THAER ABUZAID
ABU DHABI,UAE
Summary
Highly skilled helicopter pilot with over 20 years of military and civilian aviation experience, specializing in search and rescue (SAR) operations and advanced helicopter instruction. Proven expertise flying AW139 and multiple military platforms with strong proficiency in NVG, IFR, and emergency mission execution. Qualified Helicopter Instructor (QHI) with extensive background in training, evaluating, and developing pilots at both basic and advanced levels. Recognized for exceptional situational awareness, mission planning, and leadership in high‑pressure environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Captain pilot - AW139 (SAR) PIC
Abu Dhabi Aviation
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2018.07 - Current
- Conducted SAR operations strictly adhering to company SOPs and aviation safety regulations.
- Oversaw AW139 helicopter missions in critical scenarios to guarantee safety and operational efficiency.
- Led as pilot-in-command with significant experience in NVG, instrument flying, and landing on helicopter decks and oil field helipads.
QHI Pilot
Royal Jordanian Air Force
Amman, Jordan
1996.12 - 2017.12
- Accumulated extensive operational flying hours as military helicopter pilot.
- Served as Qualified Helicopter Instructor for basic and advanced training programmes.
- Developed strong expertise in Crew Resource Management, human factors, and flight safety.
Education
Military Pilot Diploma - AIR COLLEGE
JORDAN
JORDANSkills
- Helicopter flight operation
- Search and rescue missions
- Night vision goggle operation
- Flight instruction and training
- Mission planning and risk management
- Crew resource management
- Helicopter underwater escape training
TOTAL FLYING HOURS
- GRAND TOTAL - 4100.0 + HRS
- FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR 2100.0 HRS
- NVG 300.0 +. AW 139 - 950.0 HRS +
- PIC 3000.0 +
Certification
- FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR (H)-A2 CATEGORY (QHI)
- ATPL TYPE RATING AW139
- ALL LICENSE VALID .
References
References available upon request.
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Advanced
Timeline
Captain pilot - AW139 (SAR) PIC
Abu Dhabi Aviation
2018.07 - Current
QHI Pilot
Royal Jordanian Air Force
1996.12 - 2017.12
Military Pilot Diploma - AIR COLLEGE
JORDAN