10/07/2026
Promoting Aviation & STEM in Sandakan
The Sabah Flying Club successfully launched its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program in Sandakan on 27 June and 28 June 2026. This initiative aimed to promote the aviation industry to younger generations by connecting real-world aviation to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) education.
Through this program, students discovered diverse career opportunities within the aviation sector, inspiring many to confidently pursue their aviation dreams.
Program Highlights
* Schools Involved: 2 schools from the Sandakan district.
* Total Participants: 42 students alongside their accompanying teachers.
* Flight Operations: 17 successful flight sorties completed over 2 days.
* Commanding Pilots: Captain Albert James and Captain Thomas Estolas.
* Safety & Compliance: 100% adherence to all regulatory rules, safety directives, and civil authority guidelines.
We extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to everyone who contributed directly or indirectly to making this program a resounding success.
Special recognition goes to our dedicated working committee. Their outstanding commitment, preparation, and tireless efforts ensured that all operations ran smoothly without any untoward incidents.
Building on this success, the Sabah Flying Club will establish this CSR project as an annual signature activity. We look forward to organizing similar educational programs in the years to come to continue inspiring future aviators.
A Message from Our Club President:
"Aviation is more than just flying; it is a gateway to innovation, engineering, and boundless opportunity. Through this CSR initiative, our goal was to ignite a passion for STEM and show these bright students that their dreams of taking to the skies are entirely within reach. We are incredibly proud of the impact made over these two days, and this is just the beginning of our commitment to nurturing future local aviation talent."
President: Datuk Mahmud Hj Amat Shah