Simon Gawne

A highly focused, disciplined ATC and flight operations professional seeking the role of ATC Clearance Delivery Officer at Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA). Holds a NATS Air Traffic Control Basic Course pass, a Civil Aviation Authority Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), and a BA (Hons) in Air Transport Management. Possesses an expert grasp of CAP 493 (MATS Part 1), IFR/VFR flight planning, SID clearances, SSR squawk allocation, CTOT/slot management, and standard UK radiotelephony phraseology.

Combines technical air traffic expertise with real-world airport ramp handling and military reserve discipline, ensuring seamless communication between flight decks, ground control, and tower operations.

Trainee Air Traffic Control Officer (TATCO) at NATS (2026-01 – 2026-09)

• Successfully completed and passed the intensive ATC Basic Course at the NATS Training Academy.
• Mastered core clearance delivery protocols, electronic flight strip management, departure clearances, and CTOT slot monitoring.
• Practiced high-density departure sequencing, route verification against field elevation/airspace boundaries, and squawk code assignment.
• Demonstrated clear, concise radiotelephony communication and immediate error-checking on pilot readbacks under high-simulated traffic density.

Ramp Agent / Ground Support Operative at Jet2.com

• Managed fast-paced airside turnaround duties for commercial airliners operating high-frequency European flight schedules.
• Maintained continuous communication with flight crews, dispatchers, and airside operational teams to support punctuality and slot adherence.
• Enforced strict airside safety protocols, vehicle movement rules, and manual handling compliance across active ramp environments.

Jump Pilot (CPL) at Tilstock Skydiving Centre

• Obtained ATC departure clearances, squawk codes, and drop approvals directly from regional radar and tower units via VHF radio.
• Conducted rigorous pre-flight planning, METAR/TAF briefings, and slot compliance for all commercial flights.

Trooper at Army Reserve (Territorial Army)

• Demonstrated exceptional personal discipline, situation reporting accuracy, and team coordination under stressful operational conditions.

ATC Basic Course Pass in Air Traffic Control – NATS Training Academy (2026)

BA (Hons) in Air Transport Management with Pilot Training – Buckinghamshire New University

Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) & ATPL Theory in Aviation – UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)