About Us

We are a fully incorporated nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that aspires to promote diversity and inclusion in an industry that is underrepresented by many demographics. 

Established in 2017

The Professional Asian Pilots Association (PAPA) was created in April 2017 by a group of airline pilots. What started as a group message between our founding members gradually evolved into the idea to start an organization that can serve as a platform to extend our reach to a wider audience and connect with individuals who share our purpose and vision. 

Our Mission

PAPA is dedicated to bringing awareness and support to all members of the Asian community in all fields of aviation. We hope to inspire current and prospective professionals towards a fulfilling career in aviation.

​Our Team

Board of Directors

President
Harley Pasiderio - Southwest Airlines

Secretary
Emily Ishikawa - United Airlines

Treasurer
Brian Ishikawa - United Airlines

Director
Angelo Bautista - Delta Air Lines

Director
Tim Wong - Delta Air Lines

Director
Jason Woo - Delta Air Lines

Director
Chanwoo Park - Alaska Airlines

Director
Hung Vo - Spirit Airlines

Director
James Spotts - Alaska Airlines

​Committee Chairs and Staff

Communications and Social Media
Chair: Kaveesh Sujan - Delta Air Lines
Member: Chanwoo Park - Alaska Airlines

Finance and Fundraising
Chair: Brian Ishikawa - United Airlines
Member: James Spotts - Alaska Airlines
Member: David Takahashi - Endeavor Air
Member: Noorullah Yoosufani - Amerijet Intl.

Membership
Chair: Hung Vo - Spirit Airlines
Member: James Spotts - Alaska Airlines

Technology
Chair: Jason Woo - Delta Air Lines
Member: Tim Wong - Delta Air Lines
Member: Anders Young - SkyWest Airlines
Member: Sean Wan - CFI

Community Outreach and Programs
Chair Person: Angelo Bautista - Delta Air Lines
Member: Kaori Paris - United Airlines
Member: Felix Wong - Alaska Airlines

Legal Affairs
Chair Person: Emie Nguyen - Frontier Airlines