Team

Head of Training JETAV
TRI instructor (Type Rating Instructor) and TRE (Type Rating Examiner)

Geică Alexandru is Head of Training at JETAV Academy, responsible for supervising student training. He has over 10,000 hours of flight experience on BOEING 737 and Airbus 320, of which 2,000 hours as an Instructor. Since 2023 he has been commissioned on Airbus 320 and, starting in 2025, he also works as an instructor – TRI (Type Rating Instructor).

He is Accountable Manager of the Maintenance Organization for Aircraft Under 2700 kg (CAO), Accountable Manager CS-FSTD, Training Manager Clever Wings, General Manager AeroMed. He is responsible for the theoretical and practical training of students at the flight attendant courses and the Boeing 737, Airbus 320, SEP/ MEP-IR, ESET simulator center.

Airlines he worked for: Hello Jets, Fly Lili, Bees Airline.

Teaches: General theoretical knowledge about aviation.

CEO

Mr. Florea manages to create a team of people who are equally well trained and enthusiastic to pass on their knowledge to the students. Whether they are aspiring pilots or future flight attendants, they all enjoy quality training and the chance to meet the former flight commander in his role as Lecturer.

He teaches: Civil Aeronautical Legislation and Regulations

Cabin Crew Training Manager

Cristina Jurca is the new Cabin Crew Manager of Jetav Flight Academy, bringing extensive experience in aviation and cabin crew recruitment. She worked as a stewardess at Wizz Air and Emirates, where she developed the essential skills for a successful career in aviation.

At JETAV Academy, she coordinates and delivers specialized courses to prepare candidates for airline job interviews. Through her expertise, Cristina guides students in developing essential skills and understanding the specific requirements of the aviation industry, thus maximizing our students' chances of fulfilling their dream of becoming flight attendants and wearing the uniform of their desired airline.

Chief Flight Instructor and Commander of the JETAV Air Base from Strejnic.

Iulian works as Flight Instructor, Theoretical Chief Flight Instructor and Safety and Compliance Monitoring within ATO JETAV. With over 11 years of experience in Aviation Quality Management, Airworthiness Management, Part 145 Organizations, Aviation Audits, Flight planning, Flight Instructor, his skills make him a valuable asset to our academy. He has flown aircraft such as IS-28B2, Cessna 150, Cessna 152, Cessna 172, Cessna 172RG, Pa32, P2006T, P2008MKII, accumulating 3000 flight hours, of which 2000 as an instructor (FI). A commercial pilot license holder (CPL/ATPL frozen), he is dedicated to sharing his vast experience with students who are passionate about becoming commercial pilots.

Ground Instructor
English Language Communication Instructor

Cristina Cazan is a ground instructor at JETAV Flight Academy, specializing in teaching English to flight attendants. She began her career in her first year of college, graduating from the Academy of Economic Studies with a degree in Management and Business Administration.

She worked in the private aviation field, and at the age of 22 she already held the position of examiner instructor at Air Bucharest. Currently an instructor at FlyLili and within JETAV Flight Academy, Cristina uses her experience to train flight attendants in effective English communication, essential for the safety and comfort of passengers on board aircraft.

He began his career in aviation at the Bobocu Aviation School between 1972-1975, after which he participated in Sports Aviation at the Pitesti Aeroclub. Between 1976-1982, he was part of the national acrobatics team, winning national and Balkan titles and placing 3rd at the European Championship in Austria. With over 2,500 hours as an instructor and over 18,000 flight hours as a pilot, including at TAROM and other airlines between 1983 and 2018, his experience is outstanding. In 2019, at the age of 65, he returned to general aviation as an instructor at the JETAV academy where he is a Flight Instructor (FI), IR Instructor and B737 Simulator Instructor (SFI).

