Ryan Dawson

Ryan Dawson has extensive aviation experience, currently serving as a First Officer at WestJet since January 2022. Previously, Ryan held First Officer positions at Swoop and WestJet, also serving as a Captain at WESTJET ENCORE LTD. INC. Additionally, Ryan has experience as a B1900 Training Captain at SkyLink Express Inc., providing scheduled air cargo service for UPS, as well as working as a Class 3 Flight Instructor at Brampton Flight Centre. Prior to a career in aviation, Ryan was a Journeyperson Electrician at Rexton Electrical, where responsibilities included installing and maintaining electrical systems and supervising apprentices. Educational qualifications include a Flight Instructor Rating and Commercial Pilot License from Brampton Flight Centre, along with a Certificate of Qualification in Construction Maintenance Electrician from the Ontario Ministry of Training.