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AMJAD NOOR BHATTI
Captain(Retd) Pakistan Navy (PN)
Cell: +923345499729
amjadnoorbhatti@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A gifted leader with diverse expertise in leading and inspiring large teams to tactically proficient
outcomes in dynamic and challenging security environments in air, at sea and on land. Drive and manage
change through creativity, judgment, ethics, considered initiative and capacity-building of team members.
Apply his superb credential analytically to a given challenge, converting it into an opportunity.
Communicate effectively, seek self-improvement, act as a role model and place teams before self. Practise
empowerment and delegation for value-based transformational leadership. Remain committed to plans
with flexible mindset after brainstorming possible pitfalls to translate vision into results. Strive for
community-building through citizenship behaviors and strong shared identity. Above all, challenge status-
quo, cherishes learning & accountability cultures and seek as well as accept responsibility.
Major Strengths
• Ability in leading teams to targeted outcomes in host of complex tasks including kinetic air operations
• Strong background in managing aviation operations, flight safety, facilities, projects, audits & training
• Faculty of quick uptake without losing focus on bigger picture due extensive international exposure
• Capability to offset resource constraints through unconventional thinking and innovation
SKILLS SUMMARY
Leadership & Teamwork
Commanded and lead multiple units & projects teams, both in-country and abroad. Salient undertakings:
• Lead the teams undertaking periodic Audits & Evaluations in safety, security, counterterrorism & CCTV
and training of over 100 organizations in 4-years at a senior training tier in ISO 9001-2008 certified setup
• Headed setup responsible for operational aviation training and workups of 2000 (avg) personnel per year
• Field-managed Aviation Base Project at vulnerable Turbat (Balochistan) safely, on time and in budgets
• As Head of Pakistan's P-3 Project Mission in USA (SC) – Looked after modification of P-3Cs aircraft
and training of PN crew; a core capability for the Nation/ Navy: via liaison with NHQ, US NAVAIR,
M/s Lockheed Martin and host of other Western firms. Also responsible for Mission's security and budget
• Managed operational, administrative, training, evaluation, flight safety and general safety & security
aspects of squadrons/ units under Flotilla Commanders and Commanders Coast
• As Director Electronic Warfare (DEW) at Naval Headquarter – Organized all EW Operations, induction
of new systems and devised apt learning solutions. Prepare threat assessment briefs for Naval Chief
• Spearheaded the team of professionals mandated to “Train the Trainers” astride the whole Navy
• Commanded unit having over 500 personnel undertaking whole gambit of maritime air operations
• Mentored officers from Army, Navy, Air Force and brotherly nations for senior leadership positions
Aviation Management (Operations, Flight Safety, Projects, Facilities, Training & Audit)
Operations
• Planned, executed, monitored and analyzed flying/ maritime air operations at various supervisory tiers
• Specialized in Mission Commander/ Tactical Coordinator (TACCO) duties aboard all Maritime Patrol
Aircraft (MPA) of Navy ie P-3C, Atlantique, Fokkers, ATR & HBC
• Regularly participated in a large number of multinational operations/ exercises with partner countries
(US, UK, Russia, China, Turkey, Malaysia & all Gulf States) at home & abroad
• Won Efficiency award as Commanding Officer for completing all tasks in a professional manner

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Flight Safety
• As a Qualified Flight Safety Officer from Institute of Air Safety with Post-Graduation in Aviation
Safety, administered Safety Management Programme as Operations Officer/ Squadron Commander
• Availed cross-over training with RN FOST (UK) twice on Shipboard/ OPLAT aspects of flight safety
and compiled a 'Handbook for Recovery of PN Helicopters'.
• Investigated aircraft accidents, air misses and flight/ ground safety violations to avoid reoccurrences
• Maintained updated Air Publications, Electronic Data Charts, Aeronautical Information Circulars;
Aircraft Route Manuals, Aeronautical Information Publications and Notices to Airmen for ready use
• Efficiently managed capability-based strategic projects inland and abroad: Modernization project of
Pakistan Navy's P3-C aircraft in USA (SC) and development of an Aviation Base at Turbat (Balochistan)
Aviation Facilities
• Responsible for upkeep & operations of aviation facilities as Aviation Base Operations Officer
• Developed all aviation facilities at Navy’s premier Operating Base at Turbat despite fragile security
Aviation Training (Ground & Flying)
• Three decades expertise in conducting training activities, appraisals of trainees and team-development
• Trained numerous crew in aviation operations: ground, in air and at sea throughout stay in Air Arm
• Two tours of duties as Captain Training at HQ Flag Officer Sea Training (FOST) to impart Operational
Training via periodic audits of Aviation Facilities, Procedures & Proficiency of personnel at PN airports
and Flight Deck Teams onboard PN Ships to improve Readiness and Flight Safety.
