The Specialized Air Training Centre of the Royal Air Force of Oman (RAFO) celebrated the 50th anniversary of its establishment

The ceremony took place earlier this week under the auspices of Dr. Mohammed Nasser Al Zaabi, Secretary-General of the Ministry of Defence.

The celebration, held at the Specialized Air Training Centre at Seeb Air Base, included the launch of the Centre’s Golden Jubilee logo, Oman News Agency (ONA) reported.

A visual display that was presented at the ceremony featured the stages of development of the Specialized Air Training Centre. This was followed by the launch of a book titled “Specialized Air Training Centre, 50 years of resourcefulness: 1974-2024”.

The ceremony also saw the launch of a postage stamp marking the Centre’s Golden Jubilee.

The chief guest toured the exhibition which showcased various innovations and inventions.

The Specialized Air Training Centre has gone through many stages since its establishment in 1974. It started as the “Technical Training School” and evolved in accordance with the missions entrusted to it.

The Specialized Air Training Centre supplies the RAFO with qualified personnel who operate in accordance with top quality standards.