FNS parades an initiative to create Tanzania’s future aviators

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIAN youth have been encouraged to blend passion in the aviation industry by using several opportunities available in this field.

This has been disclosed to the Daily News Digital today by Mr Narscent Meena who is the founder of Fly with Narscent Simulator (FNS), an aviation awareness initiative dedicated to inspiring the next generation of aviators.

FNS is preparing to host an exclusive Aircraft Hangar Visit at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA) in Dar es Salaam on September 26th reserved for young Tanzanians aged between 5 to 21 years old.

“This mentorship program is very important because we aim to expose young people to many opportunities that are available in the aviation sector both within and outside the country.

“The attendees will experience many things on the day like exposure to Aircraft Maintenance and Operations thereby allowing students to observe first-hand how aircraft are serviced and maintained,” he says.

He adds: “They will also have full understanding of Hangar procedures and safety standards which include learning about professional safety protocols and operational procedures in a real Hangar environment.

“Also, the visit act like a career inspiration for the youths since they get a chance to interact with aviation professionals and exploring potential career paths,” says Mr Meena who is also a Tanzanian Private Pilot.

Queried on what qualities a person should posses before joining the aviation industry, he says passion is the most important ingredient before acquiring demanded academic qualifications.

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“In everything that a person wants to pursue, passion is a must….you can hardly excel on what you want to achieve if you lack passion or desire to do it wholeheartedly.

“In terms of education requirements, the aviation sector currently demands success in science subjects unlike in the past whereby even those who studied arts subjects were allowed to join aviation,” he says.

According to him, several opportunities awaiting in aviation industry include, Pilot, Flight operations, Customer service, Cabin Crew, Aircraft Engineer, Marshallers, Security officers, Air traffic controllers, Aviation Doctors and Balloon pilot among others.

Narscent established FNS to open doors for young people, ages 5 to 21, to explore the world of aviation through mentorship, simulation-based learning, and structured awareness programs.

His vision is to expand FNS into a comprehensive aviation academy and flight school, offering pathways for future pilots, engineers, and aviation professionals across Africa.

Narscent’s leadership is driven by a passion for education, accessibility, and innovation in aviation, ensuring that young dreamers are equipped with the skills, exposure, and guidance to achieve their aspirations in the aerospace industry.