Richard Cotton
Grange,QLD
Summary
- I am an experienced domestic and international airline pilot who has operated safely as a Captain since 2014. I am type rated on B747, A330, A340-300/600, and E190.
- I am 55 years old, married with 2 adult children 22 yrs and 18 yrs.
- I hold Australian, Hong Kong and USA FAA Airline Transport Pilots Licenses. My total hours are 15,000hrs.
- Professional aviator with strong leadership skills, adept in training and mentoring flight crews to uphold high standards of safety and efficiency.
- Proven track record in developing and implementing effective training programs, demonstrating keen ability to adapt to changing operational needs.
- Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Reliable and flexible, consistently delivering exceptional performance in dynamic environments.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Captain E190
Alliance Airlines
01.2023 - Current
- Training captain on the Embraer 190 conducting training to all levels.
- Operations throughout Australia, Solomon Islands and New Zealand.
- Presently based in Brisbane.
- Mentored junior pilots, fostering professional growth and adherence to best practices in aviation operations.
First Officer
Atlas Air
05.2022 - 12.2022
- First Officer role on the B747 after leaving Hong Kong.
- Operations flying air cargo globally through the Atlas network and as ACMI for other operators such as Qantas, FedEx, UPS and the US military.
- I left this position as employment opportunities improved in Australia post Covid.
Captain B747
Cathay Pacific Airways
06.2002 - 02.2022
- Started as a Second Officer on the A340 & A330 in 2002.
- Upgraded to First Officer on the Airbus in 2005.
- Transferred to the B747 in 2007 and gained my Command in 2014.
- I flew both passenger and cargo services all over the Cathay Pacific network around the world.
- I left this position due to the Covid restrictions and induced family separation.
First Officer
Impulse Airlines
11.2000 - 05.2002
- First Officer on the Beech 1900D Turbine aircraft. Regional airline operations East Coast Australia based in Newcastle, Australia.
Senior Base Pilot
West Wing Aviation
02.2000 - 11.2000
- Senior Base Pilot to 4 other pilots.
- Charter and mining support on Beechcraft B58 and Cessna 402 aircraft.
Senior Base Pilot
Cape York Air
07.1999 - 02.2000
- Senior Base pilot to 4 other pilots conducting charter flights in the Torres Straits.
- Aircraft flown include BN2, PN68, C206 and C182.
Accountant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.1997 - 07.1999
- Upon graduation from university I was offered a position in the Audit and Business services division at Price Waterhouse.
- I gained wide experience in many different industries performing audit and accounting services for large companies based in Sydney.
- I maintained my Pilots licences and ratings during this time.
Chief Flying Instructor
Dubbo Air Charter and Flying School
01.1990 - 12.1993
Education
Bachelor of Financial Administration -
University of New England
Armidale, NSW Skills
- Training delivery
- Providing mentorship support
- Occupational safety oversight
- Training assessment
- Effective team collaboration
- Effective problem resolution
- Operational leadership
Hobbies and Interests
I am married with 2 children, 21 and 18 years old. I enjoy running Parkruns, hiking, dog walking, motorcycle riding and spending time with family and friends.
Timeline
Training Captain E190
Alliance Airlines
01.2023 - Current
First Officer
Atlas Air
05.2022 - 12.2022
Captain B747
Cathay Pacific Airways
06.2002 - 02.2022
First Officer
Impulse Airlines
11.2000 - 05.2002
Senior Base Pilot
West Wing Aviation
02.2000 - 11.2000
Senior Base Pilot
Cape York Air
07.1999 - 02.2000
Accountant
PricewaterhouseCoopers
01.1997 - 07.1999
Chief Flying Instructor
Dubbo Air Charter and Flying School
01.1990 - 12.1993
Bachelor of Financial Administration -
University of New England
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