Since 2006, he has joined the General Aviation, accumulating 2400 hours as a SEP, MEP, IR, MCC, UPRT, NR, aerobatic instructor, as well as an instructor for instructors and for the ULM class. He works as a VFR (FI) and IFR (IRI) instructor pilot at the JETAV Flight Academy, SSAVC and the Aeroclub of Romania, becoming an examiner instructor (FIE) within the JETAV aviation school in 2020. He graduated with a Master in Aeronautical Management in 2011 and is a PhD student in Aerospace Sciences at the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering. He has flown aircraft such as Zlin 142, 526, 726, Zlin 50, Cessna 150, 172, 182, Tecnam, Piper, IAR 46, Airvan GA8, Boeing 737. Total flight experience is 5600 hours, of which 3000 on Boeing 737 .

Claudiu holds a professional pilot's license (CPL/ATPL frozen) and instructor qualifications (FI), accumulating approximately 2000 flight hours on the Cessna 172/152/150. He comes with an impressive experience of over 17 years in the IT field. As a young airline pilot, he is well aware of the weaknesses of aviation schools and aims to contribute to their improvement within the JETAV academy.

After a career of over 15 years in the IT field, aviation is the next elite technical field in which he is passionately dedicated, holding his commercial pilot license (CPL/ATPL frozen) and instructor rating (FI). In 2016, he started flying in General Aviation at the Romanian Aeroclub – Aerodrom Clinceni, taking ATPL, CPL specialization courses at the Civil Aviation Higher School, as well as

Multi Crew Cooperation and Flight Instructor at JetAv. He flew aircraft such as Zlin 142, Cessna 150, Cessna 172, Tecnam P2006T, Tecnam P2008MKII, Piper PA28, Cruz PS28.

He started flying at the age of 16 in the Territorial Aeroclub "Gheorghe Bănciulescu" from Ploiești, piloting both ultralight planes and gliders, where he also participated in aerobatic courses, later becoming a member of the national team. He then attended the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering, specializing in Air Navigation, taught in English, at the Polytechnic of Bucharest, where he followed an internship at ROMATSA in the field of navigation and air routes, working on the FRA (Free Route Airspace) project. After finishing his university studies, he started pilot school at the Civil Aviation Higher School, obtaining his PPL and Night Rating license, continuing his training at JETAV, where he accumulated SEP IR, CPL and MEP licenses and where he currently teaches as a lecturer PPL. Also, within our school, he works as a fun flight instructor on the Boeing 737 simulator.

He started flying at the age of 16 at the Romanian Aeroclub, where he continued his activity even after obtaining his license. He also practiced aerial acrobatics there. With more than 10 types of piloted aircraft and more than 1000 flight hours, from 2023 he is part of the JETAV team as a flight instructor on Cessna and Tecnam aircraft.

Piloted aircraft: IAR46S, Zlin 142, Zlin 526, Zlin 726, Cessna 150, Cessna 172, Cessna 182, Cessna 172 RG, Piper PA 34 Seneca V, Tecnam P2008, Tecnam P2006T, Cirrus SR21.

After a childhood passion and dream, in 2015 Florin Enache begins his adventure in the world of aviation and piloting at the Romanian Aeroclub, the gliding section. He continues his path in aviation at the Higher Civil Aviation School in Bucharest, where in 2018 he begins and successfully completes the Integrated ATPL course until 2021. Now, he is a senior co-pilot at the Wizz Air company, Bucharest Otopeni base, with over 1500 hours of flight and experience on the entire Airbus 320 aircraft family. At the Jetav Aviation School, Florin is a theory instructor for the PPL, IR, ATPL programs, specializing in exact subjects such as General Navigation, Flight Planning, Principles of Flight, but also in related to aviation law and flight safety, such as Meteorology.

Piloted aircraft: Planor IS28-B2, Tecnam P2008, Cessna 172, Tecnam P2006T, Cirrus SR22T, Airbus 320, Airbus 321

In 2009, he graduated from the flight school in Tuzla, holding the qualifications CPL MEP IR, ATPL Frozen, CRI. In the past, he was First Officer at Carpat Air and Tarom. Currently, he is an MEP instructor on the Piper Seneca 5 aircraft within JETAV.

Lucian has 1400 flight hours and has flown the following types of aircraft: Diamond DA 20, DA 40, DA 42, Cessna 172, BN-2, Piper Seneca 5, ATR 42-500/72-500, Beechcraft King Air C90.

