Danny Wilhelmus Franciscus Van Valen
Angera
Summary
Dynamic aviation professional with extensive experience as a Captain at Easyjet Airline Co. and a strong foundation in teamwork and customer service. Proven problem-solver with a positive attitude, adept at fostering collaboration and enhancing passenger experiences. Skilled in navigating complex situations, ensuring safety and satisfaction in every flight.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Aviation
Easyjet Airline Co.
01.2007 - Current
First Officer untill March 2014 when I became Captain within the company
First Officer ATR 42/ 72
Aer Arann
03.2005 - 01.2007
First Officer. Because I reached the minimum of 1500 hours to become Captain which I was asked. At that time Easyjet called as well and I decided to go there instead of becoming captain on the ATR.
First Officer
Rossair Europe
05.2004 - 11.2004
First job in Aviation. Got my ATR type rating but unfortunately the financial situation was so bad, they discontinued their operation a few months later.
Financial Employer
Verano Sunshades
03.2003 - 02.2004
I finished flightschool in December 2011 where there were no jobs in Aviation due obvious reasons. Luckily I had a Diploma Business Economics which got me a decent job while waiting for a job in Aviation
Education
Frozen ATPL With MCC - Aviation
Stella Aviation/ KLM Flightacademy
Teuge, The Netherlands12-2001
Bachelor's Degree - Business Economics
Fontys Hogeschool
Eindhoven07-1999
Diploma - Business Administration
Economisch Lyceum
Eindhoven, The Netherlands06-1994
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude This gets things done much easier and cooperation is much more likely
- Teamwork and collaboration I've played Ice-hockey since I was 6 years old for about 27 years up untill the highest level in The Netherlands While it is the fastest team sport in the world, I understand how to be part of a team
- Customer service During the period of being a captain for Easyjet, I learned a lot about the importance of customer service and the importance of it
- Problem-solving I enjoy problem solving and this varies form repairing things in my house or on my bike as well as in the cockpit
Hobbys
Motorbiking
Mountainbiking
Every type of sports like Tennis, Paddel, Squash.
Languages
Dutch
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Intermediate (B1)
Italian
Elementary (A2)
Additional Information
I have been with my wife for 31 years and we have 2 daughters of 13 and 17 who all live with me in Italy.
Timeline
Aviation
Easyjet Airline Co.
01.2007 - Current
First Officer ATR 42/ 72
Aer Arann
03.2005 - 01.2007
First Officer
Rossair Europe
05.2004 - 11.2004
Financial Employer
Verano Sunshades
03.2003 - 02.2004
Frozen ATPL With MCC - Aviation
Stella Aviation/ KLM Flightacademy
Bachelor's Degree - Business Economics
Fontys Hogeschool
Diploma - Business Administration
Economisch Lyceum
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