AVIATION
Deepu Raj Jwarchan certified as the first Check Pilot of Airbus A320 in Nepal
Jwarchan becomes the first Nepali pilot to hold the license of an Airbus Check Pilot. Prior to this, foreign pilots had been responsible for conducting exams for pilots in Nepal, especially for Airbus.
The General Manager of national flag carrier Nepal Airlines and Type Rating Instructor (TRI) of Airbus A320 Senior TRI Captain Deep Raj Jwarchan becomes the first pilot of Nepal to acquire a Designated Check Pilot (DCP) certification for Airbus A320 aircraft.
Nepal Airlines Corporation’s pilot Deepu Jwarchan obtained the license of the Airbus A320 Designated Check Pilot. The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal granted Jwarchan the Inspector Pilot’s license on Tuesday. With this, Jwarchan becomes the first Nepali pilot to hold the license of an Airbus Check Pilot. Prior to this, foreign pilots had been responsible for conducting exams for pilots in Nepal, especially for Airbus.
According to information officer of the authority, Jwarchan can now provide training and conduct exams for pilots and co-pilots for Airbus A320 aircraft. Himalaya Airlines and Nepal Airlines are presently the operators of Airbus A320 in Nepal presently.
“The latest audit suggested that a DCP (Designated Check Pilot) should be appointed in Nepal,” said information officer. He added, “In line with that recommendation, the authority has now granted the position of a Check Pilot to Jwarchan.”
Currently, Jwarchan holds the position of Senior Type Rating Instructor (TRI) Pilot in the corporation. Since 2007, Jwarchan has been flying aircraft for Nepal Airlines. After being a DCP he now has the important role in overseeing and maintaining the proficiency of pilots operating Airbus A320 aircraft within the Nepal Airlines Corporation.
A Designated Check Pilot (DCP) is a highly trained and experienced pilot designated by aviation authorities to conduct specialized evaluations and checks within an airline or aviation organization. The role of a DCP is critical in ensuring that pilots maintain and continuously enhance their proficiency and adherence to safety standards.
DCPs are responsible for administering check rides, which are thorough examinations of a pilot’s skills and knowledge. These evaluations typically include both simulator and actual flight assessments to ensure that pilots can handle various scenarios and emergency situations.