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Shakaib Tahir

Shakaib Tahir

Edmonton,Alberta

Summary

With over 6 years of experience providing Aerodrome, Approach, and Radar Control services at military and International joint-user airfields, I am a detail-oriented, observant, and ICAO certified Air Traffic Controller. Expertise extending beyond air traffic control to encompass airside management, FOD prevention, flight planning, and airport fire services. A proven track record as a highly-trained multitasker, proficient admin officer, excellent written and spoken communicator, and a team player with an analytical nature. My overall military aviation career spans more than 10 years.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Air Traffic Controller

Pakistan Air Force
04.2016 - 04.2023
  • Controlled and coordinated movement of military aircraft into and out of military aerodromes.
  • Provided and assisted aircraft in emergencies as ATC Tower controller.
  • Monitored and provided vectoring services to military traffic in Radar environment to maintain safe and expeditious flow of air traffic.
  • Kept close coordination with civil aviation agencies to ensure separation standards between civil and military traffic.
  • Maintained close liaison with airport agencies for smooth functioning of aerodrome operations at various joint-user airfields.
  • Managed complex situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for safe management of aircraft.

Admin Officer

Pakistan Air Force
03.2014 - 04.2016
  • Performed administrative duties related to planning, organizing and monitoring ongoing works.
  • Took responsibility for morale, welfare and training of subordinates.
  • Disseminated routine instructions to lower formations of organization.
  • Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.

Military Aviation Trainee

Pakistan Air Force
10.2010 - 02.2014
  • Underwent practical training as military aviation pilot.
  • Prepared flight plans and planned the route of flight.
  • Prepared for missions by reviewing goals and obtaining weather information.
  • Performed extensive theoretical training to gain knowledge about general aviation, flight dynamics and meteorological conditions.
  • Participated in on-the-job training, working closely with supervisors and coworkers and asking appropriate questions.
  • Acquired ICAO Basic ATC certifications including Area, Approach and RADAR control certifications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Sciences

Air University
Islamabad
04.2016

Skills

  • General Aviation
  • Airport Operations
  • Flight Planning
  • Radio Communication
  • Military Aviation
  • Airspace Management
  • Air Traffic Regulations
  • Pilot interactions

Certification

  • ICAO Basic ATC Course
  • ICAO Area, Approach and RADAR Course
  • Airfield Force Protection Course
  • Primary Flying Training Course

Languages

English (Fluent)
Urdu (Fluent)
Punjabi (Fluent)

Timeline

Air Traffic Controller

Pakistan Air Force
04.2016 - 04.2023

Admin Officer

Pakistan Air Force
03.2014 - 04.2016

Military Aviation Trainee

Pakistan Air Force
10.2010 - 02.2014

Bachelor of Science - Aviation Sciences

Air University
Shakaib Tahir