Flight Instructor Examiner

Job Purpose

Conduct flight instruction and examination in accordance with GCAA CAR FCL Rev.5. Exercise examiner and instructor privileges for MPL, IR, MPLI and IRI issuing, ensuring compliance with ATO, AOC and regulatory standards.

Key Result Responsibilities

• Conduct standardization and proficiency checks for MPL, MPLI, IR, IRI and Flight Instructor candidates
• Exercise Flight Instructor Examiner privileges and ensure compliance with revalidation requirements
• Deliver MPL competency-based training (multi-crew) as an MPL Instructor (MPLI)
• Deliver Instrument Rating Instructor (IRI) training to Air Arabia Academy instructors
• Act as deputy to the Chief Flight Instructor (CFI)
• Establish and supervise a training plan and standardization programme for Flight Instructors
• Liaise with the management of partner flying schools
• Monitor student performance and manage at-risk cadets
• Conduct MPL candidate interviews and suitability assessments
• Update training materials and syllabi (CBTA/MPL/UPRT/AUPRT)
• Prepare pre-core briefings for cadets ahead of the flying phase
• Provide ongoing mentoring, coaching and professional support to cadets and instructors
• Document training and examination results as required
  
  

• Valid CPL/ATPL with IR (GCAA CAR FCL)
• GCAA Flight Examiner authorization
• GCAA Flight Instructor Examiner authorization
• Qualified MPLI and IRI; AOC instructional approval (where applicable)
• Valid Class 1 Medical
• English Language Proficiency (ELP) Level 5 or higher
• AUPRT qualification (mandatory)
• Strong understanding of aviation regulations, procedures, and best practices for flight training.
• Successfully completed an MPL Instructor training course at a GCAA-approved ATO.
• In-depth knowledge of safety procedures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Fluent in English (Arabic and other languages are an advantage).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Training and evaluation skills.
• Data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Resource management skills.
• Knowledge of GCAA rules and regulations.
• Demonstrates the ability to contribute and successfully deliver against business strategy and set KPIs.
  
  

• Minimum 2,000 flying hours
• Minimum 100 examiner/checking hours
• Compliance with CAR FCL recency requirements