• Improved existing Doctrines/ SOPs of Units through repeated Audits, Workups and Drills
• Devised Learning Solutions on new Systems (aircraft, weapons &sensors) after 'Training Need Analyses
• Conducted milestone courses for officers selected for Command/ Flight Cdr duties in aviation squadrons
• Served as Instructor at Flying Squadrons and Naval Aviation Training School (NATS)
• Directing Staff (Aviation) at prestigious PN War College to mentor officers (Major/Lt Col & equivalent)
from PN, Sister Services and Friendly Navies for higher leadership positions
EDUCATION
Masters of Science – War Studies
Armed Forces War College, National Defense University Islamabad:2006-07
(Focused on Global, Regional and Internal Security, Threat Perception, Strategic Thought Process, Staff
Methodology, Defence Policy Formulation, Strategic Management & Leadership, Military & Nuclear
Strategy, Logistics, Operational Strategy, Diplomacy and Media)
Staff and Warfare Course – Republic of South Africa
South African Naval Staff College Muizenberg, Cape Town, South Africa: 2000-01
(Strategy, Planning Processes, Risk Costing, Persuasive Writing, Integrated Logistics, Disaster Relief
Management, International Relations, Laws of War & International Humanitarian Law)
Post-Graduate Certificate – Aviation Safety
Karachi University: 2000
(Safety Programme Management, Aircraft Accident Investigation, Mathematics, Physics, Aerodynamics,
Aviation Physiology, Aviation Psychology & Communication Skills)
Bachelor of Science (Honors) – War Studies (Maritime)
Punjab University/ Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore: 1998-99
(Appreciation, Maritime Strategy, Technology, Leadership, Decision-making, & International Law )
Bachelor of Arts – Law
S M Law College, Karachi : 2014-in progress
Bachelors of Science (Honors), Naval Sciences (Gold Medalist)
Karachi University/ Pakistan Naval Academy & Pakistan Navy Engineering College: 1983-1987

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(A mosaic of Leadership and Management studies spread over 31 Disciplines/ Educational Areas
affording sufficient exposure to hard core technical subjects)
AVIATION/ WARFARE
Tactical Coordinator (TACCO) Course on Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA)
Naval Aviation Training School (NATS): Oct 1997-Feb 1998
(Subject Matter Expert in Operations by an MPA ie Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance [ISR],
Patrol, Anti Submarine/ Surface Vessel Warfare (ASW/ASV), Search & Rescue, Evacuations, Anti-
Piracy/ Narcotics, Support to land/ air forces, passenger/ cargo ferry. Also Authorized Mission
Commander on all MPAs)
Qualified TACCO Instructor (QTI)
Naval Aviation Training School(NATS): 2006
Long “Torpedo Anti Submarine (TAS)” Course (TAS Trophy Winner)
Pakistan Navy Under Water Weapons School: Sep 1994-May 1995
(SME in Oceanography & Exploitation of Under Water (UW) Acoustics, Anti Submarine Warfare, UW
Operations, UW Weapons & Shocks/ Blasts, Mine Warfare & Hague Convention , SONAR/ Sonobuoys,
UUVs (Unmanned Underwater Vehicles), UW Safety, Weapons & Ammunition Handling
Air Navigation Course (ANC)
Naval Aviation Training School (NATS): Jul 1989-Feb 1991
(Expert in art & science of Air Navigation acquired through 80-weeks of flying/ ground training in
Principles of Flight, Aero Engines, Aviation Meteorology, Map Reading, Radio & Radar, Navigation
Aids, Satellite Navigation, Instruments, ATC, ICAO Regulations & Airmanship)
ADDITIONAL COURSES/ TRAINING FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Leadership & Teamwork
Commanding Officer Course – Flag Officer Sea Training: Oct-Nov 2002
Executive Officer Course – Commander Naval Aviation, Naval Air Arm: Sep-Oct 1999
Human Resource Management Course – Human Resource Development Centre: May 1996
Safety & Security
'Mutual Conduct of Operational Sea Training' on Safety, Security, Seamanship, First Aid, Fire Fighting
and Aviation Safeties – PN FOST & RN FOST (UK): May-Jun 2014
Flight Safety Program Management – Squadron/ Naval Aviation Safety Program: 2004-05
Sea Survival Course – 111 ASW/ ASV Squadron, Naval Air Arm: Aug 1993
