Chris Laird

Chris Laird has a diverse work experience in the aviation industry. From 2022, they have been working as the Deputy Head of Training (DHoT) at European Cargo, where they are responsible for course construction, writing, and training compliance monitoring.

Prior to this, in 2021, Chris worked as an SEP Flight Instructor & Examiner, although the company name is not provided.

Chris spent a significant part of their career at Emirates, starting from 2003. Chris held various roles, including A380 Standards Training Captain - STC from 2019 to 2020. Chris also served as an A330, A340 & A380 Type Rating Examiner - TRE from 2012 to 2020, where they were involved in recruitment for direct entry First Officers and Captains. Additionally, they worked as an A330, A340 & A380 Type Rating Instructor - TRI from 2008 to 2020. At the start of their career with Emirates, they were an A330/340 Senior First Officer & Captain from 2003 to 2016.

Before joining Emirates, Chris worked as a Senior First Officer at MyTravel Airways from 2000 to 2003. Prior to that, they served as a Dash 8 Line Training Captain - LTC at Brymon Airways from 1996 to 2000.

Chris Laird holds a Master of Science (MSc) degree in Air Transport Management from City, University of London, which they obtained between the years 2009 and 2014. Chris also attended Loretto School in Musselburgh, Scotland, between 1982 and 1987, although no specific degree or field of study is mentioned for this period. In addition to their educational background, Chris Laird has obtained several certifications throughout their career. These certifications include Accountable Manager & Nominated Person Course from CAA International - Part of the UK CAA, which they obtained in May 2022. Chris also holds an IAA EASA ATPL - A320, A330, A340, 350 TRI certification from the Irish Aviation Authority, obtained in April 2022. Furthermore, they have a UAE ATPL - A330, A340, A380, TRI, TRE certification from UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) acquired in October 2003. Lastly, they have a UK ATPL - A320, A330, A340, A350, TRI, SEP Flight Instructor & Examiner (PPL, IMC, Night) certification from the Civil Aviation Authority, obtained in January 1992.