Dan Bailey

Dan Bailey is a highly experienced and safety-conscious Boeing 737 Captain and Type Rating Instructor (TRI) currently working with Ryanair, responsible for conducting short-haul flights across Europe and North Africa. They previously served as a Boeing 787 Senior First Officer with Norwegian, and have held various instructional roles, including Bombardier CL 350 Synthetic Flight Instructor and Synthetic Flight Examiner at CAE. Their background includes significant leadership as a Senior First Officer and TRI with Ryanair, and a decade of service as a Royal Marines Commando, which instilled a strong sense of self-discipline and commitment to professional growth. Dan holds multiple aviation qualifications, including an Airlines Transport Pilot License and certifications in commercial, instrument, and multi-engine flying.