Your strategic partner for aviation excellence
About us
Backed by its team’s decades of distinguished aviation leadership experience, Delphi Aviation Consulting delivers comprehensive solutions across the entire aviation ecosystem. From regulatory compliance to operational optimization, we bridge the gap between technical expertise and strategic business outcomes.
Our consultancy emerged from a vision to provide the aviation industry with accessible, world-class expertise that combines regulatory authority experience, operational excellence, and academic rigour. We serve airlines, airports, aerospace manufacturers, aviation authorities, and legal professionals requiring expert testimony.
Our Comprehensive Services
Airline & Airport Operations
Optimizing operational efficiency, enhancing passenger experience, and streamlining procedures through data-driven analysis and best practice implementation.
Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Ensuring adherence to ICAO, IATA, EASA, FAA, HKCAD and CAAC regulations through comprehensive audit, gap analysis, and remediation strategies.
Aircraft design & Airworthiness
Supporting certification processes, airworthiness assessments, and design compliance verification for aircraft manufacturers and operators.
Aircraft Maintenance & Engineering
Developing maintenance programmes, conducting safety assessments, and providing AML (Aircraft Maintenance Licence) engineer training and certification support.
Air Traffic Control & Avionics
Consulting on ATC procedures, airspace design, and avionics integration, ensuring seamless integration of technology and operations.
Training & Capacity Building
Supporting certification processes, airworthiness assessments, and design compliance verification for aircraft manufacturers and operators.
Expert Witness Services
Providing authoritative expert testimony in aviation litigation covering:
Commercial flight operations and air traffic control
Aircraft maintenance and safety management systems
Regulatory compliance and industry standards
Accident investigation and causal analysis
Strategic Business Consulting
Guiding aviation enterprises through growth, transformation, and market expansion with strategies grounded in operational reality.
Why Delphi?
Unmatched Credibility: Combining active regulatory authority leadership with operational airline experience - a rare combination that ensures practical, implementable solutions.
Global Perspective, Local Expertise: Deep understanding of international aviation standards with specific expertise in Asia-Pacific regulatory frameworks and cross-border operations.
Academic Rigour: Research-backed methodologies enhanced by ongoing university engagement, ensuring pioneering approaches to traditional challenges.
Established Experience: Successfully delivered complex projects including aircraft certification, regulatory implementation, and international cooperation agreements.
End-to-End Solutions: From technical compliance to strategic positioning - we provide comprehensive support across your entire aviation journey.
Client-Centric Approach: Each engagement is tailored to your specific operational context, regulatory environment, and business objectives.
Meet the team
Captain Lau Sai Lung Michael
Former Captain in Cathay Pacific Group and Hong Kong Polytechnic University Professor of Practice with distinguished regulatory experience as Chief of Flight Standards at HKCAD. Certified ICAO Annex 13 accident investigator, Airbus post-maintenance test pilot, and founder member of the International Association of Green Aviation.
Core Expertise: Regulatory Compliance | Flight Safety | Pilot Training | Aircraft Certification | Accident Investigation | Sustainable Aviation
Chairman & Principal Consultant
Ir YK Leung
Former Deputy Director-General of Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department with extensive regulatory leadership experience. Distinguished career includes President of Beijing Capital General Aviation Research Institute, Alternate Board Member of Airport Authority, Independent Non-Executive Director of HAECO, and CEO of Sky Shuttle Helicopter Limited. Currently Chairman of Linken Capital Aviation Services, leveraging decades of aviation industry expertise in regulatory affairs, corporate governance, and strategic development.
Core Expertise: Aviation Regulation | Corporate Governance | Strategic Leadership | Airport Operations | Aircraft Engineering
Senior Consultant
Ir Thomas Fok
Chartered Engineer over 30 years at Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department, retiring as Chief Electronics Engineer. Led major projects including the air traffic control systems for ATC Centre & Towers in Chek Lap Kok and managed 200+ engineering staff. Currently Part-time Lecturer at PolyU and HKUST teaching Air Traffic Management and Avionics, and Industrial Advisor for CityU's Aerospace Engineering Programme.
Core Expertise: Air Traffic Control System | Project Management | Maintenance Philosophy | Safety Management System | ICAO ATSEP Competency | Cyber Security in Aviation Systems
Senior Consultant
Miss Vivian Ngan
Practicing Solicitor in Hong Kong SAR with Bachelor of Social Science (Economics) from Chinese University of Hong Kong and Master of Laws from University of London. Recently completed Aviation Ground Theory Course certification. Combines legal expertise with aviation industry knowledge to support regulatory compliance and administrative operations across consulting engagements.
Core Expertise: Legal Affairs | Regulatory Compliance | Aviation Administration | Contract Management | Corporate Governance
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Ready to Elevate Your Aviation Operations?
Whether you're navigating complex regulatory requirements, optimizing operational efficiency, or seeking strategic growth opportunities, Delphi Aviation Consulting delivers results that matter.
Contact us today to discover how our expertise can transform your aviation challenges into competitive advantages.
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