Alpha Aviation Group

Name

Alpha Aviation Group

Legal name

Alpha Aviation Group

Website

https://aag.aero

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Training Services

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Regulatory, Compliance & Type Training (FAA/EASA/ICAO, Part 147/145) (EDAOAFAN), Aircraft Inspection, Quality Assurance & Airworthiness (IA Prep) (EDAOAFAE)

Keywords

• Pilot training
• Aviation training
• Flight simulation
• Aircraft type rating
• Cadet pilot program

Headquarters

HQ city

London

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Pilot Training Programs (Cadetship): AAG delivers end-to-end integrated pilot training programs (Airline Pilot Program, First Officer Transition) covering ab-initio through type rating, generating revenue through tuition fees for the full cadetship cycle.
2. Simulator Services: AAG provides A320 and A330 Level D full flight simulator access for recurrent training, proficiency checks, type conversions, and gap training to airline partners and third-party organisations.
3. Customised Training Solutions: Bespoke airline-specific ground school, simulator programs, upskilling modules, and regulatory compliance training developed in alignment with partner airline SOPs.
4. Maintenance Training & Internship Programs: AICAT-MTC offers Aviation Maintenance Training Program, Aircraft Maintenance Internship Program, Aeronautical Engineering Internship Program, and supplemental proficiency courses, generating revenue through course fees.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Alpha Aviation Group (AAG) is a global aviation training provider delivering end-to-end pilot training solutions, from ab-initio cadet programs through to Airbus A320 and A330 Type Ratings. The company operates 6 Level D full flight simulators and a 19-aircraft fleet across training platforms in the UK, Philippines, India, and Indonesia, combining basic flight training, simulator-based instruction, and competency-based curriculum aligned with ICAO standards. AAG also delivers aviation maintenance training, crew resource management, foreign license conversion, and flight instructor courses through its subsidiaries.

Product overview

Alpha Aviation Group (AAG) is a global aviation training provider offering end-to-end pilot training solutions from ab-initio programs to advanced Airbus A320/A330 Type Ratings. The company operates a multi-platform training ecosystem with the Alpha Airline Pilot Program (AAPP) and Airline Pilot Program (APP) as flagship cadet programs, supplemented by First Officer Transition (FOT) and Flight Instructor Courses (FIC). Training delivery combines basic flight training (Cessna 172, Tecnam P2006T), simulator-based training (Level D Full Flight Simulators, Fixed-Base Simulators), and specialized courses including CRM and Foreign License Conversion. AAG also provides aviation maintenance training through AICAT-MTC with programs including AMTP, AMIP, and AEIP, plus financial assistance via the SNPL Program. The group maintains training platforms in the Philippines, India, Indonesia, and the UK.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Alpha Airline Pilot Program (AAPP): Flagship integrated pilot training program covering CPL-IR-ATPL Theory-A320 Type Rating, delivered jointly by AICAT and AAGP.
• Airline Pilot Program (APP)
• First Officer Transition (FOT) Program
• Study-Now-Pay-Later (SNPL) Program

Products and services

• Alpha Airline Pilot Program (AAPP)
• Airline Pilot Program (APP) Flagship integrated cadetship program covering CPL-IR-ATPL Theory-A320 Type Rating, delivered jointly by AICAT and AAG Philippines; reached 73rd intake in January 2024.
• First Officer Transition (FOT) Program Type rating program for transitioning pilots, developed per ICAO CBTA principles, covering MCC, JOT, and UPRT modules, completed in approximately 3 months.
• A320 Type Rating Type rating certification for the Airbus A320 (CEO and NEO variants), the most popular aircraft in the Asia-Pacific region; includes ground school, fixed-base simulator, and 56 hours of full-motion A320 simulator.
• A330 Type Rating Type rating certification for the Airbus A330/A340 aircraft, including full flight simulator training with UPRT (Upset Prevention and Recovery Training).
• Basic Flight Training Foundational flight training using Cessna 172 and Tecnam P2006T aircraft, including PPL training with 3 weeks of ground school, 40 hours of basic training, and 5 hours of fixed-wing simulator.
• Simulator-Based Training Advanced training using Level D Full Flight Simulators (A320 and A330), Fixed-Base Simulators, and AL172 Simulator, including UPRT, CRM, and LOFT sessions for airline partners and third-party organisations.
• Flight Instructor Course (FIC) Program designed to enable trainees to qualify for the FI License issued by CAAP, delivered using the Alsim AL172 MKII FNPT II simulator; over 40 flight instructors trained since 2020.
• Crew Resource Management (CRM) Covers teamwork, leadership, situational awareness, and conflict management for safe cockpit operations; required for all professional pilots and offered in the Philippines.
• Foreign License Conversion Converts a foreign pilot license to local authority requirements (CAAP, DGCA India, or DGCA Indonesia), including ground evaluations, flight assessments, and medical verification.
• Aviation Maintenance Training Program (AMTP) Foundational program delivering knowledge and practical skills in aircraft systems, maintenance procedures, and industry regulations, delivered through AICAT-MTC.
• Aviation Maintenance Internship Program (AMIP) Hands-on internship program placing trainees alongside maintenance professionals to address real-world maintenance scenarios, delivered through AICAT-MTC.
• Aeronautical Engineering Internship Program (AEIP) Internship program bridging theoretical aeronautical engineering knowledge with practical applications in aircraft maintenance, delivered through AICAT-MTC.
• Customised Training Solutions Bespoke airline-specific ground school, simulator programs, upskilling modules, and regulatory compliance training developed in alignment with partner airline SOPs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Thousands of graduates have successfully built careers with leading airlines worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and supporting.

