Rajeev Popuri

Accomplished Aviation Professional with over 19 years of extensive experience spanning Flight Operations Management, Safety Training, and Regulatory Compliance. Proven track record as a DGCA-approved Cabin Safety Inspector and SEP Instructor. Expertise in managing training folder compliance, SMS implementation, and crew controlling within major commercial and cargo airlines.

Manager (Compliance, Training and Documentation) & Crew Controller - Quickjet Airlines

• Leading compliance oversight for flight operations and training documentation.
• Managing crew scheduling and operational control to ensure seamless airline performance.

Cabin Safety Inspector - DGCA, Ministry of Civil Aviation, Govt. of India

(2020-03 - 2024-03)

• Conducted rigorous safety inspections and audits across various aircraft types (B787, B737, ATR, A321, etc.).
• Ensured operator compliance with Civil Aviation Requirements (CAR) and National Standards (NSOP).

Approved SMS & SEP Instructor - Akasa Air / Shankh Aviation Pvt. Ltd.

• Delivered specialized Safety Management System (SMS) and Safety Emergency Procedures (SEP) training.
• Managed Customer Service Training Management (CSTM) portfolios.

Senior Cabin Crew & SEP Instructor (DGCA Approved) - Air Asia

(2015-04 - 2020)

• Promoted to SEP Instructor in June 2016; trained Pilots and Cabin Crew on A320-200 series aircraft.
• Obtained IATA Certification as an SMS Instructor in 2018.

International Cabin Crew - Jet Airways India Ltd.

(2007-08 - 2015-03)

• Operated on international sectors across Boeing 737 (-700/800/900), Airbus A330, and ATR 72 fleets.
• Received Chairman's Appreciation for outstanding customer service.

BA - Psychology - Techno Global University

Diploma - Aviation & Hospitality Management (Cabin Crew Focus)