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Aviation training
academy launched
Cebu Pacific and CAE, world leader in
aviation training, inaugurated their new
aviation training center in the Clark Freeport
Zone, north-west of the national capital of
Manila last December 3, 2012.
The joint venture, known as the Philippine
Academy for Aviation Training, Inc. (PAAT),
will initially cater to Airbus A319/320/321
series pilot type-rating training requirements
and will provide “wet” instructor-led type-
rating training to CEB’s current and new-hire
pilots, and to other aircraft operators of the
region.
“
PAAT will definitely put the Philippines on
the map when it comes to world-class, state-
of-the-art aviation training,” says Cebu Pacific
Air President and CEO Lance Gokongwei.
“
This is the first CAE aviation training center
in the Philippines, and we are very proud
of this joint venture. It will be essential in
meeting the training requirements not only of
our growing number of aviation professionals
at Cebu Pacific Air, but also of other aircraft
operators in the region.”
CEB will take delivery of 50 Airbus A320,
A321neo and A330 aircraft until 2021. It is
scheduled to launch its long-haul flights in the
3
rd quarter of 2013.
“
CAE is very pleased to partner with Cebu
Pacific Air to offer the highest-quality aviation
training in the Philippines,” says Jeff Roberts,
CAE’s Group President of Civil Simulation
Products, Training and Services. “Our global
network of training locations provides airlines
and other aircraft operators a complete
training solution for their personnel. The
PAAT is equipped with the latest simulation
and training technology, and the training
is delivered by well-qualified, experienced
instructors. We are confident that this new
facility will enhance aviation safety and
operational efficiency in the region.”
Newhotmeals onboard
Starting January 3, 2013, international passengers can enjoy
Chicken Adobo, Chicken Barbecue, Beef Caldereta and Bistek Tagalog
for only PHP350 each. All meals are available onboard and for pre-order
through
You’ll get a free OMJ Juice when you
pre-order online.
CEB is also launching two combo meal promos this month. For only PHP160,
you can get a Chicken and Peach in Focaccia with Iced Milk Tea. Iced Milk Tea
comes in Wintermelon, Thai and Taro flavors.
Alternatively, you can buy Korean Big Bowl Noodle and get a free orange juice. You
can pick from the Shin and Shrimp noodle flavors. That’s PHP40 in savings!
CEB leads
domestic
cargomarket
CEB achieved 48% market share
in terms of domestic cargo from
January to September 2012,
according to recently released Civil
Aeronautics Board data.
CEB carried 70.4 million
kilograms in cargo in the first
nine months of 2012, besting the
combined cargo loads (62 million)
carried by both Philippine Airlines
and Airphil Express.
“
This highlights Cebu Pacific’s
extensive domestic route network
and preferred cargo services. With
multiple daily flights to most key
cities in the Philippines, cargo
forwarders and shippers trust CEB
to link islands together in the fastest
time,” says CEB VP for Marketing
and Distribution Candice Iyog.
CEB also led the domestic cargo
market in 2011 with close to 89.5
million kilos carried for the full year.
“
CEB cargo provides a flexible
and straightforward service. We
currently serve more than 2,000
accounts, tailor-fitting cargo
products to our clients’ domestic
and international cargo needs. This
includes express cargo service,
seamless transshipment and 16
interline partnerships for worldwide
reach,” Iyog adds.
To inquire more about CEB
cargo, forwarders and shippers can
call +63 (2) 802 7070 or visit
cebupacificaircargo.com.
PAAT offers world-class
aviation training
Pre-order
to get a free
drink!
