Tyrone Simes

Tyrone Simes has an extensive aviation career, currently serving as Chief Pilot and Head of Flying Operations at Jetstar Airways since 2019. In this role, Tyrone leads and manages the pilot workforce in Australia, focusing on Employee and Industrial Relations. Prior to this, Tyrone held significant positions at Network Aviation where responsibilities included Flight Training PM for the Airbus A320 introduction and overseeing check and training operations. Additional experience includes leadership roles at Airnorth, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, and multiple positions at Jetstar Airways since 2008, contributing to training, operations, and safety inspection. Early career highlights feature a tenure at Cathay Dragon as an Airbus Captain and Line Training Captain.