OAS is proud to announce that Bill Roach is joining our staff as Director of Flight Training Operations

 
Ottawa Aviation Services is pleased to announce that Bill Roach has joined the company as Director of Flight Training Operations. In his new role, Bill will be responsible for managing OAS Flight Training operations and guiding the company’s implementation of new training products for OAS airline clients.
"Bill’s demonstrated leadership in the airline industry as VP of Operations responsible for hiring pilots will be an invaluable asset to OAS. His experience and skills will be key as we roll out our new training products dedicated to Canadian and International commercial operators and airlines," said Cedric Paillard, Ottawa Aviation Services CEO. "Bill's extensive flight training and airline experience will strengthen our company, help re-enforce training quality and ensure we can successfully deliver highly qualified trained pilots to our clients."
Bill has been at the centre of flight training and airline operations since his first job as a Flight Instructor in the late 70s Most recently, Bill was the VP of Operations at First Air, responsible for flight operations activities on a fleet of turbo prop and jet aircraft. Prior to his executive role at First Air he held the position of Chief Pilot. Prior to joining First Air Bill was the Director of Flight Operations for Air Labrador. He was previously the Chief Flight Instructor at Butler Air Services, a flight training school. Bill holds an Airline Transport Pilot Licence a Glider Pilot Licence and Approved Check Pilot Authority with over 15,000 hours of flight time experience. He graduated from Judique-Creignish High School in 1977 and immediately pursued an aviation career.
"I was drawn to Ottawa Aviation Services because of its reputation and the exciting new products that are being developed for the benefit of the airlines." Bill commented. "This is an exciting time, as more and more airlines and commercial operators realize the potential of OAS’s solutions to contribute to the looming shortage of pilots in Canada and internationally. I look forward to growing the team, building on the company's momentum."