Perkasa Flight School

What Perkasa Flight School does

Perkasa Flight School (operating as PT Mitra Aviasi Perkasa) is an Indonesia-based pilot training academy founded in 2012 and operating since 2013. The company delivers ab initio commercial pilot training and a suite of specialized courses including Flight Instructor Course (FIC), Multi-Engine Add-on Rating, CPL Endorsement, and Pilot Refresher Course, serving individual aspiring pilots and airline-sponsored cadets. Perkasa holds approvals from three civil aviation authorities (Indonesia DGCA, Vietnam CAAV since 2016, Myanmar DCA as of April 2026), positioning it as Indonesia's first and only internationally approved flight academy and enabling student recruitment across 14 nationalities.

The school's core technology stack is capital-intensive physical infrastructure: a fleet of 19 aircraft (3 Cessna 172, 13 Piper Warrior, 3 Piper Seneca) maintained at three training bases (Cilacap/Tunggul Wulung, Pangandaran/Nusawiru, Semarang/Jenderal Ahmad Yani), supported by two Redbird full-motion flight simulators and computer-based training rooms. Training is delivered by 13 certified flight instructors to a 1:5 aircraft-to-cadet ratio, with ab initio programs completing in 14-16 months. A partnership with President University adds a dual-degree academic layer.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time course fees for full-length training programs, with ancillary revenue from short-format courses (ME rating, FIC, refresher) and a $905 registration fee. GTM combines direct sales from the Jakarta headquarters, a global agent network (Myanmar, Pakistan, Vietnam), event-based recruitment (Pilot Camp, IIETE, Trade Expo Indonesia), and airline-sponsored cadetship programs with VietJet Aviation Academy and Myanmar Airways International. To date, the school reports 550+ students trained across 61 batches.

Name

Perkasa Flight School

Legal name

PT Mitra Aviasi Perkasa

Website

https://flyperkasa.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Perkasa Flight School is an Indonesia-based aviation training academy (PT Mitra Aviasi Perkasa) that delivers ab initio and specialized pilot training programs to aspiring commercial pilots from 14 nationalities, with regulatory approvals across Indonesia, Vietnam, and Myanmar.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pilot Training Services

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Private Aviation Pilot & Crew Staffing/Training Services (THABAFAJ)

Keywords

• Pilot training programs
• Aviation training services
• Commercial pilot licensing
• Cadet pilot programs
• Flight instructor courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Jakarta

HQ country

Indonesia

HQ region

Asia

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Ab Initio Pilot Training Programs: Comprehensive pilot training programs including PPL, CPL-IR (SE/ME), Multi-Engine Rating, and ATP Theory. Programs range from 14-16 months for complete Ab Initio training to specialized courses like Multi-Engine Rating (1 month) and Flight Instructor Course (3 months).
2. Cadetship Programs: Airline-sponsored cadet training programs with Vietjet Aviation Academy and Myanmar Airways International. Cadets receive integrated training preparing them for absorption into partner airlines upon completion.
3. License Endorsement and Conversion: CPL Endorsement Program for pilots with foreign licenses to convert to Indonesian DGCA/ICAO-compliant licenses. Includes ground school, skill test preparation, and flight hours.
4. Refresher Courses: Pilot Refresher Course for licensed pilots returning after inactivity and Flight Instructor Refresher Course for certification renewal every 24 months per DGCA requirements.
5. Registration Fee: Registration fee of USD 905 for enrollment application

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Perkasa Flight School provides comprehensive pilot training programs ranging from ab initio (zero-experience) to commercial pilot certification, including PPL, CPL, IR, Multi-Engine, and ATP certifications delivered over 14-16 months. The school also offers license endorsement and conversion programs for foreign-trained pilots, flight instructor courses, refresher courses, and airline-sponsored cadetship programs with VietJet Air and Myanmar Airways International.

