Owen Sherry
Hockley,Essex
Summary
A dedicated and hardworking individual with a passion for aviation and a goal of becoming a commercial pilot. Demonstrates strong academic commitment, aiming for top GCSE grades to pursue this dream. Experienced in teamwork and leadership through active participation in scouting and as the goalkeeper for a local football team. Successfully completed work experience at an MRO facility, gaining valuable skills in aircraft equipment testing, repair, and overhaul. Offered an apprenticeship opportunity post-GCSE completion, showcasing reliability and competence in the field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Trainee light aircraft pilot
Academy Aviation
North Weald, Essex
06.2024 - Current
- Executed thorough engine and aircraft assessments before departure, elevating overall flight safety.
- Supervised cockpit operations, assuring efficient flight management.
- Showcased professional flying abilities while guided by qualified instructor to obtain private pilot licence upon reaching 16 years of age.
Student
Greensward Academy
Hockley, Essex
09.2020 - Current
- Engaged in charity fun run, exemplifying physical endurance and commitment.
- Showcased leadership capabilities resulting in Level 1 distinction in sports.
- Enhanced teamwork proficiency by contributing to various group project activities
Education
GCSEs -
Greensward Academy
Hockley, EssexSkills
- I am a hard working young man, who is passionate about flying and becoming a commercial pilot eventually I am working hard to gain the best possible grades in my GCSE's so that I can follow my dream
- In my younger years I was an active member of the scouting community and attended from the age of six until the age of 14years during this time I attended many residential camps, taking part in lots of different activities which included camping, making camp fires and I also was lucky enough to take part in a shooting competition for the Scouts where I came 2nd I am used to hard work and am not afraid to try something new and will attempt most things to the best of my ability
- I was an active part of my local football team being the No1 as the Goalkeeper for many years, I found this experience extremely helpful as it taught me to be part of a team and to look out for my fellow teammates
- I was fortunate enough to source my own work experience placement in 2025 at a local MRO facility in Rayleigh, Essex during this time I learnt each of the skills needed for each of the different components of the test, repair and overhaul services across a diverse range of aircraft equipment I was offered the chance to join their apprenticeship programme once I have completed my GCSE's
Languages
Spanish
Advanced
Accomplishments
I was awarded a Year 10 achievement award in Spanish and Cambridge National Sports. These achievements were selected by the teachers in the specific subjects of which I was selected over the rest of my peers in Year 10.
Affiliations
My hobbies include Fishing in which has helped me gain patience, Football and working towards obtaining my Private Pilot's Licence which is ongoing.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Trainee light aircraft pilot
Academy Aviation
06.2024 - Current
Student
Greensward Academy
09.2020 - Current
GCSEs -
Greensward Academy
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