Market Intelligence: South East Asia

Philippines Alpha Aviation Group Celebrates Graduation of 70th Batch of Airline Pilot Program

Clark, Philippines – Alpha Aviation Group (AAG), a full flight simulator training center and pilot training organisation, has marked another milestone with the graduation of its Airline Pilot Program (APP) Batch 70 and First Officer Transition (FOT) trainees at its Simulator Training Center on July 5, 2025.

About Alpha Aviation Group Philippines (AAG)
Alpha Aviation Group Philippines (AAG), based in Clark Freeport Zone, is a Philippine-based Approved Training Organisation (ATO) offering integrated flight training programs including its flagship Airline Pilot Program (APP), First Officer Transition (FOT) training, A320 Type Rating, and airline pathway solutions. AAGP is part of the Alpha Aviation Group, with operations supporting pilot demand across Asia and the Middle East.

Source: Alpha Aviation Group
Photo Credit: Alpha Aviation Group

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Boeing Deliveries Increase 61 Percent in Q2’2025 – 737 Output Grows to 38 Per Month

Global – Boeing has reported second quarter (Q2) 2025 results, highlighting a significant increase in commercial aircraft deliveries and production, with revenue reaching $22.7 billion.

  • Boeing delivered 150 commercial aircraft in Q2 2025, up from 93 in Q2 2024, driven primarily by increased output in the 737 and 787 programs.

  • The 737 production rate has reached 38 aircraft per month, with plans to request approval to scale to 42 per month later this year.

  • The 787 program continues at a stable seven aircraft per month production rate.

  • Boeing recorded 455 net commercial orders in Q2, including:

    • 120 Boeing 787s and 30 Boeing 777-9s for Qatar Airways

    • 32 Boeing 787-10s for British Airways

  • Commercial Airplanes division reported $10.9 billion in revenue, with a (5.1%) operating margin, reflecting higher deliveries offset by ongoing cost pressures.

  • Global Services revenue reached $5.3 billion with a 19.9% margin, supported by performance mix and new contracts, including:

    • Sale of its Gatwick MRO facility

    • Delivery of P-8A training systems for the Republic of Korea Navy

  • Boeing’s total company backlog increased to $619 billion, including over 5,900 commercial aircraft valued at $522 billion.

  • Operating cash flow was $0.2 billion, and free cash flow stood at ($0.2) billion.

Statements

  • “Our fundamental changes to strengthen safety and quality are producing improved results as we stabilize our operations and deliver higher quality airplanes, products and services to our customers,” said Kelly Ortberg, Boeing President and CEO. “As we look to the second half of the year, we remain focused on restoring trust and making continued progress in our recovery while operating in a dynamic global environment.”

Source: Boeing

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Simnest Aviation Teams Up with Avion for APATS 2025 with Industry Q&A focus

Singapore — flight simulator manufacturers Avion and Simnest Aviation are gearing up for Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit (APATS) 2025, scheduled for August 26–28 in Singapore. They’re eager to engage with industry professionals around the most pressing trends and challenges in pilot training which includes:

  • Emerging/new training technologies
  • MPL training
  • Regulatory changes
  • Future challenges of cadet education

Building on their 2024 partnership, they will jointly showcase a comprehensive suite of flight training solutions for the APAC market.

  • Training Device Range:

    • Flat Panel Trainers for basic procedural instruction

    • FNPT II devices tailored for APS MCC scenarios

    • Full Flight Simulators equipped for Type Ratings and recurrent training

  • APAC Partnership Continuing from 2024: Avion currently serves as Simnest’s sales and service representative in the Asia Pacific region.

Source: Simnest Aviation

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Indonesia’s Perkasa Flight School Announces 2025 Partnership with Government Owned University Conducting Flight Training

Indonesia – Perkasa Flight School has entered into a strategic partnership with Akademi Penerbang Indonesia (API) Banyuwangi, a government-run aviation university under Indonesia’s Ministry of Transportation (located in Rogojampi District, Banyuwangi, East Java Province).

The partnership aims to expand training capacity, enabling Perkasa to accommodate a larger number of cadets at Banyuwangi as Perkasas has signed a number of partnerships over the last twelve months including in Vietnam and Libya.

Source: Perkasa Flight School
Photo Credit: Perkasa Flight School

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Pilot Training Industry Supplier Feature – JETPUBS – Delivering Customized Manuals and Training Materials

In this week’s AFM Pilot Training Leadership Interview Series we speak with Larissa Fildes – CEO at Jetpubs, which empowers aviation operators to stay compliant, efficient, and training-ready by delivering fully customized manuals and training materials.

The conversation covers:

  • Jetpubs’ Dual Focus and Growth: Larissa Fildes shared her 20-year journey from marketing to leading Jetpubs, a company that provides customized manuals and training materials for aviation operators. Jetpubs operates with a dual focus: a full-service tech pubs department powered by proprietary software, and a robust training materials division, supporting over 600 clients globally.
  • Tech Innovation: iPad App & New Tools: Jetpubs recently launched version 4.2.0 of its iPad app, which now includes fillable forms for students and instructors—streamlining training processes and document handling. They also introduced a new version of their Cockpit Companion, an interactive training tool that improves procedural learning and reduces simulator hours.
  • Industry Trends: Blending Old & New Tools: Larissa noted a resurgence in demand for traditional tools like cockpit posters and static trainers, as VR—while valuable—still poses challenges in cognitive overload and practical application. She emphasized the importance of layering training tools appropriately rather than overwhelming trainees with too much complexity at once.
  • Current Challenges: Supply Chain, Remote Work, and Public Perception: Key industry challenges include maintaining training effectiveness in remote environments and managing public perception amid rapid information spread. Jetpubs responds by customizing materials for durability and usage context, recruiting talent nationwide, and continuously evaluating client outcomes over flashy tech trends (“tool seduction”).
  • Vision for the Future and Role of AFM: While the future of pilot training is still emerging, Larissa believes we are at an inflection point. She expects more focus on teaching trainees how to learn in modern training environments. Jetpubs leverages AFM as both a “megaphone” for visibility and a “radar” for market intelligence, using it to stay informed and proactive in adapting to the industry’s evolving needs.

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