Shariff Narayanin
Director of Flight Operations
France
Summary
Highly experienced and accomplished aviation professional with 27 years of experience in Aviation and 10 years of Flight Operations Management. Proven success in leading flight operations teams, ensuring compliance with aviation regulations and maintaining a high level of safety. Skilled in developing and implementing strategic plans, optimizing flight operations efficiency, and reducing costs. Possess strong communication, leadership, and analytical skills to make critical decisions in high-pressure situations. A strategic thinker and problem solver with a deep passion for aviation, committed to excellence in all aspects of flight operations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Long Haul Pilot / Business Developer Cargo
European Aviation Cargo
Bournemouth
2019.08 - Current
Operate long haul international flight.
Grow the airline’s business in the Air Freight sector.
Regional Sales Director
Jetcraft
Jakarta
2014.09 - 2018.12
New and Pre-Owned aircraft sales, acquisitions and trades
In charge of 16 countries in South East Asia.
Customer Liaison Pilot
Bombardier Aerospace
Dubai
2011.01 - 2014.08
Oversee Bombardier Business Aircraft Flight Operations in Middle East & Africa.
Provide Flight Operations expertise and technical knowledge of Bombardier Business Aircraft.
Coordinate between all the various departments of Bombardier Aerospace (i.e. Flight Sciences, Design, Engineering, Airworthiness, Flight Testing etc.) and aircraft operators and crew members to facilitate the resolution of issues.
Frontline voice for fleet and safety issues at the Bombardier Business Aircraft Advisory Committees, Customer and Technical Briefings and Bombardier Maintenance and Operation Conference.
New Aircraft Deliveries and Entry Into Service (EIS); Demonstration Flights; Flight Training.
Chief Executive Officer
Dana Jet
Ras Al Khaimah
2010.01 - 2011.12
In charge of the Ras Al Khaimah government's aircraft fleet.
Nominated and Accountable Manager to the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority.
Director Of Aviation
Maroc Telecom
Rabat
2009.01 - 2010.01
Established the entire aviation department from the ground up with the purpose of serving the group’s travel needs in Europe and Africa
Nominated and accountable to the Civil Aviation Authority of Morocco
Prepared the delivery and introduced their aircraft to the fleet
Supervised, trained and checked the flight and ground operations staff
Director of Flight Operations
Elit'Avia
Ljubljana
2006.03 - 2009.06
Nominated Flight Operations Post Holder
In charge of the flight operations department to ensure a safe, compliant and efficient operation
10 Long Range Aircraft
Long Haul Pilot
Cathay Pacific Airways
Hong Kong
2004.10 - 2007.07
Operate worldwide Ultra Long Haul / ETOPS / Oceanic / Polar Operations on Airbus A330 & A340 Aircraft
Base Training Captain
Global Jet
London
2001.01 - 2004.09
Operate worldwide air charter flights
Director of Flight Operations
Air Print
Luxembourg
1998.11 - 2001.01
Director of Operations
Line Captain
2 Aircraft / 2 Helicopters / 6 Pilots
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Aviation Management
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Daytona Beach, Florida, USA 2006.04 - 2009.09
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Science & Flight Technology
Florida Institute of Technology
Melbourne, Florida, USA 1995.01 - 1997.08
Skills
EASA & FAA ATPL Licences
8,000 Hours Total Time
4,200 Hours PIC Time
Airbus A330 & A340
Bombardier Challenger Series
Dassault Falcon Series
UK Approved DFO Course
Aviation Regulations & Procedures
Risk Management
Analytical & Problem Solving
Strategic Planning & Finance Management
Leadership & Communication
Additional Information
Lived and worked in 10 countries (USA – France – England – Italy – Hong Kong – Slovenia – Morocco – United Arab Emirates – Indonesia)
Musician (drums, percussions) - Enduro Motorbike Riding (KTM Enduro Raid Team) - Golf
Literature (3 books per month (history, science, novels, politics)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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J. Paul Getty
Timeline
Long Haul Pilot / Business Developer Cargo
European Aviation Cargo
2019.08 - Current
Regional Sales Director
Jetcraft
2014.09 - 2018.12
Customer Liaison Pilot
Bombardier Aerospace
2011.01 - 2014.08
Chief Executive Officer
Dana Jet
2010.01 - 2011.12
Director Of Aviation
Maroc Telecom
2009.01 - 2010.01
Post Graduate Diploma - Aviation Management
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
2006.04 - 2009.09
Director of Flight Operations
Elit'Avia
2006.03 - 2009.06
Long Haul Pilot
Cathay Pacific Airways
2004.10 - 2007.07
Base Training Captain
Global Jet
2001.01 - 2004.09
Director of Flight Operations
Air Print
1998.11 - 2001.01
Bachelor of Science - Aeronautical Science & Flight Technology
Florida Institute of Technology
1995.01 - 1997.08