Product overview

Perkasa Flight School offers a comprehensive suite of pilot training programs as Indonesia's first and only internationally approved flight academy. The core Ab Initio program provides full pathway from PPL through CPL, IR, Multi-Engine rating, and ATP certification in approximately 14-16 months. Specialized add-on modules include Flight Instructor courses, Multi-Engine ratings, CPL license endorsements, and refresher courses. Two cadetship programs (Vietjet Aviation Academy and MAI x Perkasa) provide direct airline placement pathways. Training is delivered using a fleet of 19 aircraft (Cessna 172, Piper Warrior, Piper Seneca) and two Redbird full-motion simulators, across three training bases.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ab Initio Program (PPL, CPL, IR, ME, ATP) Comprehensive pilot training program from beginner to professional pilot levels covering Private Pilot License (PPL), Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Instrument Rating (IR), Multi-Engine (ME), and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certifications, designed to produce competent pilots within approximately 14-16 months with an aircraft-to-cadet ratio of 1:5. Targets aspiring commercial pilots with no prior flight experience.
• Flight Instructor Course (FIC) Flight instructor training program consisting of 70 hours of ground school and at least 25 hours of flight training (22 hours real flight plus 3 hours simulator), completed in approximately 3 months, enabling certified pilots to become flight instructors for single-engine and multi-engine airplanes. Targets certified commercial pilots seeking instructor certification.
• Multi-Engine Add-on Rating Course Training program for pilots to obtain a multi-engine add-on rating, consisting of 17 hours ground school, 10 hours simulator, and 10 hours real flight, completed in approximately 1 month. Targets licensed single-engine pilots seeking multi-engine qualification.
• CPL Endorsement Program License conversion program for pilots with a CPL obtained outside Indonesia to convert to Indonesian DGCA/ICAO-compliant license, including ground school, skill test preparation, and flight hours based on individual assessment. Targets foreign-licensed pilots needing Indonesian regulatory compliance.
• Pilot Refresher Course (PRC) Recurrency and competency program for licensed pilots returning after a break from flying, customized to specific aircraft type and experience level, helping reinstate licenses and meet regulatory requirements. Targets pilots returning from flying hiatus.
• Flight Instructor Refresher Course Recertification program for certified flight instructors to renew knowledge and skills, meeting DGCA requirements for flight instructor recertification every 24 months. Targets certified flight instructors needing credential renewal.
• Vietjet Aviation Academy Cadetship Program Official cadet pilot training partnership with Vietjet Aviation Academy, where Perkasa delivers basic pilot training under the VJAA Cadetship initiative as part of VJAA's affiliated training network. Targets Vietnamese cadets sponsored by VietJet Air for airline placement.
• MAI x Perkasa Cadet Pilot Program Cadet pilot training partnership with Myanmar Airways International where selected cadets undergo comprehensive training at Perkasa including ground school, flight training, and simulator sessions, prepared for absorption into MAI upon completion. Targets Myanmar-sponsored cadets for airline placement.

Quantifiable outcome

• Aircraft-to-cadet ratio of 1:5 ensures personalized training
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor, core and strategic.

