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Michael La Grange

Buderim

Summary

High-performing ex Qantas Pilot with substantial background in domestic and international aviation. Also previous experience in remote area Charter flying.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CO PILOT / CAPTAIN

Transkei Airways
  • Beechcraft King Air B100 / B200 Series (Aircraft Charter Operation)

PILOT

Air Zimbabwe
  • Viscount700 /800 Series Aircraft

2nd OFFICER

South African Airways
  • Boeing747300 Series Aircraft

1st OFFICER

South African Airways
  • A300 Series Aircraft

CO-PILOT

Cathay Pacific Airways
  • 747 -300 Series Aircraft

PILOT

SGQ
01.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the safe operation of the private company Cessna182 to various locations throughout regional and metropolitan Queensland including day and night flying
  • Pre-starts checks of the aircraft both before and after every flight
  • Provide safe, professional, and compliant pilot operations as per the operational manual, Aircraft Flight Manual, and CASA Rules and Regulations

TRUCK DRIVER

Wideland Trucks and Equipment
03.2020 - Current
  • Responsible for the delivery of new trucks throughout Brisbane and regional areas and the collecting of trucks from Victoria
  • Pre-starts on the vehicle prior to the commencement of work
  • The safe refuelling of the vehicle
  • Driving to National Safe Driver Standards always
  • Ensure full compliance with workplace health and safety regulations in accordance with company guidelines, policies, and procedures

AIRBUS A330 PILOT

Qantas
01.2005 - 03.2021
  • Airbus A330 Captain on both domestic and international flights based out of Brisbane Airport
  • Preflight checking including checking the overall condition of the aircraft before and after every flight
  • Responsible for making safety the number one priority and ensured maximum comfort and courtesy was extended to all guests
  • Ensured that the fuel supply was adequate and that weather conditions were acceptable, submitted flight plans to air traffic control
  • Communicated with air traffic control along planned routes, during takeoffs and landings
  • Ensured that the aircraft is balanced and below its weight limit
  • Monitored engines, fuel consumption and other aircraft systems during flights
  • The quick response to changing conditions, such as weather events and emergencies
  • Required to navigate the aircraft using cockpit instruments and visual references
  • Liaised with ground staff, onboard crew, company personnel and traffic control
  • Public addresses including welcoming guests, advise of weather conditions, approximate travel, and landing times
  • Maintained a thorough knowledge of emergency procedures, company health and safety competencies, CASA regulations and First Aid always

CO-PILOT / CAPTAIN

Qantas
02.1990 - 01.2005
  • My career commenced at Qantas as a Co-Pilot I was then transferred to Brisbane Airport where my command was737400 /400 and800 series aircraft, I was then offered the Check and Training Captain where I was responsible for the training of staff in the safe operation of Boeing737400 and800 Series aircraft
  • Required to perform high level practical and theoretical training to new team members
  • Demonstrated exceptional teamwork abilities through collaboration with fellow pilots, flight attendants, maintenance personnel, and other aviation professionals in providing seamless service for passengers and efficient flight operations.
  • Increased flight safety by consistently performing thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing potential issues.
  • Fostered culture of safety and compliance, rigorously adhering to aviation regulations and standards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gifford Technical High School
Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
11.1973

Skills

  • Very high level of interpersonal communication skills with the ability to liaise, negotiate, question and listen to people on all levels, from various backgrounds and with differing personalities
  • Fully compliant with flight rules and air law, aerodynamics, meteorology, navigations, flight planning and aircraft systems
  • A team player who demonstrates a positive, professional, and proactive demeanor always
  • Experienced in flying operations to and from major city aerodromes and remote airstrips
  • Ability to work in a diverse and demanding environment on time-critical tasks
  • Physically able to manage a level of manual handling, specifically handling of patients and equipment
  • Thorough knowledge of workplace health and safety regulations as well as aircraft worthiness prior to flights

Certification

  • Australia Air Transport Pilot (Aeroplane) Licence
  • CASA Record of Flight Crew Qualifications
  • Part61 Multi Engine Aeroplane Class Instrument Rating

FLYING HOURS

  • Total Flying Time up to Dec 2024 -24350 Hours
  • Total Flying Time as a ‘Pilot in Command’ -20832 Hours
  • Total Flying Times ‘Jet Aircraft’ -20112 Hours
  • Total Flying Times ‘Piston / Turbine Propellor Aircraft’ -4430 Hours

AIRCRAFT

B747 -300 Series Aircraft | Airbus A330 | A300 Series Aircraft | Boeing737300 /400 Aircraft Series | Viscount700 /800 Aircraft Series| Hawker Siddeley HS748 Aircraft | Beechcraft King Air B100 / B200 Aircraft Series | Cessna Series Light Aircraft

Timeline

PILOT

SGQ
01.2023 - Current

TRUCK DRIVER

Wideland Trucks and Equipment
03.2020 - Current

AIRBUS A330 PILOT

Qantas
01.2005 - 03.2021

CO-PILOT / CAPTAIN

Qantas
02.1990 - 01.2005

CO PILOT / CAPTAIN

Transkei Airways

PILOT

Air Zimbabwe

2nd OFFICER

South African Airways

1st OFFICER

South African Airways

CO-PILOT

Cathay Pacific Airways

High School Diploma -

Gifford Technical High School

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