Meet our
TOP-TIER EXPERTS
Kenneth Mark Sorensen
Head of Training
Duties at BAA Training:
- Being responsible for compliance with Part-FCL/ORA regulations and responsibility.
- Ensuring the relevance of training programs.
- Implementing new training requirements to ensure the highest training quality.
- Ensuring timely communication with related CAA.
- Being a leader of the ATO team, including flight school and TRTO.
Vytautas Stankevicius
Deputy Head of Training
Duties at BAA Training:
- Playing a key role in controlling proper TRTO processes based on EASA regulations.
- Ensuring the relevance of training programs.
- Establishing new learning trends with the product line team.
- Ensuring timely communication with CAA.
- Managing the student assessment process.
My airline career started in 1981. Since then, I have flown as a Co-Pilot and Captain for a number of airlines. I have accumulated 13000 hours of flying experience as a Pilot in Command and a total of 16500 on aircraft, including B737, A320, SAAB 2000, ATR 42 and JAK 40. In addition, I have worked as TRI/TRE of B737 and A320 since 2010.
Omar Noureldin
Deputy Chief Flight Instructor for Initial Pilot Training
I’ve been flying since 2013 and joined BAA Training as an instructor in 2019. Throughout my career, I’ve piloted various single and multi-engine aircraft, including Cessna, Piper, Tecnam, and Diamond models. My primary focus has been providing comprehensive training to instructors and students that aligns with the modern demands of the airline industry. Over the years, I’ve trained students for BAA Training, its clients, and reputable airlines. In addition to delivering airline pilot training, I’ve provided tailored instruction to flight instructors of diverse levels, meeting their respective company’s professional requirements and expectations.
Duties at BAA Training:
- Lead and manage the standardization process for instructors in the Ab Initio department.
- Conduct assessments for instructors during initial recruitment and standardization procedures.
- Ensure strict adherence to BAA Training’s standard procedures and safety regulations throughout flight training.
- Oversee Ab Initio flight operations.
Jose Manuel dos Reis Dias
Deputy Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor
Duties at BAA Training:
- Coordinating and executing initial theoretical training in all bases.
- Implementing and monitoring the latest training methodologies and systems of theoretical training.
- Preparing Theoretical Knowledge Instructors (TKIs) for training.
- Supervising TKIs’ work and regularly standardizing all TKIs.
- Ensuring timely training performance.
- Ensuring training effectiveness and qualitative teaching.
- Guaranteeing timely and high-quality examination.
- Overseeing Area 100 KSA for courses and TKIs.
My enthusiasm for aviation started when I got my PPL(A) in 1980. After that, I followed a career as an Operational Meteorologist, Theoretical Knowledge Instructor, and Air Operations Officer with the Portuguese Air Force. Since 2015, I have been mainly dedicated to professional aviation courses, teaching Meteorology, and Human Performance. Since 2018, I have also been teaching Area 100 KSA and Teaching and Learning for Flight Instructor courses. Since January 2023, I have been Deputy Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor at BAA Training.
Oriol Rodriguez Flotats
Deputy Head of Training for Initial Pilot Training
I have been dedicated to flight instruction since 2015, collaborating with different ATOs as a Theoretical Knowledge Instructor of different subjects and as a Flight Instructor. I joined BAA Training in 2019, becoming involved in instructors’ standardization and students’ progress evaluation. My goal is clear: to enhance the safety of our operations day by day and to elevate the quality of training of future pilots.
Duties at BAA Training:
- Observing and evaluating the students’ progress.
- Monitoring the standardization and supervising its execution for Ab Initio Flight Instructors.
- Ensuring that training programs and the relevant provisions of manuals are related to initial pilot training.
- Ensuring training programs are updated timely and in accordance with regulations and internal needs.
- Ensuring the compliance of practical training exercises with relevant training program requirements.
Lasse Loschenkohl
Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor
Duties at BAA Training:
- Setting internal theoretical training standards.
- Training & standardization of Theoretical Knowledge Instructors (TKI).
- Ensuring theoretical training is in accordance with legal requirements.
- Developing theoretical training programs for training of instructors, refresher courses, etc.
- Updating and adjusting theoretical training programs.
- Developing training plans to meet training volume.
- Supervising theoretical training documentation.
- Supervising Theoretical Knowledge Examination processes.
- Integrating TEM, CRM, and CBTA in theoretical training.
- Ensuring quality and efficiency in BAA Training’s theoretical training programs.
I started flying in 2011 and began my instructor career in 2013. Since then, I have covered Flight, MCC, TKI, and TRI instruction, the creation of training programs and materials for A-UPRT, and a variety of other courses and ratings. I have flown as Captain on the Boeing 737 family aircraft and have completed just over 6,400 hours of flight time. In my free time, I regularly fly aerobatic aircraft and other taildraggers.
TESTIMONIALS
Mindaugas Migauskas
“I would like to personally thank my VFR flight instructor, Egor Gorshkov, for his high standards, deep level of knowledge and skill, and, most importantly, patience and 100% trust from Day 1. I would also like to thank my IFR fight instructor, Darius Tuzikas, for the high requirements down to the smallest details that he was pushing us to achieve and for being fair and honest with us at times when we were falling back.”
Evagoras Stylianou
“Overall, I was quite happy with the quality of the training and the instructors. Met some very experienced pilots during the flight training, and also during ground school that used to or were still flying for some of the legacy airlines.”
Alexandra Moraru
“All instructors are highly qualified, skilled, and professional as pilots, they teach you a lot of passion and put a lot of effort in making you a great pilot. I am so grateful to instructors who always believed in me, especially I would like to mention Omar El Sawi, as he not only did everything a Flight Instructor should, but he also had the greatest CRM a pilot can have. A good pilot is a good person in the first place, and he’s 100%.”