Damage Control, Fire Fighting and 1st Aid Training – NBCD School, Karachi: 1987
Communication Skills & Staff Duty
'Service Writing, Public Speaking, Staff Skills, Current Affairs, HR Management, Military Leadership,
Security Management & Workplace Safety' – Pakistan Navy School of Management: Dec 198-Feb 1988
Training & Research
 Bridge Watch-Keeping Competency - PN Destroyer ALAMGIR: May 1989
 Geographical Navigator Conversion on MPA- 29 ASW Squadron, Naval Air Arm: Feb 1991
 Aircraft Simulator Training- French Navy at Nimes Geron-France: Apr 1992
 Ocean Master Demonstrator Radar Course - M/s THOMSON-CSF: Apr 1994
 ELINT(Electronic Intelligence) System - M/s ELECTRONICA S.p.A: Jun 1994
 Tactical Navigator Conversion on MPA- 29 ASW Squadron, Naval Air Arm: Sep 1994
 Action Speed Tactical Trainer (ASTT) Controller Course- PN Tactical School: May 1997
 Flight Safety Officers (FSO) Course: Institute of Air Safety, Pakistan Air Force: 2000
 Participation in Peter Mitchel Essay Competition, Australia: 2003
EXPERIENCE/ IMPORTANT APPOINTMENTS HELD
• Captain Training (Operations)/ Head of Aviation Wing at HQ Flag Officer Sea Training (FOST)

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• Field Project Officer/ Dy Manager (Operations)-Naval Air Base TURBAT/ PNS SIDDIQ
• Head 4th PN P-3C Project Mission in USA- South Carolina
• Director Electronic Warfare at Naval Headquarters
• Senior Staff Officer (Operations) to Commander Coast
• Commanding Officer – MPA Squadron
• Directing Staff – PN War College Lahore
• Executive Officer/ Security Officer (2nd in Command)/ Senior Navigator – MPA Squadron
• Base Operations Officer, Naval Aviation Base MEHRAN
• Staff Officer (Operations) to Commander 18th Destroyers Squadron
• Departmental Officer/ TAS Officer/ Training Officer – PN Destroyer
• Air Navigator/TACCO – MPA Squadrons
• Watch Keeping Officer – PN Destroyer
HONOURS/ AWARDS
• Chairman Joint Chief of Staff Committee Gold Medal as 'Best All Round Cadet' at Pakistan Naval
Academy: Jun 1985
• First in Fleet Board Exam onboard ex PNS BABUR, Flag Ship of the Pakistan Fleet : Dec 1985
• Sword of Honour on Commissioning as Best All Round Officer: Jun 1986
• First in B Sc(Hons) in Karachi University: 1987
• Honorary Membership by US Naval Institute on Outstanding Scholastic Achievements: Mar 1990
• First in Long TAS Course attended by 18 Officers from 6 Navies: 1994/95
• First Pak Armed Forces Officer selected for a Learning Course in post-apartheid South Africa: 2000
• Merit Certificate as Directing Staff by Commandant PN War College Lahore: 2002-04
• Efficiency Award as Commanding Officer 29 ASW Squadron: 2005
• Rare Distinction of qualifying Armed Forces War Course in Commander Rank (normally awarded to
Commodores & Captains) : 2006/07
• Letter of Appreciation as Capt Training (Aviation)/ Head of Aviation Wing: 2008-10 & 2013-15
• Won Countless Prizes in Debates, Quizzes & Poetry Slams to-date while representing my schools,
College, Academy & Service; including All Pakistan Inter-Board Declamation -1979 at BISE Lahore
INTERNATIONAL LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT EXPOSURE
 Besides formal training in South Africa & France and Mission Head duties in USA, extensively
exposed to world during multi-national exercises as ship/ air crew, goodwill cruises, study tours with
PNWC/ NDU and maritime/ aerospace exhibitions. Always acted as a True Ambassador of country
 Headed delegations/ procurement teams and represented my Service/ Nation as a Guest Speaker at
international defence conferences, seminars, reviews and foreign military set-ups
 Worked in multinational/ multicultural environment & visited over 20 countries across 6 Continents
 Active proponent of sharing ideas and opinions; maintain around 1000 contacts in the region/ around
the globe ranging from thinkers, policy/opinion makers & practitioners
LIFE MOTTOS
 Learning Never Ends
 The Only Permanent in Life is Change; Strive for it
 Resources are Limited; Creativity is Unlimited
Personal Information
 DOB: 9 Feb 1965
 CNIC: 4220106275895
 Joined Pakistan Navy: 26 Dec 1983
 Retired as Captain: 10 Jan 2015
 Address: D-2, NORE-IV KARSAZ, Habib Rahmatoola Road KARACHI