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ASIA-PACIFIC TRAINING SCHOOL OVERVIEW In a speech given at the Incheon Airport Aviation Academy, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Secretary General, Dr. Fang Liu said, "A shortage of skilled human resources and training capacity globally will threaten the safe, secure, and orderly expansion of international air transport.” The Secretary General’s remarks are in reference to the personnel shortage the aviation industry is currently facing, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. The issue has caused alarm, pushing airlines, operators, and training schools to seek out a solution. Asia-Pacific region will again require the highest number – 298,000 cabin crew within the next 20 years. Boeing projections also estimate that 100 million new passengers will enter the Asia-Pacific market annually, between now and 2033. The increasing passenger traffic corresponds with the dire need for aviation personnel throughout the region. Low-cost carriers (LCCs) also have an increasing presence in the region, as a result of overall growth in passenger traffic. As the problem becomes more urgent, an increase in the number of training facilities, aircraft, simulators and instructors throughout the region will be required to resolve the shortage. The modernization of today’s aircraft and the demand of newer safety regulations will also require the region’s training school base to modernize and adapt to current technological standards. INCREASING DEMAND According to Boeing’s 2016 Pilot and Technician Outlook, “Over the next 20 years, the Asia-Pacific region will lead the worldwide growth in demand for pilots, with a requirement for 248,000 new pilots.” As technology becomes more prevalent in aviation, so will the need for airplane reliability. “Overall global fleet growth, along with the increasing trend for operators to outsource maintenance, repair, and overhaul activities to third party providers, will drive and increase the need for qualified technicians.” The Asia-Pacific region will require 268,000 new technical personnel over the next 20 years. The need for cabin crew will continue to soar, as well, with flight routes continuing to expand and airlines growing their fleets. The REGIONAL EFFORTS Despite the region’s impressive development in numerous aspects, the Asia-Pacific region is the hardest hit when it comes to this shortage. Unlike many Western countries, opportunities to join the industry are limited and costly. ICAO further attributes the shortage to a “high cost of pilot license, entry-level low wages, reduced career interest, more stringent regulations and a shortage of qualified instructors.” ICAO has called upon the region to “be prepared for the future challenges higher volumes will create; this includes upgrades of air control systems, improvement of airport infrastructure and harmonization of pilot training, according to the international standards, with a high focus on aviation English.” In an effort to thwart the shortage, countries are coming up with resourceful solutions. Japan has raised the age limit for commercial pilots from 65 to 68, however this will only momentarily ease the problem. Chinese airlines have begun offering lucrative remuneration packages to foreigners with sufficient experience, but hope to avoid the long term economic implications by increasing their own cadets. 6 | 2016 ASIA PACIFIC TRAINING SCHOOL REPORT
ASIA-PACIFIC TRAINING SCHOOL OVERVIEW WOM<strong>EN</strong> IN AVIATION With the shortage of aviation professionals leaving the industry to scramble for a solution, many are now looking at the untapped female market. The International Society of Women Airline Pilots estimates there are 4,000 female airline pilots out of 130,000 airline pilots worldwide — only about 3%. Outside of cabin crew, aviation has been a male dominated field, and the industry is now attempting to attract and cater to more women. A misconception in aviation is that pilots are frequently away from home and work long hours – a deterring factor particularly for working mothers. Airlines and flight training schools are now working toward dispelling these misconceptions and making the industry more female-friendly. In the meantime, males and females alike still see the high costs of training and low salary in the first years of flying as a barrier of entry into aviation. SAFETY ISSUES One of the greatest concerns in addressing this unprecedented growth is the possibility of aviation training schools easing up on their safety regulations and required flying hours. Unlike North America and Europe, aviation regulations in the Asia-Pacific region are not standardized — potentially leading to safety oversights. A number of high profile accidents, within the region, have created a great concern for the industry, as well as with the public, and the severity of these incidents serve as a reminder to the industry that pilot training and safety go hand in hand. In recent years, a number of reports have suggested that questionable training schools have opened up offering certifications showing inflated flying hours and ground training. The issue gained notoriety in India, after the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) discovered a number of pilots flying using fake documents, with forged qualifications. In one rare case, a student received certification showing 360 flying hours, after a mere 35 minutes of sitting in an aircraft. School fees, initially paid through a grant provided by the Indian government, were later repaid after the case was taken to court. The DGCA has since taken precautions to ensure schools and pilots are meeting standards. TRAINING COURSES <strong>Training</strong> schools throughout the region vary in certifications offered, course fees, and aircraft utilized. While countries in North America and Europe have the advantage of a more matured business aviation market, many countries throughout the Asia- Pacific region are struggling to reach that point. A number of airlines and training schools in the region have partnered, in an effort to attract candidates with the promise of a job at the end. A pilot cadet program would typically use an ‘abinitio’ training, where the student has no experience and will require training over the course of up to a few years. Upon successful completion, the graduate would then be ready to embark on a career with the airline. Cathay Pacific Airways (Hong Kong) and Singapore Airlines are among the well-known airliners offering a cadet program, both of which require applicants to be citizens or permanent residents of their respective countries. Typical training schools offer certifications for a Private Pilot’s License (PPL), a Commercial Pilot’s License (CPL), and an Air Transport Pilot’s License (ATPL). Schools may also offer type ratings – certifications required by regulating agencies when flying a specific aircraft. This would include various Airbus models, Boeing models, as well as Bombardier jets and a number of other aircraft. Although each country has its own standards for obtaining certification, many schools may train students under Part 141 and Part 61 regulations, which refers to the specific section of the Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs). Part 141 creates a more structured training environment, with Federal Aviation Authority (FAA) approved curriculum. Part 61 teaches to the same FAA practical test standards, but has a more flexible training curriculum. Students would also be made aware of general operating and flight guidelines for civil aircraft, which are under Part 91 and 135 of FARs. Potential aircraft mechanics must also be certified before performing maintenance work on an aircraft. An Aircraft Mechanic Technician (AMT) in Asia Pacific will likely be certified under Part 147, which provides FAA approved curriculum. More advanced schools will often offer flight simulators, which is a beneficial training tool for students. There are two types of flight simulators: full flight simulator (FFS), which provides a real-life recreation of an in-flight experience, as well as flight training devices (FTD), providing a life-like experience without the movement of the FFS. Candidates preparing for a license are also required to pass a number of requirements before being granted a license. This may include age and physical requirements, as well as passing an English language examination. FUTURE OF AVIATION TRAINING To meet the tremendous growth -- projected in the next 20 years -- it is imperative that the aviation industry work quickly to build more training capacity, modernize their operations, and recruit the next generation of aviation personnel who have grown up in a more technologically driven and faster paced educational system. The Asia-Pacific region, in particular, will need to address issues of standardization and safety within training facilities, barriers related to cost and opportunity, the untapped female market, and advancements within the industry. These advancements, particularly in technology will require more sophisticated training aircraft, with glass cockpits and students who are trained to operate the latest avionics and safety features. 2016 ASIA PACIFIC TRAINING SCHOOL REPORT | 7
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