Our Team
Management
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Will - Director / Flight ExaminerWill has been a Director of Highland Aviation since October 2017, having enjoyed previous careers in the Armed Forces, Structural Engineering and International Education. In addition to his directorial responsibilities, Will is also our Head of Gyrocopter Training, a UK Senior Examiner, and primarily teaches advanced pilot courses and trainee flight instructors from around the UK and abroad. Qualifications: PPL(G), NR, FI(G), FIC(G), FE(G), FIE(G), SE(G) Instructs: PPL(G), Pilot Development Course, Night Rating, Mountain Flying Course, Beach Landing Course, FI(G), FIC(G), FE(G), FIE(G). Examines: PPL(G), FI(G), FIC(G), FE(G), FIE(G)
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Nick - General Manager / Flight InstructorNick joined Highland Aviation in 2021, and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the flying school. Nick is also a Gyrocopter Flight instructor, and teaches the Private Pilot's Licence to new Gyrocopter pilots, as well as flying air experience flights / trial lessons. Qualifications: PPL(G), NR, FI(G), GR(G) Instructs: PPL(G), Type Conversions Examines: Theoretical Knowledge |
Flight Instructors
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Aidan - Head of TrainingAidan has previously trained and worked in a variety of countries, from Uganda and Australia, to the Isle of Skye. During his time with Highland Aviation, Aidan has proved his professionalism, expertise and dedication to flight training. Aidan's calm and composed manner continues to be popular amongst our students. He has a variety of hobbies, including urban exploration and computer programming, and is a qualified Chef. Qualifications: CPL(A), NR, MEIR, FI(A), GR(A) Instructs: LAPL(A), PPL(A), Night Rating, LAPL Conversion, Beach Landing and Mountain Flying courses Examines: Theoretical Knowledge
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Aitken - Flight InstructorAitken is an experienced pilot, flying since 1991. An aircraft owner himself, Aitken has extensive experience flying simple and complex aircraft. Qualifications: PPL(A), CRI(A), IR(R), NR Instructs: SEP Revalidations, Complex Conversions, LAPL to PPL Conversions, NPPL to PPL Conversions, Mountain Flying Course, Beach Landing Course
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Ryan - Flight InstructorRyan joined us in 2023, having instructed at Tayside Aviation in Dundee since 2018. Ryan's primary role is to teach the Private Pilot's Licence to new Fixed-Wing pilots, as well as flying air experience flights / trial lessons. Qualifications: CPL(A), NR, MEIR, FI(A) Instructs: LAPL(A), PPL(A), Night Rating, LAPL Conversion, Beach Landing and Mountain Flying courses
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Malcolm - Flight InstructorMalcolm joined us in 2023, and shares his time instructing with us and at Moray Flying Club. Malcolm's primary role is to teach the Private Pilot's Licence to new Fixed-Wing pilots, as well as flying air experience flights / trial lessons. Qualifications: PPL(A), FI(A) Instructs: LAPL(A), PPL(A)
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Flight Examiners
Russell - Flight ExaminerRussell is an Airline Training Captain and has had a long relationship with Highland Aviation over the years.
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Liam - Flight ExaminerLiam is an Airline Pilot as well as a flight and FRTOL examiner.
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Operations
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Joss - Operations AdministratorJoss joined Highland Aviation in 2018 and is responsible for the smooth running of our day-to-day activities and back-office administration. He has an extensive understanding of the aviation industry, and is also a fixed wing pilot. You can also find Joss on YouTube as "Doofer911" where he hosts many videos and live streams related to aviation and flight simulation, so why not join his 60,000 Subscribers!
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Craig - Operations TeamCraig joined the team in 2020, and works Part-time in the Operations department. A Pilot himself, Craig continues to study towards his Airline Transport Pilot's Licence theoretical knowledge examinations in his spare time. Craig is also a rugby referee for the Highland Rugby Referee's Society.
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Maintenance
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Barry - Maintenance ManagerBarry has been with us since 2013. He has many years of experience within the aviation industry as well as a wealth of knowledge and expertise. He currently holds EASA and BCAR licences covering a wide range of aircraft from the PA38 all the way up to the DC3. Additionally, Barry also holds an FAA licence and is an approved LAA Inspector for aeroplanes and gyroplanes. Barry's primary role is the day-to-day running of the maintenance hangar, ensuring that all aircraft maintenance is carried out to the highest standard.
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