[3] Adib Shishakly, a founder of the Syrian National Council, is the Vice CEO.

[4] Shishakly, not a pilot, told the Saudi Gazette that he "did all the business side of it from buying the aircraft and delivering them to Rabigh.

I also helped structure the maintenance department, the fuel farm, and the marketing and business strategy for the school.

We have 15 aircraft: some single engine Cessnas, and single and twin Piper aircraft, as well as two twin engine Seneca Vs."[5] The academy's first social event was held in 2011 with the Saudi "Street Eagles," a Harley-Davidson club.

[6] In 2011, Arab News reported that Rabigh Wings Aviation Academy "is preparing to admit women for training.