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GFS establishes Aviation Inspiration International Academy (with photos)
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     The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for the Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy (GAIIA) today (March 29), marking Hong Kong's first aviation initiative to unite the eight universities, funded by the University Grants Committee, to provide aviation professional training for the youth and inspire them to serve Hong Kong with their aviation expertise. Over 500 teachers and students from local, Mainland and international universities attended.

     Officiating at the ceremony, the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, said Hong Kong's strategic importance as an aviation gateway continues to grow as we deepen our integration with the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. He pointed out that the academy arrives at precisely the right moment, grooming dedicated professionals to maintain Hong Kong's competitive edge, further excel Hong Kong public aviation service, while contributing to the broader development of our nation's aviation capabilities.

     The academy connects the youth with the aviation industry through the GFS's professional resources and operational expertise. Welcoming the audience, the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu, said that GAIIA bridges the gap between academic knowledge and real-world expertise, offering students exposure to search and rescue, emergency medical services, hill firefighting, law enforcement support, etc.

     ​The GFS has received more than 12 000 youth visitors since 2022. The GAIIA expands these efforts through providing specialised training programmes to the youth and enabling local and international participants to recognise the GFS's professional strength and critical role in emergency aviation services, deepening their understanding of Hong Kong's aviation emergency services.

     ​Other officiating guests included representatives from City University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, Lingnan University, the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the Education University of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, and the University of Hong Kong.
 
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The Government Flying Service held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung, delivering a speech at the ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (fifth right), with the Controller of GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (fifth left); Associate Provost (Teaching and Learning) of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Professor Jimmy Fung (fourth right); Dean of Students of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Ir Professor Horace Mui (fourth left); Dean of Students of the Education University of Hong Kong, Professor Bill Yeung (third right); Associate Dean (Undergraduate Education), College of Engineering of City University of Hong Kong, Professor Chan Hung Shek (third left); Associate Dean of Student Affairs of the University of Hong Kong, Professor Esther Chan (second right); Director of Student Affairs of the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Ms Elaine Tam (second left); Director of Student Affairs of Lingnan University, Ms Irene Ng (first right); and Assistant Director of Student Affairs of Hong Kong Baptist University, Ms Denise Chu (first left), at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (eighth right), with the Controller of GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (eighth left); Member of Youth Development Commission, Ms Grace Yu (third right); the Chairman of the Executive Board of the Hong Kong Air Cadet Corps (HKACC), Mr Edwin Lau (third left); the Vice Chairman of the Executive Board of the HKACC, Mr Peter Dicky Yip (second right); the Commanding Officer of the HKACC, Mr Chan Man-lang (second left); the Honorary Air Commodore of the HKACC, Mr Solomon Yung (first left); the Honorary Air Commodore of the HKACC, Dr Chan Kwok-ki (first right); and representatives from the eight universities funded by the University Grants Committee at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows over 500 teachers and students from local, Mainland and international universities attending the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (eighth left), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (seventh left), with delegates and student representatives of City University of Hong Kong at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (seventh left), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (sixth left), with delegates and student representatives of Hong Kong Baptist University at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (seventh right), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (seventh left), with delegates and student representatives of Lingnan University at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (centre), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (eighth left), with delegates and student representatives of the Chinese University of Hong Kong at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (eighth right), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (centre), with delegates and student representatives of the Education University of Hong Kong at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (centre), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (ninth left), with delegates and student representatives of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (ninth right), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (ninth left), with delegates and student representatives of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology at the academy inauguration ceremony.
The Government Flying Service (GFS) held its inauguration ceremony for Government Flying Service Aviation Inspiration International Academy today (March 29). Photo shows the Secretary for Security, Mr Tang Ping-keung (seventh right), and the Controller of the GFS, Captain Eddie Liu (seventh left), with delegates and student representatives of the University of Hong Kong at the academy inauguration ceremony.