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Entry Point North delivers world-leading air traffic services (ATS) training across Europe.

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Air traffic services to safeguard the skies

Entry Point North is one of the world’s leading air traffic services (ATS) academies. From state-of-the-art training centres across Europe, plus onsite and online deliveries worldwide, the company equips air traffic controllers, ATSEPs and FIS staff with the knowledge, skills and confidence to keep airspace safe. All training is audited under EU regulations and aligns with ICAO standards. Entry Point North is part of ICAO’s TRAINAIR PLUS network and partners with IFATCA, IFATSEA, IFISA and CANSO.

Air traffic training services

Entry Point North’s training services include initial, continuation and unit training, which is aligned with EU and international regulations. The company also offers tailored consultancy services, simulator solutions, recruitment and selection support, and online learning solutions to support the people who safeguard the skies. Its training centres operate across Europe in Sweden, Denmark, Ireland, Hungary, Belgium and Spain.

Competency-based air traffic training

Entry Point North believes that every student has the potential to succeed.

  • Training is centred on the individual and is adapted to each student’s background, strengths and needs.
  • The academy uses competency-based training with continuous assessment and feedback beyond formal tests, tailoring support as needed.
  • Entry Point North implements individual action plans for students and regularly holds confidential one-to-one meetings to foster personal growth and success.
  • The environment is inclusive and international, grounded in mutual respect and a just culture, where mistakes are treated as learning opportunities.
  • All instructors are operational experts and training professionals who continuously evolve their methods, and the academy strives to maintain instructor continuity for each student.

Cutting edge simulation

Entry Point North offers industry leading air traffic control training with advanced simulator technology that ensures realism, flexibility and efficiency.

With over 400 simulator positions, it delivers scalable, flexible and highly realistic training solutions. Some highlights include:

  • A 360° tower simulator that delivers a seamless panoramic view to sharpen situational awareness and decision making. With high resolution displays and a fully immersive setup, it helps trainees reach proficiency efficiently.
  • Several 270° and 360° tower simulators with 4K resolution, designed for tailored training scenarios that adapt to specific needs.
  • An extensive setup of 180° tower simulators for focused, high precision training in a compact format.
  • A radar simulator platform with over 300 positions, offering accuracy, intuitive interfaces and the capacity to replicate complex airspace scenarios, ensuring trainees are well equipped for operational challenges.

Online air traffic training

Since 2022, more than 1,000 learners have succeeded with Entry Point North’s online training solutions.

The company provides flexible, scalable and trusted online learning that allows access anywhere, at any time, helping to reduce costs, staffing pressure and the need for travel. The academy offers two main formats:

  • On demand courses are fully self-paced, with 24/7 access to high quality digital content including readings, videos, exercises and quizzes.
  • Live guidance adds instructor led sessions for real-time interaction, discussion and guided learning, complementing the on-demand materials.

With a typical access period of 90 days and support available throughout, the online training is designed for convenience, compliance and impact, and it supports your organisation’s operational continuity.

To learn more and find the training solution that fits your needs, contact Entry Point North using the enquiry form above. Explore scheduled courses, browse the full course library or get in touch to customise a training package tailored to your organisation.

About Entry Point North

Entry Point North was founded in 2006 and is an independent academy with a strong operational background. Today, Entry Point North is jointly owned by Naviair (Denmark), LFV (Sweden) and AirNav Ireland. Its headquarters are in Malmö, Sweden, and its team across all of its training sites represents more than twenty nationalities. Over the years, Entry Point North has trained more than 10,000 students and supported more than 300 clients in over 65 countries.

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Resilience in a Changing World

The SESAR ATM Master Plan outlines a path to progressively higher levels of automation, with selected services expected to reach very high automation by 2045.

Learn How to Deliver High-Level Virtual Classroom Courses

We are pleased to announce that we now offer an Accredited Virtual Classroom Instructor course, designed for theoretical instructors, teachers and facilitators, as well as others who lead virtual classroom meetings with multiple participants.

