CAPTAIN SURESH BANGAH
President & General Manager of AirAsia Philippines
Captain Suresh Bangah is a seasoned aviation professional with over 30 years of industry experience, including over 14 years in senior leadership roles across the AirAsia Group. Known for his operational expertise and people-first leadership, he brings a deep understanding of the AirAsia culture and a forward-looking perspective to his role as President and General Manager of AirAsia Philippines.
Captain Suresh began his journey with AirAsia in 2003 as a First Officer, later serving as a Pilot Instructor and Auditor — exemplifying the Allstars’ “Dare to Dream” spirit throughout his career. Rising through the ranks, he took on senior leadership roles across AirAsia X and AirAsia Aviation Group Limited (AAGL), eventually becoming Group Director of Flight Operations. Complementing his extensive experience in flight operations, Captain Suresh has completed leadership programs at Cranfield University and MIT Sloan School of Management. His leadership philosophy is anchored in integrity, accountability, and results, with a focus on aligning people, technology, and operations to deliver safe, efficient, and meaningful travel experiences.
Ultimately, his vision is to support national ambitions to enhance connectivity and tourism between the Philippines and the wider region, while maintaining a reliable and efficient fleet. At the heart of his leadership is a steadfast commitment to people—their well-being, and their ability to stay connected to opportunities, family, work, and community.