Market Intelligence: South East Asia

Philippines-based Airworks Aviation Academy Welcomes 22 Airline Cadet Program Cadets in February 2025

Cebu, Philippines – headquartered Airworks Aviation Company, one of the largest flight training organisations in the Philippines, has welcomed the latest batch of 22 cadets for the Cebu Pacific Cadet Pilot Program.

In June 2024 Cebu Pacific (CEB), the fast growing Philippines based low-cost carrier operating over 80 aircraft, announced that it was partnering with Philippines based flight training organisation Airworks Aviation for its Cebu Pacific Cadet Pilot Program. The program is currently the only airline in the country offering this program, giving aspiring pilots high-quality training experience, mentorship, and guaranteed employment path with the airline. Over a five-year period, CEB will deploy a total of 240–300 Cadet Pilots to Airworks.

The 96 week program will see aspiring pilots get their Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating as well as a type rating on either Airbus A320 or ATR72-600.

Source: Airworks Aviation Academy
Photo Credit: Airworks Aviation Academy

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Emirates Recruitment Team to Hold Pilot Roadshow in Singapore in March 2025

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – Emirates is hosting a Pilot Roadshow in Singapore from March 4-5, 2025. The airline seeks experienced commercial pilots for various positions, including Direct Entry Captains, First Officers (Type Rated and Non-Type Rated), and candidates for the Accelerated Command Programme.

  • Recruitment sessions will take place on 4 March (13:00–18:00) and 5 March (from 10:00), with no prior registration required.
  • Currently, 32 Singaporean pilots are employed by Emirates.
  • The airline operates a fleet of over 191 aircraft, including recently introduced A350s, with 205 Boeing 777Xs and 65 A350s on order.
  • Direct Entry Captain candidates require at least 7,000 hours of multi-crew, multi-engine airline flying experience.
  • The Accelerated Command Programme targets Airbus and Boeing Captains with narrow-body experience, offering a fast-tracked path to command roles.
  • First Officer roles are open to pilots with a minimum of 2,000 hours on multi-engine, multi-crew aircraft over 20 tonnes MTOW. Non-type-rated pilots are also welcomed.

Source: Emirates and Singapore Local Media

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Flight School Software Solution Provider FlightLogger Onboards Another Philippines Flight School – All Asia Aviation Academy

Iba, Philippines – All Asia Aviation Academy (AAA Academy) has enhanced its operational management by integrating FlightLogger into its pilot training operations. This move supports the academy’s commitment to modernizing workflows, improving efficiency, and maintaining its high standards in aviation training.

  • FlightLogger will streamline AAA Academy’s operations, offering real-time tracking of student progress, flight scheduling, instructor performance, and fleet utilization.
  • The platform enables optimized flight scheduling, digitalized lesson planning, and enhanced communication among students, instructors, and administrators.
  • Integration with FlightLogger supports compliance with the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) and strengthens the academy’s operational safety and efficiency.
  • AAA Academy operates as an Approved Training Organization (ATO) with its own Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO), further ensuring the safety and quality of its training programs.
  • The academy offers the Airline Assessment Qualification (AAQ) Program, providing graduates a direct pathway to trainee First Officer positions on the Airbus A320 fleet with the largest airline in the Philippines.

About All Asia Aviation Academy (AAA Academy)
Founded in 2008 and operated by All Asia Air Central, Inc., AAA Academy is a premier pilot training school located in Iba, Philippines. The academy is affiliated with Japan’s KTC Group, providing a strong financial foundation and adherence to Japanese corporate management principles. AAA Academy is CAAP-certified as an Approved Training Organization (ATO) and operates its own Approved Maintenance Organization (AMO), offering specialized pilot training and a direct pathway to airline careers through its Airline Assessment Qualification (AAQ) Program.

Source: Flightlogger

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World’s Largest ACMI Provider and Aviation Conglomerate, Avia Solutions Group, Expands Global Operations with New Service Centre in Manila

Manila, Philippines – Avia Solutions Group (ASG), the world’s largest ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, and Insurance) provider, has officially launched its Global Services Philippines centre in Manila as part of its strategic global expansion. The new facility, based in Marajo Tower, Bonifacio Global City (BGC), will strengthen the Group’s technical, flight operations, and corporate service functions while tapping into the Philippines’ growing talent pool.

  • The Manila centre will support ASG’s airlines and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) organizations, alongside handling IT, payroll, finance, and other administrative services across the Group’s global subsidiaries.
  • The Philippines was selected for its skilled workforce and strategic location in Southeast Asia, the world’s fastest-growing air travel market, with Boeing forecasting 8% annual traffic growth over the next two decades.
  • ASG is considering plans to secure an Air Operator Certificate (AOC) in the Philippines, reflecting its long-term commitment to the region.
  • Fernando Bernardo Beluan has been appointed CEO of Global Services Philippines, bringing over 15 years of global industry experience to lead the new centre.
  • The launch is expected to create employment opportunities for Filipino professionals, particularly in technical support, IT, and finance.

Statement’s
“The Group chose the Philippines for several key reasons, including its deep and highly skilled talent pool and strategic location. South-East Asia has the world’s fastest-growing air travel market, and it is one of the regions where the Group sees the greatest expansion potential,” said Jonas Janukenas, CEO of Avia Solutions Group.

“The new centre is expected to create numerous opportunities for Filipino professionals. This opening highlights Avia Solutions Group’s confidence in the capabilities of the local team and their contribution to global operations,” added Fernando Bernardo Beluan, CEO of Global Services Philippines.

“We are dedicated to creating quality jobs and building a strong reputation as an employer in the Metro Manila area. Our new office offers future employees a dynamic work environment surrounded by vibrant urban spaces and convenient transportation options.”

Source: Avia Solutions Group

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Flight School Resource and Training Timeline Forecasting Tool, Aeroplanned, Highlights New Progress Report for External Stakeholder Feature

Global – Aeroplanned, the pioneering resource planning platform for flight training, has launched a new feature aimed at streamlining the sharing of student progress reports with external stakeholders. The feature, which allows for custom reports and external logins, is designed to improve transparency and efficiency across the pilot training pipeline, benefiting both flight schools and partner airlines.

  • The new feature enables flight schools to create customized progress reports for external stakeholders such as partner airlines, sponsors, funding partners, and regulators.
  • External logins grant stakeholders real-time access to student training data, reducing reliance on time-consuming, static reports.
  • The tool aims to simplify the reporting process for flight schools, which often spend significant time compiling updates for cadet programs.
  • Airlines and other stakeholders can now monitor cadet progress and expected completion dates instantly, enabling more accurate planning for the next stages of training and employment.
  • The feature supports Aeroplanned’s mission to bring greater visibility and connectivity to the pilot training process.

For more information contact the Aeroplanned team.

Source: Aeroplanned

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