New State-of-the-Art Air Traffic Control Tower Simulator Opens at Dublin Airport

Entry Point North Ireland (EPNI) officially opened a new air traffic control tower simulator at its Dublin Air Traffic Control Centre (ATCC) at Dublin Airport today (Tuesday, 27 June 2017). The new high-technology simulator, the second such installation in Europe, will be the platform in respect to all future aerodrome training for Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) Dublin-based air traffic control officers.

Entry Point North Receives ISO 9001: 2015 Certification

On 15 May, Entry Point North, one of the largest global ATS academies, received an ISO 9001:2015 certificate. The certificate was awarded following an intensive audit process performed during March / April 2017 at the headquarters in Malmö.

Entry Point North Opens New Academy in Madrid

On 1 March Entry Point North, one of the largest global ATS academies, opened its fifth training site in Europe, located in Madrid, Spain. The establishment of the Spanish training site is the newest outcome of its continuous global expansion with the aim to offer top quality training with local presence.

Entry Point North Performs ACS-ADI Assessment Centre at Croatia Control

During May 2016 Entry Point North successfully ran an assessment centre for 15 future ACS and ADI air traffic controllers of Croatia Control. The objective of the assessment was to select and assign the most suitable student profiles for the coming ACS and ADI Rating training in order to maximise the success rate of the subsequent training.

Entry Point North to Establish a Simulator Platform Onsite at Naviair

On 9 June 2015 Entry Point North, a leading global Air Traffic Services academy, and Naviair (Air Navigation Service Provider of Denmark) entered into a long-term frame agreement for the delivery of simulator platform and related services to be used in training by all Danish ATC Towers and the North Atlantic controllers.

Entry Point North and IATA Enter Collaboration Agreement

During the World ATM Congress 2015, Entry Point North, a leading global Air Traffic Services academy, and the International Air Transport Association (IATA) signed a collaboration agreement for the development and delivery of complimentary training programs for the aviation industry.

Human Factors training for ATCOs from NANSC

During February and March ATCOs from National Air Navigation Services Company (NANSC) in Egypt are being provided with top quality Human Factors training by Entry Point North, one of the largest air traffic services academies in Europe. NANSC is responsible for preparing and operating Air Traffic Services, Navigational Aids and Safe guarding Air Navigation Services within the Egyptian Airspace.

Entry Point North Delivers ATSEP Training to PCCW-HKT

Entry Point North, one of the largest air traffic services academies in Europe, was selected by PCCW-HKT in Hong Kong as ATSEP Training provider. PCCW-HKT is responsible for CNS/ATM system in Chek Lap Kok Airport Hong Kong. PCCW group also holds interests in telecommunications, media, IT solutions and other businesses throughout the world.

Controllers from Croatia Control Ltd are Training at Entry Point North

Entry Point North, one of the largest air traffic service academies, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by Croatia Control Ltd to provide ATC-related training to its air traffic controllers. Various ATSEP training courses have been delivered during 2012 and Croatian controllers have received OJTI training in Zagreb.

Introduction to Air Traffic Control for Pilots

In October Entry Point North, one of the largest Air Traffic Service academies, delivered its first Pilot's Guide to Air Traffic Control course. The course is specifically designed for pilots as a hands-on induction to air traffic control and the role of an air traffic controller.

Entry Point Central Delivers Training for Slovakian ANSP (LPS SR)

Entry Point Central ATS academy, jointly owned by Entry Point North and HungaroControl, delivered its first OJTI course for operational controllers of LPS SR, the Slovakian ANSP, over 22-26 October. The five-day course was fully compliant with Eurocontrol. ATCO Development Training: OJTI Course was provided to ten LPS controllers in Bratislava.

Entry Point North Becomes ICAO TRAINAIR PLUS Member

Entry Point North, the largest independent air traffic service (ATS) academy in Europe, is pleased to announce that it has become TRAINAIR PLUS Associate member of the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO). The certificate of the membership was officially handed over to the academy's representatives on the 25 September 2012 during the TRAINAIR PLUS Global Symposium in Singapore with more than 400 participants registered.

