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Cebu Pacific Launches Cadet Pilot Program with Airworks Aviation
Take Flight with Cebu Pacific and Airworks Aviation’s Cadet Pilot Program
Cebu Pacific (PSE: CEB), the Philippines’ leading carrier, has launched its Cadet Pilot Program in partnership with Cebu-based flight training school Airworks Aviation, offering aspiring pilots training experience, mentorship, and guaranteed employment with the airline.
CEB signed a memorandum of agreement with Airworks Aviation to formalize the partnership on the Cadet Pilot Program.
The signing event, held at NUSTAR in Cebu City, was attended by Lapu-Lapu City Councilor Joseph Pangatungan and Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines Director General Capt. Manuel Antonio Tamayo.
The CEB Cadet Pilot Program is a 96-week, self-funded program that trains candidates to become licensed commercial pilots. The first phase of the application period will run from June 7 to 13, 2024 through CEB’s official communication platforms, during which, a link to the official application form will be accessible to all interested applicants.
“We’re thrilled to offer aspiring pilots the opportunity to become commercially licensed through our Cadet Pilot Program. Currently, we are the only airline in the Philippines with a cadet pilot program. This initiative will allow us to produce highly skilled pilots ready to provide safe, convenient, and reliable flights for every Juan,” said Capt. Samuel Avila II, CEB Vice President for Flight Operations.
Data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA) show that every job in the air transport industry supports 29 other jobs in tourism, supply chain and other related sectors.
Airworks Aviation President Vincent Charles Ong expressed his anticipation for the training program.
“For thirty years, Airworks Aviation has grown steadily to enable aspiring pilots to pursue a career in aviation. This cadet pilot program, which we launched together with Cebu Pacific, will allow us to further provide aspiring pilots with the means to fulfill their dreams at the most competitive cost and incentives. Together, we are forging the future of aviation in the country,” Ong said.
Successful candidates will be invited to attend a panel interview with CEB. After which, those who pass the panel interview will be referred to a partner…
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