Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Hobbies and Interests
Accomplishments
Languages
Helicopter Types rated on
Timeline
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GUNTHER HELMUTH HEIMSTADT

GUNTHER HELMUTH HEIMSTADT

SWAKOPMUND

Summary

I would describe myself as focused and enthusiastic with the desire to achieve the highest standards. I take pride in what I do and what I have learned over the years as an operator & pilot myself. I am reliable and responsible and never take chances. My primary objective is to transport passengers, cargo or information in excellent condition and as safely as possible. Equipped with the necessary training, experience, and dedication to my duty, I am positive that this can be achieved. I aim to eliminate liabilities by following all safety protocols as well as meeting all enforced requirements general and specific to the job at hand. With over 10 years of experience in managing our Family Helicopter Company as well well as 12 years of flying experience, I can affirm my qualifications in conducting safe and successful flights. I have very good knowledge in Aviation Regulations and have been on the post holders positions of our family helicopter company and by helping previous companies with recertification of their AOC's. I have experience in the following Post Holder Positions and have acted in the following positions for 10 years between 2013-2022 - Flight Safety Manager, Quality Assurance Manager, Flight and Ground Operation. I am proud to say that I managed to get our company approved for Off Shore operation on 2019. I have been part of a Helicopter off Shore Operation for over a year and do have lots of knowledge around the Helicopter off Shore industry where I acted as the Ground and Flight Operations Manager. I am a dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Marula Game Ranch
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Flew part time in Anti-poaching operations
  • Monitoring of Rhinos and Exotic animals
  • Routine monitoring flights around property
  • (Part time)

Swakopmund
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Opened 2 bases for helicopter scenic flights
  • Lidar, water line, powerline inspections
  • (Helicopter Operations)

Sossusvlei Lodge
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Routine Monitoring flights around property
  • Managed family owned Helicopter Scenic operation in the Namib Desert
  • Started the Company in 2013-2018 with my father and stay on at the company till 2020
  • Commercial Helicopter Pilot
  • Operations Manager, Safety Manager
  • (Helicopter Operations)

Holstein Guest Farm
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Helped manage our family private game reserve.
  • Routine anti-poaching operations by helicopter, protecting our rhinos.
  • Game monitoring.

Operations Manager, Safety Manager

Holstein Guest Farm
01.2011 - 01.2013
  • Helped Manage our family farm
  • Routine anti-poaching operations by Helicopter protecting our Rhinos
  • Game monitoring

Turbine Rating

Capital Air
  • Bell 206 B3 Rating
  • Instructor - Stephen "BUZZ" Bezuidenhout

Education

Commercial Helicopter Pilot Training

Silverhawk Aviation Academy
Boise, Idaho
01.2011

Construction Management

Cape Peninsula University of Technologies
01.2005

Farm & Lodge Manager

Holstein Hunting Safaris
01-2002

Matric / Grade 12 - Mathematics,Physical Science,English,Afrikaans,History,Geography,Business Management

High School Otjiwarongo
Otjiwarongo
01-2002

Hotel Management

Private Hotel School - Stellenbosch

Skills

  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Certification

  • Code 8 Drivers License
  • FAA CFI & CFII License (Helicopter)
  • Namibian CPL License - ICOA (Helicopter)
  • FLIGHT OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (FOM - ICAO Standard)
  • Flight Safety Management (Flight Safety Officer - ICAO Standard)

References

  • JP, Vinagre, Director & Owner, jpv@capitalairsa.com, +27 82 411 6052, Capital Air
  • Jacques, Jooste, Chief Pilot, jj@capitalairsa.com, +27 83 500 8627, Capital Air
  • Bradley, Tutton, CFI, Tutton.bradley@gmail.com, +27 72 348 4626, Capital Air
  • Stephen, Bezuidenhout, Freelance, buz@lafrica.com, +27 84 567 9736, (SA & Nam GR 1 DFE), SA & Nam DFE
  • Kurt, Mittendorf, Kurt.Mittendorf@nampower.com.na, +264 81 128 7632, Nampower, Namibia, (Nam GR 1 DFE)

Hobbies and Interests

Fishing, Hunting, Sport, Travelling, Nature Activities, Family

Accomplishments

  • PIC: 2570.0
  • Dual received: 89.5
  • Night hours: 50.4
  • Instrument (IFR) hours: 35.0
  • Turbine Hours (206 B3 Rating): 5.0
  • Dual Training on Bell 206 Long Ranger(no Rating) 5.0
  • Multi-Engine: Dual Training on AW 109 (no rating): 9.6
  • Total Hours: 2763.7

Languages

Afrikaans
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
German
Advanced (C1)
C1

Helicopter Types rated on

  • BELL 206 B3
  • Robinson R44 Raven I & II
  • Robinson R 22
  • H 269

Timeline

Marula Game Ranch
01.2021 - 01.2023

01.2018 - 01.2020

Sossusvlei Lodge
01.2013 - 01.2018

Holstein Guest Farm
01.2011 - 01.2013

Operations Manager, Safety Manager

Holstein Guest Farm
01.2011 - 01.2013

Turbine Rating

Capital Air

Commercial Helicopter Pilot Training

Silverhawk Aviation Academy

Construction Management

Cape Peninsula University of Technologies

Farm & Lodge Manager

Holstein Hunting Safaris

Matric / Grade 12 - Mathematics,Physical Science,English,Afrikaans,History,Geography,Business Management

High School Otjiwarongo

Hotel Management

Private Hotel School - Stellenbosch
GUNTHER HELMUTH HEIMSTADT