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FLYING EXPERIENCE
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TRENT ANDREW DAVIDSON

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Etihad - Captain A320 (Type rated)

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Training Captain / Fleet Ground Training Manager

SmartLynx Australia
07.2025 - Current
  • Training Captain A319 - Perform the duties of a Line Captain and ensure that all pilots operating the aircraft are fully trained, competent, and adhere to the highest standards of safety and operational efficiency.
  • Fleet Ground Training Manager A319 & DHC-8 - Manage, coordinate, and deliver pilot ground school training programs for the fleet that ensure flight crew are equipped with the theoretical knowledge required to operate safely and effectively in accordance with regulatory requirements and company standards. The role supports operational readiness by overseeing the design, compliance, and continuous improvement of all ground-based training.

Aircraft Accident / Incident Safety Auditor

Royal Australian Air Force Reserve
04.2024 - Current
  • Conducted root cause analyses for accidents/incidents, leading to targeted improvements in safety procedures and policies.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation of audit findings, enabling efficient tracking and resolution of safety concerns.
  • Ensured compliance with industry regulations by recommending corrective actions for identified safety issues.

B737 Max-8 Captain

Bonza Airlines
01.2023 - 04.2024
  • Ensured the highest levels of flight safety, passenger security, and operational efficiency.
  • Led and coordinated multi-crew operations, ensuring effective communication and decision-making under normal and emergency conditions.
  • Maintained strict compliance with Civil Aviation Safety Authority regulations and company operational standards.
  • Optimized flight routes, speeds, and altitudes for fuel efficiency and on-time performance.

C-17A Flight Simulator Instructor

Boeing Defence Australia
12.2020 - 01.2023
  • Delivered comprehensive simulator pre briefing and instruction to RAAF C-17A pilots. Covering normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures.
  • Reinforced safety culture through scenario based training emphasizing risk management and situational awareness.
  • Mentored junior instructors and contributed to curriculum development and continuous improvement of training programs.

A320 - Captain

Tigerair
07.2012 - 04.2020
  • Ensured the highest levels of flight safety, passenger security, and operational efficiency.
  • Led and coordinated multi-crew operations, ensuring effective communication and decision-making under normal and emergency conditions.
  • Maintained strict compliance with Civil Aviation Safety Authority regulations and company operational standards.
  • Optimized flight routes, speeds, and altitudes for fuel efficiency and on-time performance.

Royal Australian Air Force - Pilot

Royal Australian Air Force
05.2003 - 07.2012
  • C-17 – Check/Training Captain. Category C Instructor. Category B Captain. Instrument Rating Examiner. Aircraft Captain Air Drop. Deputy Head of Check and Training.
  • KA350 – Check/Training Captain. Category B Instructor. Instrument Rating Examiner. Deputy Head of Check and Training.
  • CT4 – Check/Training Captain. Category B Instructor. Instrument Rating Examiner. Standards Officer Australian Defence Force Basic Flying Training School.

Australian Army - Pilot

Australian Army
04.1996 - 05.2003
  • S-70A-9 Blackhawk Helicopter - Category B Captain. Counter Terrorism Captain. Deputy Troop Commander.

Skills

  • Crew Resource Management
  • Threat and Error Management
  • Team Leadership in Multi-Crew Environments
  • Strong Interpersonal and Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Continuous Improvement and Safety Culture Advocacy
  • Strong Decision Making Under Pressure

Personal & Professional

Personal:

Date of Birth: 13 July 1973

Nationality: Australian, Current Passport (Expiry Dec 2028)

Interests: Outdoors, Family, Exercise


Professional:

Medical: CASA Class 1, Restrictions: Reading Correction (Expiry May 2026)

Aviation Licence: ICAO ATPL

Type Ratings: A320, B737 300-900

FLYING EXPERIENCE

TOTAL TIME: 8994.0


Total A320: 3829.5

Captain A320: 2636.4


Total B737-Max-8: 420.5

Captain B737-Max-8: 325.4


Total C-17A: 1209.4

Captain C-17A: 717.9


Total Instructor Time: 1432.1

  • C-17A Instructor: 314.7
  • KA350 Instructor: 415.2
  • CT4-B Instructor: 702.2


Total Captain Time: 5819.5

  • Military Captain: 2771.2
  • Civilian Captain: 3048.3


ME Command Time: 4928.4

Awards

  • Australian Defence Medal
  • Defence Long Service Medal
  • Afghanistan Medal
  • Australian Active Service Medal
  • Australian Service Medal
  • International Force East Timor Medal
  • United Nations Peacekeeping Medal

Accomplishments

  • Army Pilots Course - Dux
  • Royal Australian Air Force Flying Instructors Course - Graduate most likely to become an outstanding instructor.

Timeline

Training Captain / Fleet Ground Training Manager

SmartLynx Australia
07.2025 - Current

Aircraft Accident / Incident Safety Auditor

Royal Australian Air Force Reserve
04.2024 - Current

B737 Max-8 Captain

Bonza Airlines
01.2023 - 04.2024

C-17A Flight Simulator Instructor

Boeing Defence Australia
12.2020 - 01.2023

A320 - Captain

Tigerair
07.2012 - 04.2020

Royal Australian Air Force - Pilot

Royal Australian Air Force
05.2003 - 07.2012

Australian Army - Pilot

Australian Army
04.1996 - 05.2003

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