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Turkmenistan Aims to Become Regional Hub for Pilot Training to European Standards
Turkmenistan is moving toward establishing a regional aviation training center focused on civil pilot education in line with international aviation standards. The initiative was discussed during a recent Cabinet meeting.
Deputy Prime Minister Mammedkhan Chakiyev reported that local flight instructors are currently undergoing training on Diamond aircraft and obtaining international certifications. This groundwork will enable the country to offer pilot training to foreign students under the regulations of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
President Serdar Berdimuhamedov approved the proposal and instructed relevant authorities to begin phased implementation of the project. He emphasized that advancing aviation education is a strategic step toward integrating Turkmenistan into the global civil aviation network and strengthening its role in the region.
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The Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of the Population of Turkmenistan has officially approved the work and rest schedule for 2026. In Turkmenistan, there will be a total of 12 official public holidays across all regions.
Workweek formats are as follows:
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Five-day workweek — 40 hours
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Six-day workweek (7 hours/day) — 40 hours
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Six-day workweek (6 hours/day) — 36 hours
The public holidays in Turkmenistan in 2026 are:
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January 1 — New Year
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March 8 — International Women’s Day
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March 20 — Oraza Bayram
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March 21–22 — National Spring Holiday
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May 18 — Constitution and State Flag Day of Turkmenistan
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May 27–29 — Gurban Bayram
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September 27 — Independence Day
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October 6 — Day of Remembrance
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December 12 — International Neutrality Day
On the workday preceding a public holiday, working hours are reduced by one hour. The same applies to night shifts, and in continuous production, the schedule is equivalent to a normal day. The average monthly working time is 166.9 hours for a 40-hour workweek and 150.5 hours for a 36-hour workweek. This ensures a balanced labor schedule throughout Turkmenistan in 2026.
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