Flight Instructor Examiner

Position Overview

The Flight Instructor Examiner is responsible for conducting flight instruction and examiner duties aligned with GCAA CAR FCL Revision 5 standards. This role involves exercising privileges for MPL, IR, MPLI, and IRI certifications while ensuring adherence to applicable regulatory and organizational guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform standardization and proficiency assessments for candidates in MPL, MPLI, IR, IRI, and Flight Instructor programs.
• Apply Flight Instructor Examiner privileges maintaining compliance with revalidation criteria.
• Deliver competency-based MPL multi-crew training as a qualified MPL Instructor (MPLI).
• Provide Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI) training to academy instructors.
• Support the Chief Flight Instructor as deputy by overseeing training plan development and standardization for instructors.
• Collaborate with partner flight schools’ management for effective training coordination.
• Evaluate student progress and implement interventions for at-risk cadets.
• Conduct interviews and suitability evaluations for MPL candidate selection.
• Update and maintain training syllabi and materials including CBTA, MPL, UPRT, and AUPRT.
• Conduct pre-core phase briefings for cadets preparing for flight training.
• Offer mentorship, coaching, and professional guidance to cadets and instructors continually.
• Maintain documentation of training outcomes and examination results as required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Valid CPL or ATPL license with Instrument Rating as per GCAA CAR FCL.
• Authorization as a GCAA Flight Examiner and Flight Instructor Examiner.
• Certified MPL Instructor (MPLI) and Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI) with AOC instructional approval where applicable.
• Possess a valid Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• English Language Proficiency Level 5 or above.
• Required qualification in Advanced Upset Prevention and Recovery Training (AUPRT).
• Comprehensive knowledge of aviation regulations, flight training procedures, and safety standards.
• Completion of MPL Instructor training course accredited by a GCAA-approved ATO.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Fluent English communication skills; knowledge of Arabic or other languages is advantageous.
• Strong verbal and written communication capabilities.
• Competence in training delivery, learner evaluation, data analysis, problem solving, and resource management.
• In-depth understanding of GCAA rules and regulatory compliance.
• Commitment to achieving organizational goals and fulfilling KPIs effectively.

Experience Requirements

• A minimum of 2,000 flying hours logged.
• At least 100 hours spent on examiner or checking duties.
• Up-to-date with CAR FCL recency standards for examiner privileges.