The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of the UAE is organizing a major aviation career fair on January 21–22, 2026, at the Etihad Museum in Dubai. This event will bring many employers and recruiters under one roof to offer real aviation jobs. The fair covers roles like cabin crew, pilots, engineering, and airport services. This fair is a big opportunity to meet recruiters from airlines, airports, aerospace firms, and aviation bodies directly. It removes the long wait for online applications and makes entering the aviation sector easier. Whether you are a student, recent graduate, or have some experience, the fair lets you learn about jobs, network with hiring teams, and understand what the industry expects before applying. Major employers participating include: - Emirates Group: Offers jobs in cabin crew, pilots, airport operations, engineering, customer service, and corporate roles. Cabin crew jobs require good English, teamwork, height criteria, and customer service skills. - flydubai: Has openings for pilots, cabin crew, engineering, and ground roles. They also offer apprenticeship programs giving hands-on experience and certification. - Etihad Airways: Hiring cabin crew, pilots, engineers, customer service, and corporate staff. Etihad plans to expand its workforce in 2025 and beyond. - Airbus and other aviation service providers will also be there, offering jobs in technical support and quality assurance. Tips for applicants: - Cabin crew candidates should focus on communication, customer service, and professional grooming. - Pilots should understand training routes and meet fitness, skills, and language requirements. - Engineering hopefuls should highlight aviation studies and consider apprenticeships. This career fair helps job seekers meet recruiters face-to-face, learn about career paths, and get a fast-track to job interviews. Dubai and the UAE are investing heavily in building aviation talent. This event is an essential step for those wanting to join aviation careers quickly and successfully.