Sven Schneele

Operation of Gulfstream G550, G450 and GV aircraft as freelance Captain on worldwide charter and private missions, ensuring safe, efficient and regulatory-compliant operations. Execution of full PIC responsibilities, including detailed flight planning, fuel and route optimisation, weather and risk assessment, and strict adherence to EASA, FAA and ICAO regulations. Management of complex international operations in both high-density traffic environments and remote or challenging airspace, maintaining the highest safety and operational standards. Coordination with flight crew, operators, maintenance providers and ground handlers to support seamless, efficient and punctual departures, turnarounds and arrivals. Delivery of a highly professional, discreet and service-focused flight deck environment, fully aligned with UHNW and corporate client expectations for privacy, safety and comfort. Ongoing maintenance of currency, recency and operational readiness on type through continuous flying, simulator checks and recurrent training.

Operated as Captain on Challenger 604/605 and Learjet 60/XR aircraft under FAI Aviation Group, ensuring strict compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards. Conducted comprehensive pre-flight planning, including route optimisation and risk assessment, to support efficient and reliable on-time operations. Coordinated closely with crew and ground teams to deliver smooth operations and a high standard of passenger comfort across international routes.

Operated as Captain on Phenom 300 and Cessna CJ1, CJ2, and CJ3 aircraft, ensuring safety, precision, and efficiency across diverse global routes while adhering to international aviation regulations. Collaborated with crew and ground staff to deliver seamless operations and premium client experiences, maintaining a flawless flight record through strict adherence to safety protocols and ongoing professional development.

Managed and coordinated flight operations for Citation 525 and Beechcraft King Air 200 aircraft, ensuring strict compliance with aviation regulations while optimising operational efficiency and resource utilisation. Spearheaded crew scheduling, route planning, and training initiatives, enhancing team performance, operational safety, and interdepartmental collaboration between maintenance teams, airport authorities, and customer services.

Supported the preparation and execution of corporate flights alongside the pilot in command, ensuring safe and efficient operations while adhering to high safety standards. Coordinated detailed flight planning to guarantee seamless business travel experiences. Monitored and ensured compliance with the aircraft maintenance schedule, maintaining operational readiness and regulatory standards. Achieved 139 flight hours accident- and incident-free on the Citation Jet (CJ2) across over 110 national and international flights, showcasing precision, reliability, and dedication to service excellence.

Piloted the BE20 for corporate flights, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while implementing optimised routing strategies that reduced flight times on routes. Supervised and coordinated aircraft maintenance schedules to uphold operational readiness and compliance, while managing 250 company IT workstations to ensure seamless functionality and swift resolution of technical issues.

Directed the planning and execution of annual events, ensuring seamless organisation and fostering strong partnerships with other skydive drop zones to optimise operational efficiency. Scheduled, coordinated, and supervised the activities of 3 pilots, achieving over 580 skydiving operations and accumulating 374 flight hours on Cessna aircraft (C 206 / C 180) with an impeccable safety record during the German Parachuting Championships.

Supervised/instructed an army communications and military police unit, overseeing the technical training of 25 troopers in basic/advanced procedures ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Directed material logistical units handling dangerous goods, managing assets worth €1.5 million during two international military missions; coordinated daily operations in high-threat environments abroad, leading a team of 8 personnel & earning commendation for exceptional leadership & performance.