Joseph Marie Diene
Dakar
Summary
Experienced Aviation Professional with a focus on flight operations and critical decision-making. Mentored teams to enhance performance while ensuring safety and compliance in high-pressure environments. Strong communication and problem-solving skills drive successful outcomes in diverse operational settings.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
First Officer, ATR72-600
Air Senegal S.A.
Dakar
07.2021 - Current
- Operated high-frequency regional routes across West Africa, coordinating multi-crew efforts to maintain operational efficiency.
- Performed calculations for performance and fuel planning, monitoring ATR72-600 systems to ensure optimal operational readiness.
- Supported cockpit resource management initiatives, fostering team communication and reinforcing operational safety.
- Date of Most Recent Flight: 19/10/2025
Captain, C208B
Morningstar Air Express
Vancouver, Canada
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Executed single-pilot IFR cargo operations for FedEx, ensuring timely and secure delivery across Western Canada.
- Made autonomous decisions in challenging weather and diverse terrain, ensuring safe and efficient cargo delivery.
- Developed strategies that improved team collaboration and operational effectiveness.
- Operational pause due to COVID-19 impact on aviation and family relocation. Returned to active airline flying in July 2021 (Air Senegal, ATR72-600).
First Officer, PC-12NG
Ornge Air
Thunder Bay, Canada
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Flew in night and instrument meteorological conditions, navigating short-runway environments to deliver essential services to communities in need.
- Operated medevac flights in remote Ontario, providing critical care for patients and ensuring timely access to medical support.
- Executed high-pressure missions, coordinating with medical teams to improve patient outcomes during urgent scenarios.
First Officer, King Air B200
Voyageur Airways
Moncton, Canada
09.2017 - 04.2018
- Coordinated pre-flight briefings and operational checks with flight crew to enhance operational readiness.
- Operated aircraft in varied weather conditions to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.
- Executed contract-based operations across diverse northern and urban environments to meet mission objectives.
Flight Instructor (PPL, CPL, Multi/IFR)
Moncton Flight College
Fredericton, Canada
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Delivered multi-engine and IFR certification training, enhancing pilot qualifications for advanced flight operations.
- Developed lesson plans and conducted evaluations, tracking trainee progress to ensure effective learning outcomes.
- Ensured compliance with safety procedures, fostering a culture of safety in all training sessions.
Education
Diploma - Aviation Technology (Honours), Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
Moncton Flight College
Dieppe, New Brunswick04.2015
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Cegep Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu
Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec05.2013
Secondary School -
Cours Sainte Marie de Hann
Dakar, Senegal06.2008
Skills
- Flight operations
- Cockpit resource management
- Multi-crew coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Fuel planning
Flight Time
Total Flight Time: 3,000 hours
Pilot in Command (PIC): 650 hours
C208B, Light piston
Second in Command (SIC): Approx. 2,350 hours
ATR72-600
PC-12NG
King Air B200
Turbine: 2,300 hours
Multi-Engine: 1,500 hours
Instructor: 500 hours
Current type-rating: ATR72-600 (Senegal, expired date 31/10/2026)
Previous type-rating: King Air B200 (Canada, expire date 31/10/2017)
Certificates/Ratings
- Airline Transport Pilot License - Aeroplane (Transport Canada and ANACIM Senegal)
- Commercial Pilot License/ Instrument Rating - Aeroplane (FAA)
- Transport Canada 1 (expire date 30/06/2026), Canada
- ANACIM Medical Category 1 (expire date 31/03/2026), Senegal
- FAA Medical Class 1 (expire date 31/03/2026), USA
- ICAO English Level 6, Canada
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 28 December 1990
Nationality: Canadian / Senegalese
Marital Status: Single
Children: none
Notice period
1 month
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Native
Native
Timeline
First Officer, ATR72-600
Air Senegal S.A.
07.2021 - Current
Captain, C208B
Morningstar Air Express
10.2019 - 05.2020
First Officer, PC-12NG
Ornge Air
04.2018 - 09.2019
First Officer, King Air B200
Voyageur Airways
09.2017 - 04.2018
Flight Instructor (PPL, CPL, Multi/IFR)
Moncton Flight College
06.2016 - 06.2017
Diploma - Aviation Technology (Honours), Integrated Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
Moncton Flight College
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Cegep Saint-Jean-Sur-Richelieu
Secondary School -
Cours Sainte Marie de Hann