Friðrik Pálsson
REYKJAVÍK,Iceland
Summary
EASA ATPL (frozen) holder currently employed in Daily Crew Operations at Icelandair, maintaining regulatory-compliant crew schedules and training new staff. Active Flight Instructor with strong focus on SOP adherence, safety culture, and structured decision-making.
Experience in demanding operational environments, including time at sea on Icelandic fishing vessels, has strengthened my discipline, resilience, and teamwork skills — qualities I bring to every flight deck. Calm, reliable, and operationally aware, I am seeking a First Officer position within a safety-driven, SOP-focused airline.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
26
26
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Daily Crew Operation at OCC
Icelandair Airlines
Reykjavík, Iceland
2023.04 - Current
- Maintain crew rosters in compliance with EASA FTL regulations
- Resolve operational disruptions and ensure staffing continuity
- Coordinate training planning and crew availability
- Generate operational reports supporting efficiency and compliance
- Train and mentor new crewing staff in systems, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Support safe, structured, and efficient airline operations
Flight instructor
Flugmennt
Reykjavík, Iceland
2022.06 - Current
- Conduct ground and flight instruction for PPL and CPL students
- Deliver structured, safety-focused training in accordance with EASA regulations and school SOPs
- Supervise, assess, and document student performance and progression
- Promote disciplined decision-making, situational awareness, and strong airmanship
- Reinforce CRM principles and professional cockpit behavior
- Prepare students for skill tests and practical examinations
Industrial Refrigeration Technician
Kælitækni
Reykjavík, iceland
2022.01 - 2023.01
- nstalled and maintained industrial refrigeration systems in compliance with safety regulations
- Constructed and installed piping systems for cooling units
- Performed welding and technical assembly with attention to detail
- Applied operational discipline, problem-solving, and safety awareness in all tasks
Education
Associate Degree - Sociology
Keilir Aviation Academy
Iceland 2006.09 - 2010.12
EASA ATPL FROZEN - Commercial Pilot License
Keilir Aviation Academy
Iceland 2017.12 - 2019.06
FI license - Flight Instrctor
Icelandic Aviation Adademy
Iceland 2021.09 - 2022.01
MCC -
Icelandic Aviation Academy
Iceland 2001.05 - 2021.01
JOC -
Icelandic Aviation Academy
IcelandUPRT - Advanced UPRT license
Lenair
DenmarkSkills
- safety-focused & SOP adherence
- Crew Resource Management (CRM)
- Leadership & staff training
- Team Player & teamwork
- Operational awareness & planning
- Time management & punctuality
- Decision-making under pressure
- Problem-solving & adaptability
Certification
Total Flight Hours = 400
Total PIC Hours = 255
Total Flight Instructor Hours = 65
Total Flight Hours IR = 80
Total Multi Engine = 25
EASA ATPL (Frozen)
Medical Class 1
Certificate of Completion of JOC Training
Certificate of Completion of MCC Training
Theoretical Aerobatic course Advanced UPRT Training course
Flight Instructor License
English – Part-FCL Level 6 (Operational Proficiency)
Languages
English
Fluent
Icelandic
Native
Affiliations
- Flying and aviation-related activities
- Exploring new places and cultures
- Outdoor sports and exercise
- Traveling and meeting new people
Timeline
Daily Crew Operation at OCC
Icelandair Airlines
2023.04 - Current
Flight instructor
Flugmennt
2022.06 - Current
Industrial Refrigeration Technician
Kælitækni
2022.01 - 2023.01
FI license - Flight Instrctor
Icelandic Aviation Adademy
2021.09 - 2022.01
EASA ATPL FROZEN - Commercial Pilot License
Keilir Aviation Academy
2017.12 - 2019.06
Associate Degree - Sociology
Keilir Aviation Academy
2006.09 - 2010.12
MCC -
Icelandic Aviation Academy
2001.05 - 2021.01
JOC -
Icelandic Aviation Academy
UPRT - Advanced UPRT license
Lenair