• Map AviationminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 April 2026Collaboration with Pemerintah Kota Padang and Dinas Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan Kota Padang to host seminar 'Peluang & Karier di Industri Penerbangan' on April 16, 2026. Attended by 200+ students from SMA and SMK Penerbangan in Padang. CEO Septo Adjie Sudiro presented on aviation career opportunities.
• Myanmar Department of Civil Aviation (DCA)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 April 2026Foreign Approved Training Organization (FATO) designation granted under Ministry of Transport and Communications of Republic of Union of Myanmar, valid until March 31, 2027. Enables training of Myanmar nationals.
• Myanmar Airways International (MAI)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 February 2026Perkasa Flight School partnered with Myanmar Airways International as the training provider for its Cadet Pilot Program. Agreement signed February 24, 2026 in Yangon by Mr. Tanes Kumas (MAI CEO) and Mr. Septo Sudiro (PFS CEO). Selected cadets undergo comprehensive training including ground school, flight training, and simulator sessions, prepared for absorption into MAI upon completion.
• Jordan Airline Training & Simulation (JATS)strategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 10 November 2025MoU signed November 10, 2025 at JATS Training Center in Amman, Jordan, witnessed by Indonesian Ambassador H.E. Mr. Ade Padmo Sarwono. JATS will recommend prospective cadets from partner airlines to train at Perkasa in Indonesia; Perkasa will support Indonesian graduates in advanced training at JATS facilities. Focus on integrated pilot training pathway from ab initio to airline placement.
• President UniversitystrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 9 July 2025MoU signed July 9, 2025 between Perkasa Flight School and President University enabling students to pursue bachelor's degree programs while undergoing flight training. Dual-track program provides graduates with professional pilot license and academic degree. Signed by Ir. Septo Adjie Sudiro (CEO) and Prof. Dr. Ir. Chairy (Vice Rector for Partnership).
• Vietjet Aviation Academy (VJAA)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 July 2025Perkasa Flight School officially became part of VJAA's affiliated training network through MoU signed July 4, 2025 in Ho Chi Minh City. Founded in 2012, Perkasa has trained 50+ Vietnamese cadets since CAAV approval in 2016. This partnership provides ab initio training under VJAA's cadetship initiative with shared vision to elevate training standards and nurture global aviation talent.
• Fly OyaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 October 2024Strategic partnership signed October 11, 2024 at Trade Expo Indonesia in Tangerang between PT Mitra Aviasi Perkasa and Fly Oya. Ceremony honored by H.E. Mr. Dr. Dede Rifai (Charge d'Affaires, Indonesian Embassy in Tripoli). Aims to expand aviation staffing opportunities for aspiring crew members in Indonesia and Libya.
• Civil Aviation Authority of Vietnam (CAAV)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2016Approved Training Organization (ATO) status granted by CAAV since 2016, enabling training of Vietnamese nationals and recognition of PFS credentials in Vietnam.
• Nyarna Empowers (Myanmar Agent)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized independent agent representing Perkasa Flight School in Myanmar. Contact: Yangon office, phone +95 9 795 528 055.
• EBC Service Private Ltd (Pakistan Agent)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized independent agent representing Perkasa Flight School in Pakistan. Contact: Rawalpindi office, phone +92 51 950 4351.
• Aviation Connect (Vietnam Agent)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized independent agent representing Perkasa Flight School in Vietnam. Contact: Ho Chi Minh City office, phone +84 868 286 500.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• CAE: Global aviation training leader with pilot training, simulators, and cadet programs across multiple continents. Comparable as the dominant broad incumbent in flight training; represents the scale benchmark and competitive ceiling for Perkasa's regional ambitions.
• FlightSafety International: Long-established global flight training organization with an extensive network of learning centers and full-motion simulators. Comparable as a broad incumbent offering pilot training and serving corporate and airline customers in the same overall market category.
• Emirates Flight Training Academy: Emirates-backed ab initio flight academy in Dubai with a modern fleet and full-motion simulators producing cadets for Emirates and other carriers. Comparable as a well-capitalized, internationally focused ab initio competitor targeting similar international cadet demand.
• L3Harris Commercial Aviation Solutions: Major aviation training provider offering ab initio, type rating, and simulator services globally (including former CTC Aviation and L3 Airline Academy brands). Comparable broad incumbent operating across pilot training, MRO training, and simulation.

Direct peers

• Bali International Flight Academy (BIFA): Indonesia-based ab initio flight school serving local and international cadets with DGCA-approved programs. Competes directly with Perkasa for Indonesian student demand and Southeast Asian trainees seeking a regional, lower-cost alternative to Western training.
• Airways Aviation: Multi-region flight training group operating academies in Europe and Asia (including partnerships with airlines) offering integrated ATPL pathways. Comparable because it competes for international cadets, markets multi-jurisdictional approvals, and offers similar ab initio-to-type rating pathways.
• Singapore Flying College: Regional ab initio flight training institution historically tied to Singapore Airlines, offering integrated pilot training in Southeast Asia. Comparable to Perkasa in serving regional cadets seeking CAA-recognized credentials in a Southeast Asian base.
• Garuda Indonesia Flight Academy (PT Garuda Indonesia Flight Academy): Indonesia's flag-carrier-affiliated flight academy offering PPL, CPL, IR and ATPL training. Most direct in-country competitor to Perkasa with overlapping DGCA-approved curriculum, similar fleet mix, and an established track record feeding Garuda Indonesia and other Indonesian carriers.
• Asian Aerospace Academy (Philippines): Philippines-based flight training school offering PPL/CPL/IR programs with a multi-fleet instructor operation. Comparable as a Southeast Asian ab initio school competing for the same pool of price-sensitive international cadets Perkasa targets.
• Vietnam Aviation Academy (VAA): National aviation training institution under Vietnam's Ministry of Transport offering pilot, aircraft maintenance, and air traffic programs. Comparable because it serves CAAV-approved ab initio training in the same regulatory region where Perkasa draws significant Vietnamese cadet flow.

Market position

Strengths1 record

Weaknesses1 record

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@flyperkasa
• Facebookfacebook.com/PerkasaFlightSchool
• Instagraminstagram.com/flyperkasa
• TikToktiktok.com/@perkasaflightschool
• Xx.com/flyperkasa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/perkasa-flight-school

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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