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Wing Commander Sudhanshu Dubey(Retd)

Wing Commander Sudhanshu Dubey(Retd)

Ghaziabad

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished pilot with extensive experience at Pawan Hans Limited and the Indian Air Force. Proven expertise in UAV operations and helicopter flying, complemented by strong written communication skills. Achieved accident-free flying across diverse aircraft, showcasing exceptional leadership and human resources management capabilities.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Commercial Pilot

Pawan Hans Limited
Ghaziabad
07.2020 - Current
  • I joined PHL and completed the conversion on Dauphin-N. This was followed by obtaining the IR rating on the Dauphin N helicopter.
  • I completed the clearance as the Pilot in Command.
  • Upgraded CPL(H) to ATPL(H) in July 2022.
  • I cleared the multi-engine DGCA tech-specific paper on the Piper Seneca.

Drone Pilot

Indian Air Force
05.2011 - 06.2020
  • Qualified on Heron and Searcher class of UAVs as an external pilot.
  • Additionally, qualified as an Internal Pilot, Mission Commander, and Observer.
  • Flight Commander of premier UAV squadrons on two occasions.

Helicopter Pilot

Indian Air Force
02.2006 - 06.2020
  • Operated Chetak/Cheetah class of helicopters.
  • Flew approximately 1,500 accident-free flying hours on IAF helicopters.
  • Continuously upgraded categories and IR.
  • Qualified on all operational roles.

Fighter Pilot

Indian Air Force
06.1997 - 05.2005
  • Fully operational on MiG-21 (T-96), and day ops status on MiG-21 (T-77).
  • Maintained IR ratings commensurate with experience.
  • Accident-free, incident-free flying.
  • I flew 600 hours on various HPT-32, Kiran Mk-II, and MiG-21 types while in service.
  • I participated in Op Vijay and Op Parakram during the Kargil War.

Education

Master of Arts - Aviation Law And Air Transport Management

NALSAR University of Law
Hyderabad
05-2025

PG Diploma in Business Administration - HR

Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning
Pune
06.2007

Bachelor of Arts - HR

National Defence Academy (JNU)
Pune
06.1996

Skills

  • Aeromodelling
  • Written communication
  • Human resources management

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the 'Best in Flying' trophy during the first semester of helicopter conversion training
  • Awarded the 'Best in Flying' trophy during the second semester of helicopter conversion training
  • Awarded the 'Best in Search and Rescue' trophy on the Cheetah helicopter in Western Air Command
  • Awarded 'Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief Commendation' for dedication to duty in 2014
  • Awarded 'Chief of Air Staff Commendation' for dedication to duty in 2016
  • Recommended for the Vayu Sena Medal (Gallantry) for thwarting a terrorist attack over the Pathankot air base
  • Executed the first successful engine failure landing of the Searcher Mk-II UAV of the IAF
  • Formulation of several SOPs, and finalization and induction of several critical contracts for IAF
  • I landed a Dauphin N helicopter recently while flying as the pilot in command in a single-engine state after an engine seizure over the sea, 75 nautical miles offshore No damage was done to the helicopter or its occupants

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/12/76

Certification

  • ATPL(H)-410: Valid until July 18, 2027
  • CPL(A)-16441: Valid until January 13, 2035
  • FRTOL – 22048: Valid until – 31 Dec 2023
  • RTR – 22664: Valid until – 11 Feb 2056
  • ELP-Lifetime

Timeline

Commercial Pilot

Pawan Hans Limited
07.2020 - Current

Drone Pilot

Indian Air Force
05.2011 - 06.2020

Helicopter Pilot

Indian Air Force
02.2006 - 06.2020

Fighter Pilot

Indian Air Force
06.1997 - 05.2005

Master of Arts - Aviation Law And Air Transport Management

NALSAR University of Law

PG Diploma in Business Administration - HR

Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning

Bachelor of Arts - HR

National Defence Academy (JNU)
Wing Commander Sudhanshu Dubey(Retd)