Travers Philip Tennant
Mapua,New Zealand
Summary
Aviation professional with a strong foundation in flight safety and crew resource management. Proven track record in training junior pilots and overseeing flight operations, ensuring high standards of safety and efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Pilot Nelson 2020 – 2022. Contract Pilot
GCH Aviation – New Zealand Flying Doctor Service
01.2017 - Current
- Conducted interhospital medical transfers, retrievals, and charters to ensure timely patient care.
- Facilitated type ratings and training to enhance pilot competencies and safety.
- Served as flight examiner, evaluating pilot performance and ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Managed operations at NZFDS Nelson Base for two years, overseeing logistics and team coordination.
Pilot – Check and Training Manager | Flight Examiner
Wellington Jet Charters
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Served as an instructor pilot providing guidance to less experienced crew members on proper flying techniques.
- Trained junior pilots on safety procedures and operational protocols.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections to ensure aircraft safety and readiness.
- Operated various jet aircraft for charter services and private clients.
- Collaborated with ground crew for timely boarding and fuel management.
SIC Dassault Falcon 50EX Copilot
Catley Aviation
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Maintained Proline 21 database for accuracy and reliability in operations.
- Updated Jeppesen manuals to reflect current information.
- Assisted pilots in navigation and communication during flight operations.
- Monitored aircraft systems to ensure safety and performance standards.
- Conducted pre-flight checks to verify equipment readiness and compliance.
Line Pilot
Sounds Air – Wellington, New Zealand
01.2013 - 01.2017
- Single Pilot IFR scheduled domestic air transport and charter flights throughout New Zealand.
- Executed extended flight routes from Blenheim to Napier, Wellington to Westport, and Wellington to Taupo to maximize service coverage.
- Completed shortest flight sector between Wellington and Picton to enhance scheduling efficiency.
- Collaborated with a team of 26 pilots to ensure efficient flight operations.
- Performed single pilot IFR flights and managed loading and unloading of passengers.
Chief Flying Instructor, Chief Pilot – Marlborough Air Charter
Marlborough Aero Club – Blenheim, New Zealand
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Conducted flight training, type ratings, and trial flights for over 300 members, enhancing their flying skills and knowledge.
- Supervised and authorized all flights in compliance with Civil Aviation Rules.
- Developed expertise in strip flight training, resulting in improved safety and performance standards.
- Coordinated logistics for annual Healthy Bastards Bush Flying Championships, ensuring smooth operations and participant satisfaction.
Education
NZ Diploma in Aviation - Aviation
Nelson Aviation College
Motueka, NZSkills
- Flight operations
- Flight safety
- Type ratings
- Flight planning
- Instrument proficiency
- Autopilot operation
- Weather analysis
- Crisis management
- Aircraft maintenance
- Crew resource management
- Time optimization
- Client communication
Aviation Licenses Qualifications
- CPL, New Zealand
- Class 1 Medical, Nil Restrictions, Current
- Level 6 English Language Proficiency
- B & D Instructor Rating.
- Multi-Engine Instrument Rating
- Multi-Engine Instructor Rating
- Flight Examiner Rating 135 & 125
- Private Pilot’s License, FAA
- Multi-Engine Instrument Rating, FAA
- ATP-CTP complete, CAE Dallas TX, 01/01/23
- ATP written completed, 89%, 01/01/23
Type Ratings Aircraft Flown
BE20, BE9L, C441, C402C, PA-34220T, Grumman GA-7, Dassault Falcon DA50 EX SIC, Cessna Citation 525 CJ2/3, PC-12, C208B, C206, 185, 180, 172, 152, 150, PA-28, PA-32R, PA-14, M5-235, 430, 530, 650, 750, 1000, 3000, 21, 4
Flying Experience
- Total flight hours 8300
- JET - 830
- Multi-engine - 2670
- Instructing - 2800
- Instrument - 841
- Single Engine -5808
Professional Referees
Referees are Available on request.
Languages
- English, First Language
- Shona, Second Language
Professional Objectives
I want to be challenged, diversify, and keep learning new skills.
Personal Information
- Citizenship: New Zealand
- Date of Birth: 04/02/85
Timeline
Pilot – Check and Training Manager | Flight Examiner
Wellington Jet Charters
01.2025 - 01.2026
SIC Dassault Falcon 50EX Copilot
Catley Aviation
01.2022 - 01.2025
Lead Pilot Nelson 2020 – 2022. Contract Pilot
GCH Aviation – New Zealand Flying Doctor Service
01.2017 - Current
Line Pilot
Sounds Air – Wellington, New Zealand
01.2013 - 01.2017
Chief Flying Instructor, Chief Pilot – Marlborough Air Charter
Marlborough Aero Club – Blenheim, New Zealand
01.2011 - 01.2014
NZ Diploma in Aviation - Aviation
Nelson Aviation College