The coming of AEC will lead to the opening of numerous new airlines and aviation routes. More tourist arrivals within the region will be seen, together with the growth in the aviation business. As a result, pilots will be in great demand, and many airlines will try to recruit experienced pilots. According to the Thai Flight Training Academy, operated by Thai Airways International, Thailand should produce at least 780 pilots by 2015 in preparation for the AEC. The number will initially be adequate to cope with the growing demand, but by 2018, around 7,800 pilots will be needed.