Arjen Dekker — experienced widebody Airline Captain with EASA ATPL(A) and over 11,300 flight hours, seeking a B777, B787 or A350 command position with Turkish Airlines. Deep familiarity with Istanbul operations, Turkish airspace, and extensive experience flying for Turkish Airlines cargo partners during a six-year command tenure at MyCargo Airlines.
Key Numbers
From 2018 to 2024, Captain Dekker operated B747-400 cargo flights for Turkish Airlines through MyCargo Airlines — based in Istanbul (LTBA/LTFM) conducting scheduled and non-scheduled worldwide cargo operations. First-hand knowledge of Turkish Airlines' operational standards, Istanbul airspace, and Turkish aviation culture.
Over 8,300 hours on the Boeing 747-400 — one of the most demanding widebody aircraft in commercial aviation. Extensive long-haul command covering all of Turkish Airlines' key route regions: Europe, Middle East, Asia, Africa, North and South America, and the Far East.
Nominated Line Training Captain — experienced in instruction, checking, and standardization of flight crew to the highest operational standards. Fully aligned with the discipline and procedural rigour that defines Turkish Airlines' world-class operation.
Elected Trusted Pilot and Flight Data Monitoring Gatekeeper — proactive involvement in safety data analysis, risk mitigation, and flight operations liaison. Strong SMS, TEM and FRMS background fully compatible with Turkish Airlines' safety culture.
Extensive operational experience at Istanbul Ataturk (LTBA), Istanbul International (LTFM), and Sabiha Gökçen (LTFJ). Deep understanding of Turkish airspace, ATC procedures, and the unique operational environment of one of the world's busiest aviation hubs.
Bachelor of Engineering background combined with active embrace of aviation technology, EFB systems, and AI tools in flight operations. Aligned with Turkish Airlines' continued investment in modernisation and next-generation fleet operations on B787 and A350.
Qualifications
Full Airline Transport Pilot License under EASA regulations. EASA Class I Medical current and valid.
Current B747-400 type rating with Line Training and Checking Commander qualification. Last OPC: March 2026. Ready for B777, B787 or A350 type rating conversion.
Expert level — the highest ICAO language proficiency endorsement. Also fluent in Dutch (native), Spanish, and professional German.
Fully qualified for North Atlantic, oceanic, performance-based navigation, and low visibility operations. US Visa C1/D. Clean record throughout career.