Green Flight Academy

Green Flight Academy offers world-class pilot training at Campus Skellefteå, with a focus on sustainability and innovation. By using electric aircraft for approximately 30% of flight hours and offering a comprehensive EASA-certified training program in a modern setting, the academy contributes to Skellefteå’s green profile and fosters international expertise in fossil-free aviation.

Study at Campus Skellefteå

Green Flight Academy is a unique institution at Campus Skellefteå that offers the pilot training of the future, with a focus on sustainability, innovation, and practical relevance. Through its international programs, technical facilities, and strong ties to research and industry, the academy strengthens both the region’s educational profile and Skellefteå’s position in the field of electrified aviation.

Research and Collaboration

• The school is integrated into the region’s green transition and plays a key role in initiatives for electrified aviation—with Skellefteå Airport serving as a test bed for technologies such as electric aircraft, hydrogen-powered aircraft, and fossil-free solutions. Skellefteå Airport+4Skellefteå Science City+4Flygtorget+4 External link.
• Since its inception, Green Flight Academy has conducted over 5,000 takeoffs and landings with electric aircraft, placing the operation at the absolute global forefront of sustainable pilot training. Skellefteå+13Skellefteå Airport+13Flygtorget+13 External link.
• The school actively engages with the aviation industry through partnerships with airlines, and its students have secured pilot jobs immediately after graduation—which strengthens both the relevance of the program and its connection to the business community. schoolandcollegelistings.com External link.
• The program benefits from Campus Skellefteå’s research environments, including test beds at the airport and close collaboration with stakeholders in green technology and mobility. For example, the school is part of broader regional initiatives such as the Arctic Aviation Hub, which focuses on testing and commercializing electric and hydrogen-powered aircraft. vvhbf.se+9Skellefteå Science City+9Skellefteå+9 External link.