training
• Aviation security training
• Aviation academic programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Amman

HQ country

Jordan

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Academic Tuition and Fees: Revenue from tuition fees for accredited diploma and bachelor's degree programs. Tuition and program details are published in PDF format via the college's official channels. Operates under Al Balqa Applied University supervision with accreditation from the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission.
2. Professional and Specialized Training Courses: Revenue from short-term professional training courses delivered through nine specialized training centers. Courses serve both the college's own students and external participants from regional civil aviation authorities, international trainees, and industry professionals. Includes ICAO-aligned training programs, certification courses, and custom corporate training.
3. Aviation English Language Proficiency Testing: The college operates an authorized English Language Proficiency Testing Center (under JCARC approval QNCATC/EXAM/2007) that administers ICAO-compliant Aviation Language Proficiency Tests (ALPT) to pilots and air traffic controllers, generating fee revenue per test administration.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Queen Noor Civil Aviation Technical College is a specialized civil aviation education and training institution offering ICAO-aligned diploma programs, bachelor's degrees, technical institute certifications, and short-term professional training courses. It operates nine specialized training centers covering air navigation, flight safety, aviation security, English language proficiency testing, cybersecurity and AI, airport operations, and meteorology. Programs are designed for individual students pursuing aviation careers as well as regional civil aviation authorities requiring standardized competency-based training.

Product overview

Queen Noor Civil Aviation Technical College operates as a specialized aviation education institution offering a comprehensive portfolio of products and services. The core offerings include nine specialized training centers covering air navigation, flight safety, aviation security, cybersecurity & AI, airport operations, and meteorology. Academic programs span intermediate diplomas, bachelor's degrees, and technical institute certifications. The institution also provides ICAO-aligned standardized training packages through its Curriculum Development Unit, English language proficiency testing services, and professional development courses. The 2025 transformation to university college status expanded offerings to include bachelor's degree programs alongside existing diploma offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• 53+ years of continuous operation in aviation education and training
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability11 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Al Sakhra Security Services and Consultations Co. Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 June 2026Queen Noor Aviation University College signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Al Sakhra Security Services and Consultations Co. Ltd., represented by Major General (Ret.) Hassan Mohammad Anab. The MoU aims to enhance mutual cooperation and exchange training services and expertise to support the development of specialized training programs and strengthen human capital in aviation, security, and safety fields. The agreement reflects the college's commitment to expanding its network of partnerships with leading national institutions.
• Syrian Civil Aviation AuthoritycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 May 2026The college graduated the second batch of 10 participants from the Syrian Civil Aviation Authority in the Area Surveillance Control course. Dr. Farhan Aref Al-Mashaqbeh expressed the college's pride in cooperative relations with the Syrian Arab Republic and reaffirmed its commitment to providing training and technical support contributing to developing human capabilities in the civil aviation sector.
• Menzies AviationminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 May 2026The college organized a field visit for Aviation Security and Safety Operations Management students to Menzies Aviation Ground Handling Services at Queen Alia International Airport, providing practical exposure and bridging theoretical knowledge with real-world aviation operations.
• United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1973The college traces its origins to 1973 as a training center established with support from ICAO and UNDP to serve civil aviation needs in Jordan and the region.
• International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFounding member of an ICAO program since 1990. Hosts the ICAO Regional Middle East Aviation Security Training Centre (established December 8, 1998). Active member of the ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Program, developing and delivering ICAO-aligned Standardized Training Packages (STPs).
• Al Balqa Applied UniversitycoreOthersQueen Noor Aviation University College operates under the academic supervision of Al Balqa Applied University, the Jordan Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and the Accreditation and Quality Assurance Commission.
• Airports Company JordanminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe college participated in Jordanian Flag Day activities organized by Airports Company Jordan, strengthening institutional ties with Jordan's airport operator.
• Jordan Civil Aviation Regulatory CommissioncoreOthersThe college operates training centers under the supervision of the Civil Aviation Regulatory Commission and is officially approved by JCARC under JCAR Part-176. The English Language Proficiency Testing Center is authorized by JCARC under approval QNCATC/EXAM/2007.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• IATA Training: Global aviation industry body's training division offering standardized courses across aviation operations, safety, and security. Overlaps with QNAC's ICAO-aligned portfolio but operates as a broad, non-specialized incumbent.

Direct peers

• FlightSafety International: Premier commercial aviation training organization delivering pilot, maintenance, and simulator-based training. Comparable in delivering ICAO/IATA-style competency-based curricula and simulator-led training to aviation professionals worldwide.
• Ryanair Aviation Academy: European airline-affiliated pilot training academy offering integrated ATPL and type-rating programs. Comparable as an aviation-specific training institution tied to a major operator and serving international cadets.
• CAE Inc. Global leader in aviation training, including ATC, pilot, and crew training. Highly comparable as a multi-disciplinary civil aviation training provider; CAE represents the scaled, commercial counterpart to QNAC's regional training-hub model.
• Lufthansa Aviation Training: Airline-affiliated aviation training academy offering pilot, cabin crew, ATC, and aviation management training. Comparable as a multi-disciplinary aviation training institution combining degree programs with professional certifications.

Others

• Airports Company Jordan: Jordan's national airport operator, an existing institutional partner of QNAC. Comparable as a key local stakeholder in Jordanian aviation workforce development rather than a direct competitor.
• Al Balqa Applied University: The academic supervisory parent of QNAC, providing degree-granting authority and accreditation oversight. Comparable as the institutional enabler of QNAC's transition to university-college status rather than a competitor.

Regional players

• International Aviation College (IAC) - various regional schools: Several MENA and African national aviation training colleges (e.g., Egyptian Aviation Academy, Moroccan aviation institutes) operate under similar ICAO-aligned mandates. Comparable as government-affiliated regional aviation training institutions competing for the same student pool.
• Emirates Aviation University: UAE-based aviation-focused university offering undergraduate and postgraduate aviation programs plus professional training. Most direct regional competitor targeting international aviation students in the Middle East.
• Ethiopian Aviation Academy: Africa-based airline-affiliated aviation academy providing pilot, cabin crew, maintenance, and aviation management training. Comparable regional airline-affiliated aviation training institution serving a different geography.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance7 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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