James Benson

Professional Pilot

Handcross, England, United Kingdom

About

As an organised and highly creative individual, I love the challenges of working within a dynamic and fast paced working environment. The knowledge and experience gained from my professional and private flying has shaped my ability to adapt quickly, think creatively and work efficiently as part of an effective team or crew.

Experience

  • BA Euroflyer (Gatwick, England, United Kingdom · On-site)
    • Captain
      Mar 2025 - Present · 1 yr 4 mos

    • First Officer
      Oct 2023 - Mar 2025 · 1 yr 6 mos

  • AOC Formation Pilot at WARBIRD EXPERIENCES LIMITED
    Apr 2022 - Present · 4 yrs 3 mos

    Pilot leading formation using GA-8 AirVan and Piper Saratoga with Spitfire’s and Mustangs + other Warbirds for scenic and photographic flight.

  • Flight Instructor at SportAir
    Jun 2021 - Apr 2022 · 11 mos

    Goodwood – Instructor for ab-into & recurrent training. Development and deployment of companywide IT system for ops delivery, SMS, CMS and financial processes.

  • Flight Instructor at Sussex Flying Club Limited
    Jun 2020 - Mar 2021 · 10 mos

    Instructor on fleet of Cessna and Piper SEP for recurrent and air experience.

  • Captain at Norwegian
    Sep 2018 - Jul 2020 · 1 yr 11 mos