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Air India Appoints Captain Basil Kwauk as New COO Starting January 2025

New Delhi, India – Air India has announced the appointment of Captain Basil Kwauk as its new Chief Operations Officer (COO), effective January 2025. Kwauk, a seasoned pilot and mechanical engineer with over 25 years of experience, will take over from Captain Klaus Goersch, who is stepping down at the end of December to assume a senior role in the United States.

  • Incoming COO: Kwauk brings extensive operational expertise from his career with Singapore Airlines and Vistara, where he flew aircraft including Airbus A319s and Boeing 787s. He will relocate to Delhi in the coming weeks to assume his new responsibilities.
  • Leadership Transition: Air India CEO Campbell Wilson praised both leaders, expressing gratitude for Goersch’s invaluable contributions and confidence in Kwauk’s ability to lead the airline into its next phase of transformation.

Source: Air India & Local Media Reporting

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Alaska Airlines is Seeking Candidates for Pilot Training Program Director in December 2024

Seattle, Washington – Alaska Airlines is seeking a Pilot Training Program Director to oversee strategic planning and regulatory compliance for its Flight Operations Training programs. The position involves designing long-term strategies for pilot training, managing complex projects, and ensuring alignment with FAA requirements for various fleet types.

Candidate Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years of experience in pilot training and program management
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • 1500 hours as Captain and Check Pilot in 121 operations
  • Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and guidance
  • Proficiency in financial analysis, problem-solving, and Microsoft Office
  • Proven ability to influence, build relationships, and manage change
  • U.S. work authorization and minimum age of 18

Preferred

  • Experience in 121 pilot management

Key Duties

  • Lead strategy development for pilot training programs
  • Manage FAA regulatory guidance for fleet training and operations
  • Collaborate with departments to align training initiatives with business goals
  • Conduct Safety Risk Analysis and economic evaluations for training projects
  • Support Airbus and Boeing AQP training programs
  • Coordinate with financial teams on budget and project planning

Salary Range

  • $147,400 – $228,400 / year

To learn more about the role and to apply please go here.

Source: Alaska Airlines

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Batch 2 of Cebu Pacific Cadet Pilot Program Arrives at Airworks Aviation in Cebu, Philippines

Cebu, Philippines – Airworks Aviation Company welcomed the second batch of cadets from the Cebu Pacific Air Cadet Pilot Program in November 2024 as they arrived at Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The batch represents the next group of aspiring pilots to undergo training under the partnership.

In June 2024 Cebu Pacific (CEB), the fast growing Philippines based low-cost carrier operating over 80 aircraft, announced that it was partnering with Philippines based flight training organisation Airworks Aviation for its Cebu Pacific Cadet Pilot Program. The program is currently the only airline in the country offering this program, giving aspiring pilots high-quality training experience, mentorship, and guaranteed employment path with the airline. Over a five-year period, CEB will deploy a total of 240–300 Cadet Pilots to Airworks.

The 96 week program will see aspiring pilots get their Commercial Pilot License with Instrument Rating as well as a type rating on either Airbus A320 or ATR72-600.

Source: Vincent Charles Ong (Airworks Aviation)
Photo Credit: Vincent Charles Ong (Airworks Aviation Company)

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Pakistan-based Carrier Seeking December 2024 Applications for First Officer (Non-Type Rated) Role

Fly Jinnah has announced an exclusive career opportunity for Pakistani pilots seeking to join their team as First Officers. The position is open to candidates aged up to 50 years at the time of application and requires applicants to meet stringent qualifications and experience criteria. Please see an extract of the job post below.

“Experience, Qualifications And Requirements

  • 2,000 hrs of total flying experience.
  • 200 Hrs as P1 on Multi Engine/ Jet Aircraft or 200 Hrs as P2 on Multi Crew Cockpit (MCC)Aircraft
  • CPL may be considered/ Frozen ATPL is preferred.
  • Valid licenses, valid 1 medical and Valid IR
  • Valid English Language Proficiency (ELP) certification. Above level 4
  • He/ she must pass the technical, psychometric, Medical Fitness check-up assessments for Pilots as per Company/CAA standards.
  • Training in safety and emergency response is essential – a formal qualification is an advantage.
  • Crew Resources Management Training is considered an advantage.
  • IATA principles & standards relating to security is an advantage.
  • Clear flying records.”

Interested applicants can learn more about the opportunity through Fly Jinnah Career page.

Source: Fly Jinnah
Photo Credit: Fly Jinnah

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