Skills
• Leadership and training skills.
• Operations, planning and implementation.
• Crisis management and high-pressure decision-making.
About
Pilot. Operator. Problem-solver.
Experienced ATP-rated helicopter pilot with over 6,100 flight hours (5,600+ rotary) across VVIP, EMS, offshore oil & gas, wildfire suppression, and SAR missions. Proven track record in operational leadership—most notably managing 30+ pilots and 17 aircraft in wildfire response roles. Operational in complex environments across Africa and the Middle East, including long-haul ferry flights and new contract launches.
Aircraft expertise includes AW169, B412, AS332 Super Puma, B427, and others. Military-trained (ex-SAAF Captain), with mission experience in mountain flying, NVG ops, CASEVAC, and special forces support.
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