“As the Middle East’s aviation sector prepares for the Dubai Airshow 2025, the focus isn’t just on fleets and fuel efficiency; it’s also on people. Regional growth plans like Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the UAE’s Aviation Growth Strategy, and Qatar’s National Aviation Plan are driving unprecedented expansion, with billions being invested in new carriers, airports, and routes. But with this comes immense pressure to hire quickly, and that’s where risk can creep in.

James Randall, HireRight

“In an industry like aviation, which is built on security and trust, a single wrong hire could have severe operational and reputational consequences. HireRight’s 2025 Global Benchmark Survey found that more than three-quarters of employers globally uncovered discrepancies during pre-employment background checks in the past 12 months, highlighting the need for a robust screening programme to help mitigate companies’ employment risk. As the region scales up, background screening must evolve from a compliance checkbox to a core part of aviation due diligence.”

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