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Na'im Zainal

Na'im Zainal

A330 Senior First Officer
Hong Kong

Summary

Joined AirAsia in 2015 as a First Officer on the Airbus A320, quickly assumed multiple roles, including Ground Training Instructor (GTI), CRM Instructor, and Technical & Development Pilot. In these capacities, supported new pilots and contributed to developing training material for the AirAsia Training and Standards Department. In 2018, transitioned to AirAsia X operating the Airbus A330 in the Asia Pacific region, while continuing to serve as a GTI. In 2022, joined SKS Airways as a Captain, operating the DHC6-300 aircraft for flights to remote aerodromes. Following this, transitioned to a managerial role as E195-E2 Manager Technical & Development. Tasked with preparing for the introduction of the Embraer E195-E2 into the fleet, leading the development and approval of crucial operational manuals, including OM-A, OM-C, and Flight Operations Guidance Manual. These manuals were pivotal in ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence and received approval from the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM). After leaving SKS Airways, joined Hong Kong Airlines as a First Officer on the Airbus A330, serving the extensive HKA network, which covers regions such as Asia, Australia and Canada.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior First Officer

Hong Kong Airlines
10.2024 - Current
  • Responsible to the Commander to assist in the safe and efficient conduct of the flight.
  • To carry out such duties concerning the flight, in accordance with company SOP’s, including procedures, limitations and performance relating to the specific aircraft type
  • To volunteer such advice, information and assistance to the Commander, as may contribute favourably towards the safe and efficient conduct of the flight.
  • To seek and receive such information and/or explanation from the Commander, as may be necessary, to enable him to fulfil his function.


E195-E2 Manager Technical & Development

SKS Airways Sdn Bhd
01.2022 - 09.2024
  • Responsible for the development and upkeeping of SKS Airways OM-A and OM-C
  • Coordinate technical enquiries/issues with Engineering Department, manufacturers and other organizations as far as operational subjects are concerned

Line Captain

SKS Airways Sdn Bhd
01.2022 - 09.2024
  • Perform safe and efficient operations of the DHC6-300 Twin Otter aircraft at STOL airports
  • DHC6 Total Hours : 508

Senior First Officer

AirAsia X Berhad
10.2018 - 06.2020
  • Operating the Airbus A330 throughout the Asia-Pacific region
  • Ground Training Instructor (GTI)
  • A330 Total Hours : 1007

Senior First Officer

AirAsia Berhad
08.2015 - 10.2018
  • Operating the Airbus A320 throughout the Asia-region
  • Ground Training Instructor (GTI)
  • Crew Resource Management Instructor (CRMI)
  • Technical & Development Pilot
  • A320 Total Hours : 2322

Simulator Instructor

Sky Simulator Sdn Bhd
01.2013 - 04.2014
  • Instructing members of the public on the Boeing 737NG simulator

Private Tutor

  • Private tutor providing personalized instruction and support to help them obtain their Private Pilot License

Education

Malaysian Frozen ATPL License - Conversion

HM Aerospace Professional Pilot Training
06.2010 - 02.2011

New Zealand CPL/ MEIR - undefined

Quantum Aviation
04.2014 - 03.2015

SPM - undefined

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sri Permata
08.2009 - 05.2011

Skills

  • Instructing
  • Operations Management

Totalhours

4200+

Ratingsheld

  • Airbus A320
  • Airbus A330
  • DHC6

Timeline

Senior First Officer

Hong Kong Airlines
10.2024 - Current

E195-E2 Manager Technical & Development

SKS Airways Sdn Bhd
01.2022 - 09.2024

Line Captain

SKS Airways Sdn Bhd
01.2022 - 09.2024

Senior First Officer

AirAsia X Berhad
10.2018 - 06.2020

Senior First Officer

AirAsia Berhad
08.2015 - 10.2018

New Zealand CPL/ MEIR - undefined

Quantum Aviation
04.2014 - 03.2015

Simulator Instructor

Sky Simulator Sdn Bhd
01.2013 - 04.2014

Malaysian Frozen ATPL License - Conversion

HM Aerospace Professional Pilot Training
06.2010 - 02.2011

SPM - undefined

Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Sri Permata
08.2009 - 05.2011

Private Tutor

Na'im ZainalA330 Senior First Officer