Patrick Niven

Patrick Niven has extensive aviation experience, currently serving as Uncrewed Aircraft Systems Manager and Aviation Safety Advisor at Chevron since September 1990. In the role of Senior Pilot, Patrick Niven was seconded to Heli Malongo, where supervision encompassed 48 pilots. Additionally, as a Helicopter Instructor Pilot, responsibilities included being a Check Airman and instructor for Sikorsky S-76, Agusta AW-139, and Bell 430, along with overseeing updates to Operations Manual, MEL, and SMS. Prior military service includes time as an Attack Helicopter Pilot for the United States Army Reserve from December 1982 to September 2008, where Patrick Niven flew the AH-1S and AH-64A. Education includes attendance at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University from 1984 to 1987 and completion of training at the US Army Aviation Center, Ft. Rucker, AL, from 1983 to 1984, achieving the designation of Army Aviator and Attack Helicopter Pilot.