Instructor Category: Management & Support

Shaped by his upbringing in the vibrant city of Hong Kong, Tim developed a fascination with aviation from a young age, captivated by the sights and sounds of aircraft soaring over the city’s skyline. 

Currently serving as the welcoming face at Learn To Fly, Tim is dedicated to providing exceptional service to students and visitors alike, he ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone walking through the doors of LTF. Passionate about aviation and eager to contribute to the school’s mission, Tim looks forward to supporting aspiring pilots in achieving their dreams.

Holding a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and Multi-Engine Command Instrument Rating (MECIR), in the future, he aspires to join Cathay Pacific as a pilot, combining his expertise with his passion for aviation.

After completing her Diploma of Business Administration in 2019, Michela got a job in an RTO and loved it. Since then, she has worked in a variety of RTO roles all focusing on supporting and helping each student reach their full potential. 

Michela loves assisting students from the first initial conversation they have with their enrollment to the moment they complete their qualification, so when the opportunity came here at Learn to Fly as a student enrollment/support officer, she jumped at it. Michela has always had an interest in aviation, how everything works in the cockpit and hopes she can go up and sit inside and observe from afar. 

Meet Rickque, a fusion of engineering brilliance and aviation hailing from Malaysia. Holding an engineering degree alongside a Commercial Pilot License (CPL) and Multi-Engine Instrument Rating (MEIR), Rickque’s passion for aviation knows no bounds.

In 2019, Rickque embarked on a transformative journey that carried them across the skies during a student exchange program in Melbourne. Drawn by the allure of this city’s aviation dreamscape, Rickque returned with a profound mission – to guide, support, and uplift aspiring aviation enthusiasts. Within the aviation industry’s boundless horizons, Rickque stands ready to empower fresh talents and relentless dream-chasers.

Rickque has an ultimate colourful goal of securing a turbojet-powered aircraft type rating and attaining the coveted title of an airline pilot.

Jomsy was born and raised in Kerala, the captivating state in Southern India known for its landscapes and serene backwater, where she developed a deep appreciation for education. She dedicated herself as a passionate physical science teacher in secondary schools, instilling a love for the sciences in the minds of young learners. Those early experiences shaped her commitment to education and ignited a desire to make a difference in students’ lives.

In 2011, Jomsy made the decision to settle in Australia, specifically in the city of Melbourne, which she now proudly calls home. Over the years, Jomsy has contributed significantly to the education sector in various roles, focusing on critical areas such as quality assurance, risk management, compliance monitoring, and policy development. Her role also involved data reporting, student progress monitoring, system analysis, business process design, and systems implementation and training.

Jomsy’s ultimate goal in this field is to continue making meaningful contributions towards RTO compliance, explicitly aiming to uphold the highest standards and align with the goals of Learn To Fly Melbourne. She is passionate about ensuring that educational organisations provide students with the best possible learning experience while maintaining integrity and adherence to compliance standards.

Cherishing exploring new destinations, immersing herself in diverse cultures, and savouring various cuisines is something Jomsy enjoys in her spare time. Adding “Pilot experience” to her bucket list is a goal that promises to unlock a new world of adventure and exploration from the cockpit, which allows her to take to the skies and explore the world from a unique perspective.

In 2015 Rossettii moved to Melbourne, where they experienced the city’s unpredictable weather, often jokingly referring to “8 weathers in 2 hours”.  Among the wonders of the sky, rainbows hold a special fascination for Rossetti, symbolising hope, new beginnings, and transformation.

Throughout their career, Rossetti has gained diverse experiences in various fields, including wholesale and retail, manufacturing and production, secretarial and financial services, eCommerce, community services, and education. Among these, their favourite job involved working on philanthropy projects in Hong Kong.

Looking ahead, Rossetti’s dreams and ambitions lie in the world of aviation. They find great joy in facilitating the dreams of their students, from witnessing their first solo flights to congratulating them on passing theory exams. This fulfilling role at Learn to Fly allows Rossetti to contribute to the students’ journeys and help them achieve their aviation aspirations.

Rossetti’s academic background is rooted in numbers and mathematics. They hold a Master’s in Professional Accountancy from HK CyberU of HK Polytechnic University and a Diploma in Computer Studies from HK Computer Education Centre. Describing themselves as a curiouser and leisure photographer, Rossetti enjoys observing quietly and finds relaxation in classical orchestras with string instruments. Their patience with puzzles and admiration for the wonders of Mother Nature on Earth is evident in their outlook on life, which they sum up as “Take and Give,” embracing continuous learning and contributing to the well-being of others.

Presently, Rossetti holds the position of Finance Manager at Learn to Fly. Their journey within the organisation started as a Bookkeeper, eventually taking on responsibilities at the front desk and progressing to the role of Accounting Manager before settling into their current position.

Luke Wu grew up in Singapore, where he obtained his Diploma in Aviation Management and Services before getting his Bachelor in Aviation Management (Hons) from Massey University in New Zealand. As a student, Luke always enjoyed delving into the inner workings of the aviation industry, understanding the many layers that encompass what we now see as a commonplace occurrence. 

Since moving to Melbourne with his wife and 3 dogs in 2022, Luke has rekindled his interest in working in the aviation sector whilst building on his passion for out-of-classroom teaching methods and student welfare management. Luke wants to help students realise their dream of becoming pilots, especially those from countries with more limited General Aviation opportunities.

A creative observer, Max travelled the world documenting and creative directing in the music and entertainment industry for over a decade. Growing up in Perth, his curiosity and drive persuaded him to follow his work to North America before settling back in Australia and calling Melbourne home.

While Max’s principal focus was in the music and entrainment world, he was a creative director and producer for several Tourism Australia campaigns. Also, he played a role in the creative and photographic operations at Uber.

With a constant aspiration to develop something new, Max brings a balance of his expertise and creativity here at Learn To Fly. In his role here, Max is tasked with creating, planning and delivering a strategic vision. He is responsible for maintaining a cohesive visual and thematic style that displays the day-to-day operations, achievements and mantra at Learn To Fly and ensuring all creative executions remain faithful to the brand.

Max finds incredible satisfaction and reward in making things that allow people to connect, engage and stay curious. He also loves flying. 

John Sabato is our Career Development, Mentoring and Interview Preparation Course Facilitator. John has a wealth of experience across various sectors of the aviation industry, with a career spanning more than 12 years.

For 7 of these years John flew with Cathay Pacific, where he was a First Officer, flying the Airbus A330 and A350 type aircraft on long-haul routes. He is type-rated on the B737, and he now flies for one of Australia’s largest airlines in a domestic setting. John’s own journey to becoming an airline pilot was assisted by the comprehensive preparation offered by an airline interview preparation course and high-quality mentorship in the early stages of his general aviation career. This helped him form a good understanding of the employment options available after his flight training.

John’s journey has provided him with a unique perspective on the process and requirements, and an understanding of just how important that first airline application and interview is. It has also given him a huge passion for assisting others to get their own “first airline start”.

We’re thrilled to have John on board for our Future Cadet Pilot Program, Career Development/Mentoring Workshops and Airline Interview Coaching Session courses – to help give the next generation of airline pilot hopefuls the sound preparation and competitive edge they need to succeed in their budding careers.

Senior Captain Darren McPherson has over 30 years and 18,000 hours of flying experience. Starting his career as an aero club boy, Darren is a great example of what can be achieved through perseverance and dedication.

His experience as an aviation career specialist has helped countless pilots to achieve their dreams of flying for major airlines around the world. We are extremely lucky to have his wealth of knowledge on board here at Learn To Fly as a highly valuable associate consultant.