• Sapphire International Aviation Academy (SIAA)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 October 2023AICAT-MTC and Sapphire International Aviation Academy signed a partnership in October 2023 for the on-the-job training program of SIAA aviation students, providing access to AICAT-MTC's top-of-class maintenance training facilities and technology.
• Anemos Aviation Private Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022In 2022, AAG partnered with Anemos Aviation Private Ltd. to establish the AAG Centre for Aviation Training (ACAT) in Chennai, India. ACAT currently houses 2 full flight simulators with the capability to expand to 6 bays.
• Air ArabiacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2008Alpha Aviation Academy (AAA) UAE was launched in 2008 in partnership with Air Arabia, the first and largest low-cost carrier in the MENA region. AAG UAE became the primary provider of ab-initio pilots for Air Arabia and the leading provider of Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) training in the MENA region.
• Human Resources Group's Symbiotics DivisioncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAG works with Symbiotics, a British Human Performance Company, to provide comprehensive pilot assessment and selection services to airline partners. The evaluation process includes advanced personality questionnaires, aptitude tests, cognitive tests, coordination assessment, and FAST (Future Aptitude Screening Tool).
• DPR Aviation CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAICAT-MTC signed a partnership with DPR Aviation College to provide aviation maintenance training and internship programs for DPR students.
• Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAG partnered with Embry Riddle Aeronautical University to deliver the Graduate Certificate in Aviation-Asia Focus program, providing cadets with academic credentials alongside AAG's practical pilot training.
• CumluxminorOthersCumlux logo appears in AAG's partner logos section.
• AvionminorOthersAvion logo appears in AAG's partner logos section.
• Royal AirminorOthersRoyal Air logo appears in AAG's partner logos section.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves14 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CAE Oxford Aviation Academy (legacy Oxford Aviation Academy): Originally Oxford Aviation Academy, now part of CAE's global cadet training network — provides integrated ATPL training across multiple geographies. Comparable to AAG in integrated cadet delivery and ICAO-aligned competency-based training.
• BAA Training: European aviation training organisation providing ab-initio, type rating, and simulator training services. Comparable to AAG in product breadth and competes in cadet and recurrent training markets.
• Skyborne Airline Academy: UK-based integrated airline pilot training academy delivering cadet programs from zero experience through type rating. Closely comparable to AAG's integrated ab-initio model and EASA-aligned certification footprint.
• Egnatia Aviation: EASA-approved integrated ATPL flight training organisation based in Greece. Comparable to AAG in integrated cadet program delivery and EASA-recognised pilot pathways.
• Airways Aviation: Global pilot training group with academies in Europe and the Middle East delivering integrated ATPL and type rating programs. Directly comparable to AAG in ab-initio pathway design and ICAO CBTA-aligned curriculum.
• Pan Am Flight Academy: US-based pilot training organisation offering integrated cadet programs, type ratings, and simulator-based training. Comparable to AAG in product mix (ab-initio through type rating) and competes in airline-aligned cadet training.

Broad incumbents

• FlightSafety International: Berkshire Hathaway-owned pilot training provider operating the world's largest fleet of advanced full flight simulators. Closely comparable to AAG in advanced type-rating and recurrent training, though more US/Europe-centric.
• CAE Inc. Global leader in civil aviation training with the world's largest network of training centres and a full-flight-simulator fleet. Directly comparable to AAG in simulator-based pilot training and competes with AAG's simulator services and type-rating offerings across regions.
• Lufthansa Aviation Training: European aviation training group offering pilot, cabin crew, and maintenance training. Comparable to AAG in integrated ab-initio and type-rating training, with strong EASA-aligned footprint and similar end-to-end training model.

Regional players

• FTEJerez: Spain-based integrated ATPL flight training organisation with strong European (EASA) cadet pipeline. Comparable to AAG's integrated training model but with a primarily European footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/AlphaAvGrp
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCTq5aiNgYuPVVJPkTBRHCIQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/AlphaAvGrp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/alpha-aviation-group-philippines
• Instagraminstagram.com/aag.aero

Compliance8 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Subsidiaries6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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