Our Experts
At the heart of our vision and mission statements is our specialized team of personnel who bring with them a wealth of experience from across the aviation industry — from aircraft sales and leasing to parts sourcing, fleet management and functional and organizational consultancy from the ground up.
OUR CORE
TEAM
Capt Fahad Hassan
Chief Operating Officer MEADOWS Aviation
A qualified Airbus A320 pilot with extensive experience across CAA and FAA regulatory environments, Capt Hassan has held leadership positions in both civil and defense aviation sectors. His background includes roles as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Royal Saudi Air Force and Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation, Director of multiple flight academies, and Project Leader for the Shaheen Foundation’s Air Mobility initiative, where he developed the pioneering National Air Mobility Plan and ICAO-approved Aviation English Program for Pakistan.
An innovator and thought leader, Capt Hassan has authored operational frameworks such as the Time-Cost Efficiency (TCE) Equation and MAID (Monitoring, Intervention, Development & Training)—concepts now influencing efficiency models in aviation and transport organizations.
At MEADOWS Aviation, he oversees strategic operations, training programs, and resource optimization, ensuring seamless coordination across regional divisions and maintaining the company’s reputation for precision, performance, and innovation. His operational insight and analytical approach continue to strengthen MEADOWS’ position as a trusted aviation partner across the Middle East and South Asia.
Capt Abid Hassan
Head of Operations MEADOWS Aviation
A seasoned airline captain, instructor pilot, and aviation executive, Capt Hassan brings more than 10,000 flight hours on both wide-body and narrow-body aircraft, including the Airbus A330 and A320, combined with a proven record in operational leadership and organizational development.
Before joining MEADOWS Aviation, he held senior flight operations and training leadership roles at several global airlines, including Turkish Airlines, Airblue, and Shaheen Air, and played a key role in the creation and launch of AirSial, where he served as Chief Pilot Flight Operations. His contribution to developing one of Pakistan’s most successful private airline startups during a challenging post-pandemic period remains a hallmark of his career—demonstrating his ability to transform vision into sustainable operational reality.
Capt Hassan holds a Master’s degree in Aviation Management from the Airbus-Turkish Aviation Academy, along with a Bachelor’s in Aeronautical Engineering. He is also a licensed Type Rating Instructor (TRI), IATA-certified CRM Instructor, and Flight Safety & Quality Auditor, reflecting his deep technical insight and commitment to operational excellence.
At MEADOWS Aviation, Capt Hassan oversees all aspects of flight operations, training, safety, compliance, and technical coordination, driving the company’s mission to deliver world-class aviation solutions across Turkey, the Middle East, and South Asia. His leadership combines operational discipline with innovation—ensuring that MEADOWS remains at the forefront of modern, reliable, and customer-focused aviation services.