GCSE student • Aspiring commercial pilot
Charles Newman
I’m a GCSE student at Colchester Royal Grammar School working towards a future in commercial aviation. Alongside my studies, I manage technical production for school and community events, volunteer within both VATSIM UK and the global VATSIM network, and serve as Managing Director at Premier Studios.
My work combines structure, communication, and problem-solving — the same principles that drive aviation. Whether leading a project or volunteering, I focus on precision, teamwork, and staying calm under pressure
Core principles
Structure keeps projects calm.
Precision
Documenting the plan and rehearsing so delivery days feel routine.
Calm communication
Keeping stakeholders updated early, especially when things shift.
Checklists
Using the same aviation mindset to stay safe in studios and events.
- Student @ CRGS
- Aspiring commercial pilot
- Technical production
- Volunteer @ VATSIM, VATSIMUK & Scouts
- Managing Director @ Premier Studios
A bit about me
I’m working towards flight training and focusing on building the knowledge, discipline, and experience that will support it. Through leadership and technical roles, I’ve developed confidence, clear communication, and resilience under pressure.
I’m naturally organised and safety-minded, and I enjoy learning through real-world experience — whether in the control room, behind the lighting desk, or in the virtual cockpit.
Worked with / roles at
- CRGS
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- Premier Studios
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- VATSIM
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- VATSIM UK
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- Scouts