Pattaya Group Advances Thailand’s Aviation Industry with Boeing 737-800 Simulator Launch and Enhanced Aircraft Maintenance Capabilities

Pattaya Group continues to expand its aviation business, strengthening workforce development through advanced flight simulation training while raising aircraft maintenance standards with certification from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand.

Pattaya Group is continuing to expand its capabilities across Thailand’s aviation sector, with a focus on both aviation workforce development and aircraft maintenance services. Pattaya Aviation Training Center Co., Ltd. (PATC) is advancing aviation education with the launch of a Boeing 737-800 Fixed-Base Simulator, providing valuable learning opportunities and practical experiences for aviation professionals, students and those interested in the industry. Meanwhile, Pattaya Aircraft Maintenance Co., Ltd. has achieved a significant milestone by receiving a domestic maintenance organisation certificate from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT).

Building Aviation Expertise and Developing the Next Generation of Professionals

Alongside its efforts to strengthen aircraft maintenance standards, Pattaya Group recognises human resource development as a fundamental driver of the aviation industry’s long-term growth.

Pattaya Aviation Training Center Co., Ltd. (PATC) recently hosted an exclusive launch event for its Boeing 737-800 Fixed-Base Simulator at its training centre on the 8th floor of Cosmo Office Park, Muang Thong Thani.

The event was presided over by Mr Tosaporn Asunee, Chairman of Pattaya Group, and Mr Nat Bunyawichayakanon, Chief Executive Officer of Pattaya Aviation Training Center Co., Ltd. They welcomed distinguished guests and participants, who had the opportunity to experience the Boeing 737-800 cockpit environment first-hand.

Mr Tosaporn Asunee, Chairman of Pattaya Group, said that introducing the Boeing 737-800 Simulator at PATC marked another important step in advancing aviation education. By bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical experience in a simulated environment, the facility enables learners and aviation enthusiasts to become more familiar with cockpit operations, aircraft systems and real-world operating procedures. The initiative reflects the Group’s commitment to supporting the comprehensive development of Thailand’s aviation industry.

Mr Nat Bunyawichayakanon, Chief Executive Officer of Pattaya Aviation Training Center Co., Ltd., added that PATC sees the simulator as more than just a training device. It is intended to serve as a platform that connects knowledge with practical application, allowing learners to develop their thinking, learning and decision-making skills in a simulated environment. It also helps build a strong foundation and confidence before they progress to more advanced levels of aviation training.

PATC’s Boeing 737-800 Simulator is a Fixed-Base flight simulator that recreates the aircraft’s flight deck environment and incorporates key components, including cockpit controls and instrument panels, the Flight Management System (FMS), autopilot, flight controls and throttle. It also simulates the full flight sequence, from start-up and taxiing to take-off, cruise, approach and landing, supported by a Visual Flight Environment system to provide a more immersive and realistic learning experience.

PATC aims to make the facility accessible to a broad range of users, including aviation professionals, aspiring industry entrants, children, young people, school pupils, university students and members of the public. Through this initiative, the centre seeks to make aviation learning more accessible while giving the next generation an opportunity to discover their interests and potential in the field.

The Boeing 737-800 Simulator experience is currently available for booking, with prices starting from THB 3,500. PATC also welcomes enquiries from educational institutions and organisations interested in arranging activities or aviation learning experiences.

Raising Aircraft Maintenance Standards to International Levels

Pattaya Aircraft Maintenance Co., Ltd. provides aircraft maintenance services and was officially established on 8 August 2025, following the separation of the maintenance division from Pattaya Airways Co., Ltd., an air cargo operator. The restructuring was undertaken to enable the company to focus fully on providing aircraft line maintenance services.

The company is led by Mr Tosaporn Asunee, Chairman, and Mr Nat Bunyawichayakanon, Chief Executive Officer. On 21 July 2026, Pattaya Aircraft Maintenance received certification as a domestic maintenance organisation from the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT), covering its capabilities in aircraft line maintenance. The official certificate presentation ceremony took place on 27 October 2026, with Air Chief Marshal Manat Chavanaprayoon, Director General of CAAT, presiding over the event.

The certification covers maintenance capabilities for three major aircraft families:

• ATR 72-212A (Pratt & Whitney PW127)
• Boeing 737 NG (CFM56-7B)
• Airbus A320 Family (CFM56-5B and LEAP-1A)

The company is authorised to provide services at four of Thailand’s key airports: Suvarnabhumi International Airport, Don Mueang International Airport, U-Tapao International Airport and Krabi International Airport.

Pattaya Aircraft Maintenance currently provides aircraft maintenance and technical support services to several airlines, including Pattaya Airways, AirAsia, BBN Airlines Thailand and Lao Airlines. The scope of services is tailored to the requirements and aircraft types of each airline.

Looking ahead, the company aims to expand its service capabilities both domestically and internationally, guided by its motto, “Precision Maintenance, Confidence in Flight” – a commitment to delivering reliable maintenance services and supporting confidence in every flight under its care.

Supporting the Future of Thailand’s Aviation Industry

The development of aviation talent through Pattaya Aviation Training Center, together with Pattaya Aircraft Maintenance’s achievement in strengthening aircraft maintenance standards, reflects Pattaya Group’s vision for the comprehensive development of Thailand’s aviation industry. Its approach encompasses safety standards, technology, knowledge and human capital.

Pattaya Group remains committed to creating opportunities, developing Thai aviation professionals and enhancing the capabilities of the country’s aviation businesses so they can grow and compete on the international stage. By sharing its expertise and inspiring the next generation, the Group aims to play an active role in driving the sustainable future of Thailand’s aviation industry.