Shaping tomorrow's pilots, today.
Connecting education, policy advocacy and aviation expertise — a professional platform of industry pilots dedicated to building Hong Kong's next generation of aviation talent.
A professional platform, not a flight school.
The Hong Kong Professional Airline Pilots Association (HKPAPA) is a professional platform made up of over 3,000 industry pilots and aviation professionals, dedicated to advancing local aviation education, talent development and policy advocacy — nurturing the next generation of aviation talent for Hong Kong.
Each year we partner with primary schools, secondary schools and universities across the city to offer free aviation talks and flight experience activities, led by volunteer airline pilots who share their real-world experience. Over 20,000 students are engaged annually, and more than 1,200 students take part in sponsored or self-funded real flight experiences — personally guided one-on-one by commercial pilots.
Why we exist
Our aim is simple — to increase the local homegrown pilot population in Hong Kong, in support of the Hong Kong International Airport expansion plans. Our programmes are designed to develop outstanding future leaders in aviation and beyond, building a better aviation hub for our next generation, our passengers and our communities.
Education
Free talks and flight experiences in schools and universities, delivered by volunteer airline pilots.
Policy advocacy
Representing professional pilots and shaping the conversation on aviation talent development in Hong Kong.
Aviation expertise
Training designed and delivered by senior airline management, current and retired airline pilots, HR directors and aviation physiologists.
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned captain
20,000 students a year, in person
Built for pilots. Designed for the future.
World-class training environments across Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area.
HKPAPA Aviation Training Center
Training offered
- Ground school (SPL)
- Simulator training (Airbus / Boeing / SEP)
- Aviation English, CRM, interview preparation
- Youth leadership & school partnership programmes
HKPAPA × GBA Flight Training Centre
Training offered
- Sport Pilot Licence (CAAC-certified)
- Flight hour building & first solo
- Discovery flights
- Aviation education tours
Highlights
- Dedicated training airfield
- Student rest areas & resort-side accommodation
Professional Flight Training Centre
Training offered
- AR / IR renewal
- Airline interview & assessment preparation
- Type-related training
- Simulator handling practice
Highlights
- Full-motion Level D simulators — A320 / A330
- HKCAD & CAAC approved
China Southern Aviation Training Center
Training offered
- Type-related training
- Simulator handling practice
- Theoretical aircraft systems training
- Airline interview & assessment preparation
Highlights
- Full-motion Level D simulators · CAAC approved
- Airbus A320 / A330 / A350 · Boeing B737 / B777 / B787 · Embraer E190
Real cockpit experience in every programme
Led by airline pilots and industry experts, creating a learning environment grounded in professionalism, safety and genuine aviation culture.
Where to next
Talk to the association
Schools, media, partners and aspiring pilots — we'd like to hear from you.
Tel (+852) 6934 3039 · Members Emergency Hotline & Media Enquiries (+852) 5537 5585
