I have been closely following Princess Leonor’s final stage of military training at the General Air Force Academy for weeks, and I can tell you that she is currently undergoing one of the most demanding phases of her entire journey through the three branches of the armed forces.
This phase in San Javier is neither symbolic nor purely theoretical. This is where endurance, focus, and discipline are put to the test – precisely what she will need as the future head of the Armed Forces. And yes, her current schedule is nothing like what we usually see at official events.
What kind of training is Leonor undergoing?
In recent weeks, Leonor has transitioned from manual training to rigorous exercises. We’re talking about real tactical maneuvers, rescue simulations, evasion training, and situations that include reenacted captures to measure reaction and fortitude. These tests are designed for cadets who are already in the final stretch, which explains why this stage is so intense.
All of this happened before she got into the Pilatus PC-21 simulator, an aircraft that commands respect even from the most experienced pilots.
A Spanish journalist revealed that Leonor “had some reservations, but she overcame them.” And yes, she has already “soared through the skies of Murcia” in a simulated flight.
How does Leonor integrate into the Academy?
Here’s something that always catches my eye: the way she moves within the peloton. Those who see her daily say she wants to be just one of the crowd. She sits in the back rows, avoids special treatment, and maintains a strict academic schedule.
Her classmates note that she spends many hours studying in her room, which confirms that she is taking this stage seriously, without any distractions.
This instruction marks the end of a journey that has taken her by land, sea, and now air. From her training aboard the Juan Sebastián de Elcano in the Navy to her tactical training with the Army, everything culminates in this conclusion at the AGA.
Her military training is not just a formality; it is a foundation that will strengthen her institutional role when she assumes responsibilities. And seeing her so focused on such a demanding phase makes it clear that she is intentionally building that profile, step by step.