Brad O'Connor

ICAO PANS-OPS Instrument Flight Procedure Designer

Background

Brad is an experienced aviation professional with a strong background in the aviation and transport industries and a passion for all things aviation.

With a Bachelor of Aviation (Piloting) and a Graduate Certificate in Aviation (Piloting) from Swinburne University, Brad combines real -world experience with up-to-date theoretical knowledge to provide comprehensive analysis of improving operational processes and creating aeronautical information products.

As a pilot, Brad has developed the ability to communicate and work under high-pressure situations, ensuring the safety of those in the aircraft and operating around it. With a strong understanding of the aviation and supply chain industries, Brad provides comprehensive analysis of improving and following processes while ensuring regulatory and safety matters are considered at all times.

Strengths include:

  • Comprehensive practical and managerial aviation knowledge
  • Passion for creating innovative solutions and products fuelled by varied experiences across multiple industries
  • Exceptional communication skills with the ability to connect with a wide variety of aviation stakeholders
  • Strong task prioritisation skills
  • Respectful and respected approach with clients, airport management and flight operations personnel and regulators.

Qualifications

  • Graduate Certificate of Aviation (Piloting)
  • Bachelor of International of Business
  • Bachelor of Aviation
  • Commercial Pilot licence   
  • Initial PANS-OPS Instrument Procedure Design
  • Advanced PANS OPS (PBN) Course                                                                                                                         

Paul Needham, CEO (Acting), City of Busselton

Aviation Projects was the winner of the prestigious AAA National Airport Industry 2014 award for Corporate Project of the Year (Less than 30 staff), for its involvement in the development of the Busselton Regional Airport Upgrade Project, Business Case.

Aviation Projects provided valuable and detailed contributions to Busselton Regional Airport’s business case for the proposed expansion of its services. This contribution was comprehensive and included an infrastructure cost estimate, operational modelling, financial risk analysis as well as a project and funding timeline.

 

Aviation Projects' contribution in developing and delivering the above mentioned outcomes was critical to the preparation of the Western Australian Government Business Case. Aviation Projects' specialist knowledge in developing the outcomes and presentation of reports was timely and professional throughout the project.

Paul Needham, CEO (Acting), City of Busselton