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Philippines-based Alpha Aviation Group Inducts 7 New Cadet Pilots to the A320 Type Rating Program in March 2024

Clark, Philippines- Three (3) cadet pilots from batches 43 and 47 of AAG’s Airline Pilot Program (APP), together with four (4) CPL holders who completed their training in other pilot schools, were inducted to the First Officer Transition (FOT) Program on 27 February 2024, signifying their transition towards becoming first officers in the commercial airline industry.

Capt. Tito Zosa and Capt. Anthony Tan (AAGP Head of Training) extended a warm welcome to the trainees, offering valuable guidance and insights to help the trainees navigate their training path effectively.

“Each lesson you will learn in your training holds immense value and significance for your growth as a pilot. Developing your competencies will help you propel towards a successful career in aviation,” shares Capt. Tan.

Also in attendance was Capt. Vicente Casibang II (AAGP Accountable Manager) to greet the trainees, encouraging them to seize the opportunity for growth. “As you set your sights on the skies, remember that success is within reach through hard work and dedication,” Capt. Casibang shares.

Alpha Aviation Group operates both flight training bases and a full flight simulator training center in the Philippines.

Source: Alpha Aviation Group
Photo Credit: Alpha Aviation Group

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IATA’s Director General Willie Walsh Shares Insights on the Aviation Industry’s Growth at 2024 Changi Aviation Summit

Willie Walsh, Director General of IATA, expressed satisfaction during the 2024 Changi Aviation Summit in Singapore, stating that the industry’s progress and recovery remained robust throughout 2023.

Walsh said the following in his speech:

  • In 2023, the industry reached just over 94% of its 2019 levels, with strong performance in domestic markets but lagging international markets.
  • The Asia-Pacific region performed slightly less than the global average, at 86% of 2019 levels, with domestic markets ahead but international travel lagging.
  • Over the next 20 years, the industry is estimated to grow at 3.3% annually, reflecting challenges such as infrastructure constraints, supply chain issues, labor shortages, and the transition to net zero emissions by 2050.
  • The Asia-Pacific region is expected to lead with a growth rate of around 4.5% per year.
  • Walsh compared the industry’s state in 1990 and 2019, noting significant shifts in market shares among regions, with Asia-Pacific experiencing substantial growth.
  • Chinese and Indian domestic markets have seen significant growth since 1990, highlighting future opportunities in these regions.
  • Walsh emphasized the need for change to unlock growth opportunities in Africa, where aviation remains underdeveloped.
  • The top 20 international route groups account for 95% of all international travel, with significant shifts observed before and after the pandemic, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region.

Source: IATA

Photo Credit: IATA

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