Infrastructure and Training Report 2022

PILOT INTERVIEW
What does the future hold for business
aviation?
Faster and “greener” aircraft are the future of business aviation.
Our industry demands immediacy, and flexibility is essential in
private/business aviation. To achieve this, regulations, airspace
design and management, as well as infrastructure, must evolve
to achieve this goal.
Can you talk about your job-related training
as Chief Pilot in TAG?
My position as Chief Pilot at TAG Aviation was a progression from
my previous role as Lead Client Aviation Manager (CAM). In that
role, I was tasked to train newly-appointed CAM’s at TAG for their
positions or to help other members navigate. This system is unique
as we have a team leader managing the account for a client. My
position gave me insight into the responsibilities of the Chief
Pilot. With my appointment as Chief Pilot, I became the lead of an
experienced group of professionals that I learn from every day.
For my training in the role, I was fortunate enough to be instrumental
in gaining TAG’s Cayman AOC. This involved leading the team to
ensure regulatory compliance, investigating new regulations and
tailoring our procedures so they meet the expectations of the
regulator. I also vet new training material, online or in person, which
gives me great insight and helps me stay ahead of new trends.
Lastly, I am in line to undergo a training refresher course with a
major airline in Hong Kong to gain insight into the latest training
techniques. This is sponsored by TAG as an investment in its staff.
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