We were proud to successfully host the Edremit Conference of the UAVET Project – “Enhancing the Professional Skills of Electro-Mechanical Technicians for UAV Maintenance and Repair” on 11 December 2025 at the Afrodit Thermal Hotel.
Led by the Balıkesir University Edremit School of Civil Aviation and supported under the Erasmus+ KA220 Vocational Education Cooperation Programme through the National Agency of Türkiye, the project has made a meaningful contribution to strengthening vocational competencies in the rapidly evolving UAV ecosystem.
The conference featured inspiring opening remarks by Prof. Dr Abdullah Soykan, followed by in-depth presentations from Caner Anda (Mellis Ed-Tech) on the project objectives and activities, and Assoc. Prof. Dr Seyhun Durmuş on project outcomes, UAV maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting technologies.
Dr Gülaçtı Şen also shared valuable insights into UAV legislation and pilot qualification requirements, highlighting the regulatory framework shaping the sector.
We were especially pleased to welcome students from Edremit Vocational and Technical Anatolian High School—future drone technicians whose enthusiasm reflects the growing potential of Türkiye’s UAV workforce. Special thanks were extended to School Principal Ertan Çınar and the dedicated teachers who supported this event.
Strengthening collaboration between universities and vocational institutions remains key to building a highly skilled, future-ready aviation workforce. The UAVET Project stands as a strong step toward a more innovative and competent UAV sector in Türkiye.
