Nikhil Nayyar

CEO

Delhi, India18 yrs 3 mos experience

Most Likely To SwitchHighly Stable

Key Highlights

Experienced in managing complex flight operations.
Strong leadership in high-pressure environments.
Commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Stackforce AI infers this person is an experienced aviation professional with expertise in flight operations and crew management.

Contact

Skills

Core Skills

Flight OperationsCrew Leadership

Other Skills

Flight SafetyManagementTeam ManagementBusiness DevelopmentCustomer ServicePublic RelationsMicrosoft OfficeEmployee TrainingNew Business DevelopmentSales Management

About

Experienced airline pilot and Commander with Air India, currently operating the Airbus A320 fleet. Responsible for the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of commercial flights while leading cockpit and cabin teams in dynamic, time-critical environments. Skilled in flight operations, crew resource management, decision-making under pressure, operational leadership, and maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Experienced in handling diverse operational conditions, complex airspace, and customer-focused airline service delivery. Committed to continuous learning, teamwork, and operational excellence, with a strong focus on safety culture, discipline, and delivering reliable passenger experiences. Passionate about aviation, leadership, and contributing to the growth of modern airline operations.

Experience

18 yrs 3 mos

Total Experience

6 yrs 4 mos

Average Tenure

11 yrs 5 mos

Current Experience

Air india limited

3 roles

Commander

Promoted

Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 5 mos

A Commander of an Airbus A320 in Air India is the Captain and Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of the aircraft, responsible for the safe, legal, and efficient operation of the flight from departure to arrival.
Key Role Description
1. Overall Command Responsibility
Has final authority over the aircraft, crew, passengers, and flight decisions.
Ensures the flight complies with aviation regulations, airline SOPs, and safety standards.
Makes operational decisions during delays, diversions, weather issues, emergencies, or technical faults.
2. Flight Operations
Conducts pre-flight planning:
Weather review
Fuel requirements
Route analysis
Aircraft performance calculations
Leads cockpit briefings with the First Officer.
Operates the aircraft during takeoff, cruise, approach, and landing (or supervises when First Officer is flying).
3. Crew Leadership
Leads the cockpit crew and coordinates with cabin crew.
Maintains discipline, teamwork, and communication.
Handles passenger-related escalations when required.
4. Safety & Emergency Management
Takes charge during abnormal or emergency situations such as:
Engine failure
Medical emergencies
Severe turbulence
Fire/smoke warnings
Diversions
Applies training, checklist procedures, and calm decision-making under pressure.
5. Administrative Duties
Reviews technical logbook and aircraft status.
Reports delays, incidents, defects, or irregularities.
Completes required documentation after flight.
6. Professional Standards
Must maintain high standards of:
CRM (Crew Resource Management)
Leadership
Communication
Situational awareness
Discipline and professionalism

Flight SafetyManagementFlight OperationsCrew Leadership

First Officer

Promoted

Jan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 5 mos

Flight SafetyManagementFlight Operations

Cabin crew incharge

Jan 2014 – Jan 2017 · 3 yrs · New Delhi Area, India

Air india

Sr CABIN CREW

Jan 2004 – Jan 2010 · 6 yrs · New Delhi Area, India

Management of cabin crew on board, personal interaction with First/Business Class & other VIP passengers on board seeking Customer Delight.
Execution of in-flight safety norms in line with prevailing norms of DGCA and International best practices.
An exhaustive experience of International operations across United States, Europe, Southeast Asia and Gulf countries and an acquaintance with their cultures.
Exposure to managing large workloads whilst meeting strict deadlines and meeting short TATs across various Customer Facing Roles within the Cabin Crew division.
To ensure that the monthly targets for new enrollments under the “Air India Frequent Flier Program” are met.
Reviewing and Guiding DGCA certified crew member with proficiency in carrying out safety
Taking on specific office or ground duties assigned by the Cabin Staff Management
Expertise in offering immediate and temporary care to a customer in case of an accident or sudden illness until professional care can be obtained
Holding regular forums with Cabin Supervisors and senior crew in order to improve working relationships and gather feedback for improvement of cabin service techniques

Ibm global process services

PROCESS TRAINER

Mar 2003 – Nov 2004 · 1 yr 8 mos

Mentoring & training floor support advisors also addressing their concerns related to performance, attendance, leaves & rosters
Reviewing performances & giving feedback on performance while highlighting focus areas to a team of 50 advisors.
Provided regular coaching, mentoring, floor support & feedback
Providing feedback in order to bring them up to the required levels of performance
Audits on support rendered by advisors thru reviewing recorded calls or joining as a silent member on call
Providing exposure thru Joint Calls with clients involving the advisors pertaining to technical services required by clients.