John Owens

John Owens is an experienced aviation professional with a comprehensive background in flight instruction, technical piloting, and curriculum development. Currently serving as a Global 7500 Simulator Flight Instructor and Examiner at CAE since April 2019, John previously worked as a C-Series Flight Instructor at Bombardier Customer Training and as a Technical Pilot for New Aircraft Programs at Bombardier Aerospace. With additional experience as an Account Executive at PC Mall and an ESL instructor, John has a diverse skill set that spans various educational and operational roles. John’s military background includes significant positions in the United States Air Force, such as European Operational Support Airlift Coordinator and Chief of Training, where responsibilities encompassed managing aircraft fleets and training military pilots. Education includes a Master’s degree in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from the United States Air Force Academy.