Valentijn Nagtegaal
About Valentijn Nagtegaal
Valentijn Nagtegaal is a Captain A320 with extensive aviation experience, currently working at AirAsia since 2016. He has held various positions in the aviation industry, including roles at Malaysia Airlines and MASwings Sdn Bhd, and has completed multiple training programs in aviation.
Current Role at AirAsia
Valentijn Nagtegaal serves as a Captain A320 at AirAsia, a position he has held since 2016. He operates from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. His extensive experience in aviation contributes to his responsibilities in ensuring flight safety and efficiency.
Previous Experience in Aviation
Nagtegaal has a diverse background in aviation, having worked in various capacities. He was a Corporate Safety Manager at MASwings Sdn Bhd for seven months in 2015-2016. Prior to that, he served as a Captain DHC6 at Malaysia Airlines from 1997 to 2006 and as a Cargo Pilot at Ameriflight for one year from 1995 to 1996. He also held the position of Fleet Manager in Miri at Malaysia Airlines from 1998 to 2006 and was a Captain ATR72-500 at MASwings Sdn Bhd from 2007 to 2016.
Educational Background in Aviation
Nagtegaal's educational journey in aviation includes training at several institutions. He studied at Martinair Lelystad for 11 months in 1995 and completed a year at Dawn Aeronautics from 1990 to 1991. He also attended the ATR Training Center (ATC) in 2008 for 11 months, enhancing his skills in operating ATR aircraft.
Early Education
Before pursuing a career in aviation, Nagtegaal attended Rijnlands Lyceum Oegstgeest and Bouwlust, both from 1988 to 1990. These foundational years contributed to his overall education prior to his specialized training in aviation.