Adam Stow

Experience

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  Royal Navy

  Oct 2015 - Mar 2024

  •ATC Supervisor: Oversaw air traffic control operations, ensuring safe and efficient airspace management while leading and mentoring controllers.•Airfield Manager: Managed daily airfield operations, coordinating activities to ensure safety, compliance, and operational readiness.•Head of ATM Standards: Led the development and implementation of air traffic management standards, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices.•Unit Trainer: Delivered training programs, mentoring personnel to achieve and maintain operational competency.•East Anglia Airspace User Working Group Liaison Officer: Acted as the primary liaison, fostering collaboration between airspace users and stakeholders to address regional airspace management challenges. Show less •Commissioning and Early Training: Joined Britannia Royal Naval College (BRNC) as an officer cadet in May 2014, commissioned in December 2014 as a Midshipman. Initial training included time aboard HMS Ocean, the Royal Navy’s helicopter carrier and assault ship.•Professional Development: • Completed Initial Warfare Officers (Foundation) and Navigation courses. • Completed Flight Academics Course at BRNC Dartmouth.•Promotions: Promoted to Sub Lieutenant (May 2015) and Lieutenant (November 2017).•Temporary Postings: • Lincoln Armed Forces Careers Office: Conducted outreach to schools and communities while gaining insight into recruitment processes. • RNAS Yeovilton: Gained an understanding of daily air traffic control tower operations.•Divisional Officer (Jan 2020 - Mar 2024): Provided leadership, welfare, and career development support to personnel.•Air Traffic Controller: See Air Traffic Controller roles for further details. Show less Providing air traffic management services at sea, onboard the Fleet Flag Ship.•ATCO onboard HMS Queen Elizabeth: Provided air traffic control services, ensuring the safe and efficient management of airspace operations.•Higher Education Programme Leader: Managed and delivered professional development programs for team members.•Officer of the Day: Oversaw ship operations onboard an aircraft carrier with 1,600 personnel, ensuring their safety, operational readiness, and the smooth functioning of daily activities.•Divisional Officer: Provided leadership, welfare, and career development support to divisional personnel.•Deputy Unit Training Officer (DUTO): Assisted in planning and coordinating training programs for unit personnel.•Unit Training Officer (UTO): Led the unit’s training strategy, delivering tailored programs to meet operational requirements.•ATC Watch Leader: Supervised air traffic control watch teams, ensuring safe and efficient mission execution.•ATC Supervisor: Oversaw ATC operations, provided guidance to controllers, and managed complex scenarios.•ATC Operate Officer: Coordinated and managed air traffic control operations to ensure mission success and safety compliance. Show less •ATCO at RNAS Culdrose: Delivered air traffic control services, managing the safe and efficient movement of military and civilian aircraft.•ATC Supervisor: Oversaw air traffic control operations, provided leadership to controllers, and ensured safety and compliance in complex airspace scenarios.•Divisional Officer: Provided leadership, welfare support, and career development guidance to assigned personnel, ensuring their professional and personal growth.•Deputy Unit Safety Management Officer (DUMSO): Assisted in maintaining and implementing the unit’s safety management system, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.•Unit Safety Management Officer (UMSO): Led the unit’s safety management program, ensuring compliance with safety standards and fostering a proactive safety culture. Show less

  • Air Traffic Control Officer - RAF Marham

    Jul 2022 - Mar 2024

  • Commissioned Officer - Lieutenant RN

    May 2014 - Mar 2024

  • Air Traffic Control Officer - HMS Queen Elizabeth

    Jan 2020 - Jul 2022

  • Air Traffic Control Officer - RNAS Culdrose

    May 2016 - Dec 2019

  • Air Traffic Control Officer (Under Training)

    Oct 2015 - May 2016
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  Civil Aviation Authority

  Feb 2024 - now

  As an RPAS Inspector at the UK Civil Aviation Authority, I am dedicated to ensuring the safe and compliant integration of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems into the aviation environment. I specialise in assessing operational safety cases, working closely with industry stakeholders, and supporting innovation in the rapidly evolving drone sector. I’m passionate about maintaining the highest standards of safety while enabling growth in this dynamic industry.

  • RPAS Technical Inspector

    May 2024 - now

  • RPAS Technical Surveyor

    Feb 2024 - May 2024
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  Royal Naval Reserve

  Mar 2024 - now

  Media Operations Specialisation

  •Maritime Reserve Commissioned Officer: Commissioned officer in the Maritime Reserve, contributing to naval operations and providing leadership within the Reserve forces.•Media Operations Specialisation: Specialised in media operations, managing communications and public relations efforts within a maritime context.•HMS CERES, Public Relations Officer: Led media and public relations efforts, managing internal and external communications to enhance HMS CERES’ profile and reputation.•HMS CERES, Head of Training: Oversaw training programmes, ensuring personnel were properly developed and prepared for operational tasks. Show less