“We aspire to promote diversity and inclusion in an industry that is underrepresented by many demographics.”
Established in 2017
Professional Asian Pilots Association (PAPA) was created in April 2017 by a passionate group of airline pilots. What started as a singular group chat between a group of friends gradually evolved into a full-fledged organization, connecting and empowering individuals who share the same vision to overcome Asian underrepresentation in the aviation industry.
Our Mission
Our mission is to inspire the next generation of aviators and provide our members with professional development, support, and opportunities to thrive in their aviation careers.
Title Sponsor
We are incredibly thankful for the support of Delta Air Lines as the title sponsor for our fourth annual Expo in Las Vegas, June 2nd-4th. Since our inception, Delta has been a steadfast supporter of our organization, consistently ranking among our top sponsors. A leader in their commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Delta's support is deeply valued. Many of our Founding Members and current leaders proudly wear Delta uniforms, a testament to this strong partnership. A title sponsor commitment from a leading airline is invaluable, enabling us to further our mission of reducing barriers into aviation, providing our members with professional development and opportunities, while creating an inclusive community for all. We look forward to a successful Expo in partnership with Delta Air Lines and congratulate Delta on 100 years of excellence
Board of Directors
PAPA’s First Meeting - Los Angeles, July 10, 2017
L to R: Founding Members Chanwoo Park, Nigel Tam, Tim Wong, Jason Woo, Angelo Bautista