The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has become the first global aviation regulator to roll out Boeing’s Competency-Based Training and Assessment (CBTA) Learning Library across an entire national flight training ecosystem, in a move aimed at modernizing pilot training standards across Thailand.
Boeing announced the initiative on September 1, 2026, during the Asia Pacific Aviation Training Summit 2026 (APATS).
It will give participating flight schools throughout the country access to Boeing’s CBTA learning content, which is designed to strengthen pilot competencies, improve training effectiveness, and better prepare cadets for the demands of modern airline operations.
Boeing sees demand for 66,000 pilots across Southeast Asia in 20 years
The collaboration comes at a critical time for the region. Boeing forecasts a need for 66,000 new pilots across Southeast Asia over the next 20 years, driven by fleet expansion and rising air travel demand.
Boeing said that by aligning training with internationally recognized CBTA principles, Thai flight schools will be positioned to produce pilots with both the technical and behavioral skills required for airline careers.
CBTA moves training away from a purely hours-based approach and instead focuses on measurable competencies, including manual handling, situational awareness, decision-making, and communication.
Boeing says this approach has been increasingly favored by aviation regulators globally as they look to prepare pilots for the complexity of modern flight decks and operations.
Boeing, CAAT frame partnership as key step for Thai aviation training standards
Chris Broom, Vice President of Boeing Commercial Training Solutions, said the collaboration is aimed at helping equip future pilots with the knowledge and skills to safely and efficiently operate in what he described as an increasingly complex aviation environment.
He said Boeing was proud to support Thailand’s aviation training ecosystem in that effort.
Iratrachar Amornpipat, Personnel Licensing Department Manager at CAAT, said the collaboration represents an important step in advancing pilot training standards in Thailand.
She noted that leveraging Boeing’s expertise and CBTA learning solutions will help strengthen the quality of training available in the country and support the continued growth of Thailand’s aviation industry.
Boeing has been a partner to Thailand’s aviation industry for more than nine decades, with a presence that includes offices in Bangkok, local suppliers, and support for programs in STEM education and initiatives for people with disabilities.