“I LOVED my flight training in Lleida-Alguaire, it’s a small and cozy place, you can walk around in 20 mins, but with a special vibe that you will never forget. And, of course, the airport—almost just for you.”
Tarvydas Čepkauskas
“My VFR instructor was (and still is) one of the coolest guys I’ve ever met. All of the instructors showed high level of professionalism, dedication to teach. The environment was good, and the instructors maintained a very good synergy in the classrooms.”
Nazar Dmytrovskiy
“It was above standard as most instructors were knowledgeable and skillful in explaining, not only reading the presentation. They were professional in terms of flying and explaining, and they did share a passion of young wannabes, so it made the emotional atmosphere in the cockpit very pleasant and warm. Looking back, the ones I had were very well-trained.”
Javier Gayoso Jiménez
"For my Type Rating, I chose BAA Training because of their reputation for quality training and their partnership with Avion Express, where I’m currently completing the selection process. The training quality was exceptional – instructors demonstrated a high level of professionalism, providing thorough and engaging instructions throughout the program."
Florian Devauchelle
“I chose BAA Training as my training provider because the Avion Express Cadet Program is in collaboration with the academy for the Type Rating (Airbus A320). There is a very high quality of training. All the instructors have important experience with thousands of flight hours on Airbus. They really push us to give the best, and they explain every exercise in a positive way. They are very professional and take all their time for the success of the trainees.”
Asolat Sandybayeva
"Doing theory in Vilnius and flying in Spain was absolutely incredible for me – the people working in BAA Training were good both in Vilnius and in Lleida. Our instructors, as they were working as pilots in airlines, gave invaluable advice and information, which later helped us during exams or flight practice.”
Coia Cesar Gonzalez
“I would like to share my very positive thoughts about BAA Training. Once you jump into the simulator, you have very professional examiners. I had LPC with two different Spanish examiners – David in 2023 and Alfonso in 2024. Besides the standard program, they ask you if you would like to train in any other maneuver, and you can “see” and train other maneuvers that you never trained during your checks with your regular company. The examiners are there to show you the different sides of failures. We talk in detail about problems and failures you can experience during the flight. I would like to thank Cpt. Alfonso very much, because after my LPC with BAA Training, I passed an assessment as an A320 Captain with Etihad just a few days later. If you think about renewing or validating your license, don’t think twice. I totally recommend BAA Training.”
Ricardo Bortolozo
"I recently completed my last LPC on the A320 at BAA Training Barcelona, and I couldn’t be more satisfied. The new, last-generation simulator, the outstanding instruction team, the fantastic facilities, and the excellent service provided by the BAA Training team all exceeded my expectations. Highly recommended!"
Salman Asif Firfire
The instructors were highly professional and supportive throughout the process. They were approachable, making it easy to ask questions, and provided real-world insights. The most significant challenge for me was managing the intensity of the training schedule. It’s fast-paced, but with a good balance of discipline and guidance from the instructors, I was able to keep up. Their willingness to offer extra help whenever needed made a big difference in overcoming the steep learning curve.
Aadhul Nisad
I would rate the training highly, as the instructors are very knowledgeable and professional. They brought extensive real-world experience into the classroom and flight sessions, ensuring that I received both theoretical and practical insights. The challenges I faced were adapting to the intense schedule and the steep learning curve, but with the help of supportive instructors and time management, I was able to overcome them.
Poornanand Reddy Pulagurla
The instructors were not only professional but also approachable, which made learning easier. They balanced classroom instruction with practical flying experience and their ability to explain complex concepts in a straightforward way. One of the main challenges was managing the workload, especially during the program's initial phases. However, by staying organized and seeking advice from the instructors whenever needed. They were always ready to offer additional guidance, which made a big difference. The instructors are invested in your success, and the resources provided are top-notch, making it an excellent option for aspiring pilots.
Akshay Rajendra Prasad
When it comes to instructors, they are very knowledgeable, have vast experience in the field, and are always happy to clear our doubts, even after classes. I had some issues in understanding some of the topics, but given extra classes and the help from the instructors, I was able to exceed on my CAA exams with ease. Flight instructors created a positive atmosphere in the cockpit; they teach and correct us calmly, understand and mitigate the stress we go through, encourage us, and never rush anything.
Vihaan Vineet Sapru
The academy has experienced instructors who are really good at explaining and clearing up doubts, and their teaching methods for practical flying are highly commendable. They let you make mistakes, explain why you made them, help you understand how to correct them, and let you perfect your skills yourself.
Nand Shukla
The entire teaching staff was highly professional and brought a wealth of experience to the training. Instructors demonstrate exceptional knowledge and are always helpful, maintaining a friendly approach throughout. The combination of expertise and approachability makes the learning experience both engaging and enjoyable. They went beyond the standard curriculum, not only covering the material from the books but also imparting invaluable knowledge essential for success in the aviation field. Flight instructors were exceptional, ensuring that no issues arose throughout the process.
Rajveer Singh Sachdev
The instructors were very professional, knowledgeable, and supportive, providing valuable feedback that enhanced the learning experience. Their expertise and commitment to safety made a significant difference in my training.
My airline career started in 2007. Since then, I have flown as a Co-Pilot, Captain, Line Training Captain, and Line Check Captain for several airlines. I have accumulated around 6,000 hours of flying experience and a total of around 2,500 hours of simulator training or checking on all variants of the Boeing 737 from Classic, NG to the MAX. In addition, I have also worked in various training organizations, playing key roles there.