Albanian Minister of Defense Ermal Nufi announced the official opening of the National Flight School on Friday, describing it as a strategic step toward strengthening the country’s defense and national security capabilities.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony, Nufi said the National Flight School is more than just a new educational institution—it represents a long-term investment in the training of military personnel and the modernization of Albania’s military aviation capabilities.

“Today, we are not simply inaugurating a new educational institution. We are laying a cornerstone for strengthening the capabilities of the Albanian Armed Forces for the future. We are creating a new strategic asset for national defense and security,” Minister Nufi said.

He emphasized that the school will serve as a center for training highly specialized personnel while promoting knowledge, discipline, and professionalism—qualities he described as essential to enhancing the operational capabilities of the Albanian Armed Forces.