CAPTAIN SURESH BANGAH
Group Chief Operations Officer, AirAsia X Berhad
Capt. Suresh brings over 20 years of aviation experience to the Group, having developed a comprehensive understanding of the business from the ground up. Since joining AirAsia as a Pilot in 2003, Capt. Suresh has held diverse roles in technical and management sectors, including serving as an Internal Auditor and managing the Cadet Pilot Training Programme. His early career focused on building operational foundations and managing flight deck recruitment, ensuring a steady pipeline of talent during the Group’s formative years.
In 2010, Capt. Suresh transitioned to AirAsia X as Chief Pilot Operations, later becoming Director of Flight Operations in 2013. His leadership expanded significantly in recent years, serving as the AirAsia Aviation Group’s Director of Flight Operations and most recently as the President and CEO of Philippines AirAsia. This progression from operational roles to executive leadership helped cultivate the practical and strategic insight necessary to oversee the Group’s complex regional operations as the Group Chief Operations Officer.