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Sport Pilot License (SPL) Course

Licensed in 8 Weeks

30 Hours of Real Flight · No Written Exam
Delivered in partnership with HKPC, a Hong Kong Government statutory body.
Next-generation aircraft, trained by commercial airline instructors.
A premier pilot licence pathway in Hong Kong.

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Aerospace Youth Ambassador Winter Program

Learn how to fly, think like a pilot

Learn how to fly, think like a pilot, and train your crisis response & leadership skills
Personally instructed by commercial airline pilots. 

The only aviation experience program of its kind in Asia

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Cadet Pilot Interview Preparation course

Thinking of joining Cathay?
Self-study isn’t enough.

Over 98% of our students pass the interview.

Targeted CV coaching · Interview strategy · HR & technical prep · CBT simulations
Personally coached by senior airline instructors.

Most candidates fail the first time. Our students don’t.

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First solo

The ideal first step into aviation

One aircraft. One seat.
A milestone earned, not given.

Your first solo — the moment you stop being a passenger.

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Trial Flying Lesson | Discovery flight

The ideal first step into aviation

Whether you’re exploring, applying, or gifting.

Your first time at the controls.
A fully guided trial flight in a real aircraft.

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women in aviation summit

Empowered Women.
Empower Women.

Asia Summit 2025 | Cathay City | Hong Kong

Bringing together 200+ participants | From 30+ countries and regions

Co-hosted by The Honourable Company of Air Pilots ✕ Hong Kong Professional Airline Pilots Association

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FREE COMMUNITY EVENT

Kai Tak's 100th anniversary fly-past

Kai Tak 100th Anniversary Low Pass Seminar | Meet the Legendary Pilots Up Close

Dream of Being a Pilot? Meet the Legends Who Did the Kai Tak Low Pass!

Co-hosted by The Honourable Company of Air Pilots ✕ Hong Kong Professional Airline Pilots Association

Award Winning Training Programme

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The fastest credible route from curiosity to a real pilot licence.

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The moment you stop being a passenger.

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Flight training, workshops & restricted-area industry access.

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Selection training for those don’t want second chances.

For licensed and aspiring airline professionals.

Elevate your career with advanced simulator training, interview mastery, and international license conversion.


Experience Level-D full flight simulators and master MCC/JOC courses led by current airline captains.

Programmes include:

  • FFS Level-D Airbus A320 · A330 · A350

  • FFS Level-D Boeing B737 · B777 · B787

  • MCC / JOC · English Proficiency · License Conversion

  • Airline Interview Preparation

Experience Crew

For those ready to take flight.

 

Whether you’re beginning your pilot journey or preparing for airline selection, our structured pathway turns ambition into achievement.

Programmes include:

  • Cadet Pilot Interview Preparation

  • Sport Pilot Licence (SPL)

  • Private Pilot Licence (PPL)

  • MCC / JOC Bridge Training

Future Pilots

For students dreaming of the skies.

 

Designed to inspire and ignite curiosity, our youth programmes introduce aviation through immersive experiences, mentorship, and real flight opportunities.

Programmes include:

  • Aerospace Ambassador Programme (AAP)

  • Sport Pilot License

  • Discovery Flight

  • Trial Flying Lessons

  • Apprentice Programme

  • Alumni Programme

  • Community and School Engagement Programme

  • Corporate Training | Executive Training

Youth | Students | Community Engagement

HKPAPA Offers:

Industry-Endorsed Training

Hands-On Flying - From SEP to FFS

Career Acceleration

Global Standards

We Believe in The Power of Aviation

About HKPAPA

The Hong Kong Professional Airline Pilots Association (HKPAPA) is a professional platform made up of over 2,000 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, secondary, and tertiary schools across the city to offer free aviation talks and flight experience activities, led by volunteer airline pilots who share their real-world experience and inspire students with professional guidance. 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 active commercial pilots — helping them take their very first step into the skies.

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Our Journey in Numbers

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1K+

Future Airline Pilots Trained

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2K+

Students

Taken to the Skies

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50K+

Young Minds

Inspired by Aviation

Client Stories

Every cockpit has a story — of resilience, growth, and dreams taking flight.


Here are the journeys that define who we are — real pilots, real progress, real results.

From Struggle to Success

After failing my 747 SO line check, I felt lost. HKPAPA rebuilt my situational awareness, energy-management discipline and confidence. I passed my re-check and am now proudly flying as a First Officer. Professional. Precise. Life-changing training.

 

★★★★★

Adrian L

Boeing 747 First Officer

From Low-Cost Carrier to HK Legacy Airline

Preparing for a major Hong Kong airline felt overwhelming. HKPAPA’s simulator training and interview coaching refined my hand-flying and decision-making. Their practical tips made me stand out — now I’m flying for my dream airline.

★★★★★

Sarah W

Former Ryanair First Officer 

Where Pilots & Industry Come Together

HKPAPA brings pilots together to discuss operational realities — windshear, new runway systems, safety culture. Their insights uplift our profession and connect industry voices to decision-makers. A true aviation ecosystem leader in Asia.

★★★★★

Captain Simon W

Airline Executive

Safer, Closer, Better Than Going Overseas

I planned to train in Australia until I experienced HKPAPA’s aircraft and instructors. Modern fleet, disciplined safety culture, and supportive environment — I earned my SPL here with total confidence.

★★★★★

Jason Leung

SPL Licensed Pilot

Cadet Dream Achieved

HKPAPA’s cadet preparation course was life-changing. Structured coaching, mock interviews, and real-world flying made all the difference. I secured a place in a major airline cadet programme — forever grateful.

★★★★★

Sam L

Cadet Pilot - Class of 2024

A New Life in Aviation After Finance

After years in banking, flying was always my dream. HKPAPA made it achievable — professional instructors, fast progression, and a supportive community. Completing my first solo flight was unforgettable.

★★★★★

Victor Tsang

SFC Licensed Professional

This Programme Changed Everything

Joining the summer programme (AAP)  opened my world. I discovered aviation, teamwork, and discipline. Now I’m studying hard to become a pilot — HKPAPA showed me what’s possible.

★★★★★

Ken Ho

HKIS Student

Confidence & Purpose for My Child

HKPAPA didn’t just teach aviation — they built confidence, independence, and leadership in my son. He found his passion and direction for the future.

★★★★★

Dr. Yuen

Pediatrician

A Gateway for Our Students

The HKPAPA school talk inspired our aviation-minded students. Clear pathways, real pilots sharing real stories — it opened genuine career opportunities.

★★★★★

Mr. Paul Drew

ESF Shatin College

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