Industry: Private Aviation | Charter Operations

About the Role

We are seeking an accomplished aviation executive to lead the overall strategic, commercial, operational, financial, and regulatory management of a non-scheduled charter aviation organisation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aviation leadership, DGCA regulatory compliance, flight operations, airworthiness, and safety management.

The successful candidate will hold executive accountability for ensuring safe, compliant, and commercially sustainable operations while driving business growth and fleet development.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Operational Leadership

Serve as the designated Accountable Manager, subject to applicable DGCA approval requirements, with overall responsibility for regulatory compliance and operational governance.

Ensure appropriate staffing and oversight of key management positions, including Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, Director of Maintenance, and Director of Safety.

Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of the Safety Management System (SMS).

Ensure flight operations, airworthiness, crew training, and ground services comply with applicable DGCA regulations and aviation safety standards.

Strategic Leadership & Business Growth

Drive business expansion across passenger charters, corporate and VIP aviation, cargo operations, and aircraft management.

Lead fleet acquisition, leasing,



and optimisation strategies based on operational and commercial requirements.

Develop strategic relationships with corporate clients, high-net-worth individuals, charter brokers, and aviation partners.

Financial & Commercial Management

Maintain overall P&L; accountability, financial performance, and operational cost efficiency.

Ensure appropriate allocation of resources for maintenance, crew training, safety, and operational requirements.

Negotiate and oversee key commercial agreements, aircraft insurance, maintenance and repair contracts, and fuel procurement arrangements.

Identify opportunities to improve profitability, operational efficiency, and long-term business sustainability.

Key Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Business Administration, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline. A Master’s degree or MBA is preferred.

12–15 years of experience in aviation, including significant executive or senior leadership responsibility.

Solid understanding of DGCA regulations, non-scheduled operator requirements, flight operations, airworthiness, and aviation safety management.

Demonstrated experience in commercial strategy, P&L; management, resource allocation, and business development.

Ability to meet applicable DGCA eligibility and approval requirements for the designated management position.

A CPL, ATPL, or relevant aircraft maintenance licence is an advantage, subject to role requirements.

📌 CEO & Accountable Manager – Aviation (Mumbai)
🏢 HR Orb Consultancy
📍 Mumbai