Joint Partnership Between Entry Point North and GroupEAD Europe S.L.

Entry Point North, one of the largest Air Traffic Service (ATS) academies, and GroupEAD Europe S.L., Aeronautical Information Management (AIM) service provider, have signed a long-term partnership agreement for cooperation for national and international projects. The mutual cooperation will allow both parties to offer total training solutions to a variety of ANSPs and associated customers throughout the world.

Civil Aviation Management Institute of China Starts Training at Entry Point North

Entry Point North, a leading air traffic management (ATM) academy in Europe, and CAMIC, the Civil Aviation Management Institute of China, have entered into a long-term partnership on collaboration in aviation related training. In July 2011 this long-term cooperation was established when a letter of intent was signed by both parties.

Special Offer on ATSEP OJTI and ATSEP Assessor Courses

In 2012 Entry Point North celebrates its six year anniversary as one of the largest ATM academies in Europe. During this exciting journey we are proud to have become a full training solution provider, now offering our training services throughout the world.

Entry Point North Introduces ICAO ATC Training Courses

As supplement to ab-initio training based on Eurocontrol Common Core Content, Entry Point North now introduces ICAO air traffic controller training courses carried out in accordance with ICAO recommendations and standards. Professional multinational staff surrounded by long Scandina

Entry Point North Introduces ATSEP Training Courses

During the last few years the importance of having dedicated training for engineering and technical personnel undertaking operational safety related tasks, has been gaining more prominence. This training is more commonly referred to as air traffic safety electronics personnel (ATSEP). The trainin

Extra International Development Courses at Entry Point North

In response to numerous requests Entry Point North is planning extra international courses during 2011-2012. Development courses: On-the-job training instructor development course: 24-28 October 2011 for five days On-the-job- training instructor refresher course:

Products & Services

ATSEP Training

Entry Point North is a leading air traffic safety electronics personnel (ATSEP) training provider offering a complete solution, including basic and all qualification domains.

Safety Training

Safety training courses of varying complexity and duration cover accident / incident investigation, safety management and other areas.

Services

Being the world’s leading academy in ATS training, we also offer a wide range of services to meet individual clients' needs.

Meteorological Training

Aeronautical Meteorological Observation (AMO) training aims to impart participants with theoretical knowledge and practical skills to enable them to produce fully standardised, accurate meteorological observations.

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Entry Point North ATSEP

Highlights from our ATSEP Seminar, with voices from SESAR, AirNav Ireland, and skeyes. SWIM, initial trajectory information, AI for anomaly detection, modern ATSEP training, human performance, and common competencies.

Entry Point North Belgium

Entry Point North Belgium in focus. A quick look at ATCO and ATSEP training on the skeyes campus in Brussels, with simulators, classrooms, briefings, and the people who make it work.

Entry Point North Spain

Meet instructors and learners and see how we combine practical training, modern tools and a supportive culture to develop ATCO and ATSEP competence.

Entry Point North Malmö

Step inside ATC Initial Training at Entry Point North Sweden. Filmed at our Malmö site, this short video shows how classroom learning and simulator sessions combine with coaching and debriefs to prepare for real operations.

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Hyllie Vattenparksgata 11A,
215 32,
Malmö,
Sweden

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Entry Point North AB
Hyllie Vattenparksgata 11A
215 32
Malmö
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Entry Point North Ireland
ATS Academy
C/O Irish Aviation Authority Building
Ballycasey Cross, Shannon
Co Clare
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Entry Point Central Ltd
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PO Box 80/1
Budapest
H-1675
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Entry Point North Denmark
Naviair
Naviair Alle 1
2770 Kastrup
Denmark

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Entry Point North Spain
Parque Empresarial San Fernando
Avenida de Castilla 2
Edificio Francia
San Fernando de Henares
28830 Madrid
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Entry Point North Belgium
Tervuursesteenweg 303
1820 Steenokkerzeel
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