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Ryan Van Haren
Founder & Aviation Advisor — Cardinal Aviation Ryan Van Haren is a career aviation professional whose experience spans airline operations, corporate aviation, air traffic control, flight training, and specialized general aviation operations. Through Cardinal Aviation Ryan works with aircraft owners, pilots, and aviation organizations to provide experienced guidance in aviation operations, aircraft ownership, and pilot development. His work focuses on helping clients make sound aviation decisions, operate their aircraft more effectively, and apply the professionalism of commercial aviation to private flight operations. |
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Aviation Perspective
Ryan’s aviation career has provided a rare multi-disciplinary perspective on aviation operations.
He has worked across a wide range of roles within the industry, including:
- Airline Pilot and Simulator Instructor
- International Corporate Pilot
- Advanced General Aviation Pilot
- Air Traffic Controller / Instructor
- Chief Pilot and Operations Manager
- Aviation Non-Profit Founder
- Pilot Mentor
This breadth of experience provides a unique understanding of aviation from the board room to the flight deck to the air traffic control centre, as well as from the operational and leadership side of aviation organizations.
Ryan’s aviation career has provided a rare multi-disciplinary perspective on aviation operations.
He has worked across a wide range of roles within the industry, including:
- Airline Pilot and Simulator Instructor
- International Corporate Pilot
- Advanced General Aviation Pilot
- Air Traffic Controller / Instructor
- Chief Pilot and Operations Manager
- Aviation Non-Profit Founder
- Pilot Mentor
This breadth of experience provides a unique understanding of aviation from the board room to the flight deck to the air traffic control centre, as well as from the operational and leadership side of aviation organizations.
AWARDS
2021 Wings Magazine Top 20 under 40 in Canadian Aviation
2020 Canadian Owner & Pilot's Association Director's Award
For personal efforts to advance, promote & preserve the Canadian freedom to fly.
2018 Canadian Owner & Pilot's Association President's Award
Presented to an individual, company or organization that has shown outstanding support for the safety, education or development of our aviation community
2003 Coastal Pacific Aviation Wingman Award
Voted by peers to be the pilot that one would want to be crewed with in the best and worst of flying situations.
2021 Wings Magazine Top 20 under 40 in Canadian Aviation
2020 Canadian Owner & Pilot's Association Director's Award
For personal efforts to advance, promote & preserve the Canadian freedom to fly.
2018 Canadian Owner & Pilot's Association President's Award
Presented to an individual, company or organization that has shown outstanding support for the safety, education or development of our aviation community
2003 Coastal Pacific Aviation Wingman Award
Voted by peers to be the pilot that one would want to be crewed with in the best and worst of flying situations.
NOTE FROM RYAN
I have spent my career immersed in aviation across a wide range of roles and operating environments. Those experiences have shaped a deep respect for the discipline, judgment, and continuous learning that safe and effective aviation demands.
Through Cardinal Aviation, I work with pilots, aircraft owners and operators who want to approach aviation with the professionalism and operational mindset found in the best flight departments and airline operations. My focus is on helping clients make sound aviation decisions, operate their aircraft effectively, and continually refine their skills as aviators and leaders within their operations.
Whether advising aircraft owners, supporting operators, flying as a contract pilot, or working alongside pilots to develop their capabilities, I am passionate about helping people bring out the very best in their aviation operations.
I have a particular interest in helping pilots and operators build true operational fluency, where thoughtful systems management, sound decision-making, and strong situational awareness come together to enhance, safety, confidence and performance.
At its core, Cardinal Aviation exists to support clients who are committed to continuous improvement and who value experienced, practical guidance in the pursuit of aviation excellence.
I have spent my career immersed in aviation across a wide range of roles and operating environments. Those experiences have shaped a deep respect for the discipline, judgment, and continuous learning that safe and effective aviation demands.
Through Cardinal Aviation, I work with pilots, aircraft owners and operators who want to approach aviation with the professionalism and operational mindset found in the best flight departments and airline operations. My focus is on helping clients make sound aviation decisions, operate their aircraft effectively, and continually refine their skills as aviators and leaders within their operations.
Whether advising aircraft owners, supporting operators, flying as a contract pilot, or working alongside pilots to develop their capabilities, I am passionate about helping people bring out the very best in their aviation operations.
I have a particular interest in helping pilots and operators build true operational fluency, where thoughtful systems management, sound decision-making, and strong situational awareness come together to enhance, safety, confidence and performance.
At its core, Cardinal Aviation exists to support clients who are committed to continuous improvement and who value experienced, practical guidance in the pursuit of aviation excellence.