At ATO JETAV, Bogdan is a Pilot Instructor for obtaining IR/SEP, MEP, MEP/IR licenses, having an experience of 2000 flight hours on aircraft such as IS28B2, IS28M2, Z142, C152, C172, PA28, PA34, B737. He comes with valuable experience gained in commercial aviation, flying for airlines such as Star East and Air Bucharest on Boeing 737 aircraft.

With over 15 years of experience in the aeronautical field, Cristian is a Commander on Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 aircraft. In his pilot career, he worked at RyanAir and Blue Air, and currently holds the position of Pilot Commander at Dan Air. He is a graduate of the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at the Politehnica University of Bucharest, where he also completed his master's degree. He is also General Manager at Aviation Audit. Within ATO JETAV, he is a teacher for the ATPL module and actively and enthusiastically engages in teaching the subjects, aiming to make them accessible and easy to understand for the learners.

Prof. Dr. Eng. General (r) Fuiorea Ion has a brilliant career in the aeronautical field. He is a graduate of the Military Technical Academy and, starting in 1981, he became a teacher in this institution. He has also been teaching at the Faculty of Aerospace Engineering at the Politehnica University of Bucharest for 18 years. He held numerous positions of command and leadership, both within civil and military aeronautical institutions. Within the ATO JETAV he is a lecturer for the ATPL module, where he teaches technical subjects and contributes with an innovative approach, which facilitates the students' understanding of the processes and mechanisms of aeronautical systems.

Starting from 2018, he is a collaborator of the JETAV Academy, participating in the B737 Type Rating, B737 Base Training, B737 Line Training and MCC courses. Accumulate more than 5000 flight hours, of which 600 hours as TRI.
His professional training includes Safety Management System (ICAO) and Flight Data Monitoring (CRANFIELD UNIVERSITY UK).

Roman Ștefăniță teaches: Theory of Flight

Aviation Security Instructor

Dan Măriniță is an instructor at TAROM, with a unique experience in the field of aviation and security. Within JETAV Flight Academy, he is in charge of training flight attendants in the field of aviation security, ensuring that they are prepared to effectively manage security-related situations and maintain the highest safety standards on board aircraft. The Security Course for Flight Attendants offers comprehensive training, addressing essential aspects such as threat prevention, risk identification and appropriate response in critical situations, thus contributing to the protection of passengers and crew.

Emergency Procedures Instructor

Anne Marie Ioniță is an experienced aviation instructor, specializing in emergency procedures and crew resource management (CRM). She has worked and flown thousands of hours at TAROM and FlyLili, accumulating solid expertise in aircraft safety and operations. At Jetav Flight Academy, she dedicates her expertise to training flight attendants, ensuring that they are prepared to effectively manage emergency situations and collaborate harmoniously as a team, thus contributing to maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism in aviation.

Primary physician – head of SMUTS
Central Military Emergency University Hospital "Dr. Carol Davila"

In 1981, he graduated from the Military School of Aviation Officers from Bobocu, becoming an instructor pilot. Between 1981 and 1984, he continued his career as an acrobatic instructor. With extensive experience of 13,200 flying hours on aircraft and ULMs as pilot and instructor on various models including Ulm, Iar823, Zlin 526F, Zlin 526AFS, Zlin726, Zlin142, AN-2, PZL-104 Wilga , Extra 300L, Cessna 150, Cessna 152, Cessna 172, Cessna 172rg, Cessna 182, Tecnam P2008, and Bn2-Islander, is one of the most experienced pilots in General Aviation in Romania. In 2006-2007, he was the head coach of the national aerobatic team. Currently, he is the head of the flight bases in Sibiu and Cluj of the JETAV academy.

Ground Instructor & CRM Instructor

Mr. Popa teaches: Aeronautical Security

Doctor Popa Daniela has over 25 years of experience in General Medicine, with skills in Family Medicine, Homeopathic Medicine, Aerospace Medicine and General Medicine.

Teaches: Aero-medical aspects and first aid