Name: David Balfour
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Callsign: 'The Balf'
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Reason for callsign: : Easier to say than Balfour!
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DOB: 28 June 1980
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Age: 28
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Home county: Glasgow
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Qualifications: BSc(Hons) in Optometry, MCOptom
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Prior to OAA: Worked 5 years as an optometrist and set up an optometry business in Cardiff.
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Favourite aircraft: 787 Dreamliner.
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Dream airline: British Airways
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Interests: Model aerobatic flying and member of Scottish Aerobatic Team, everything that flies, travelling, sport in general and music.
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Ambitions: Captain of reputable airline.
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More About me: Enjoy working hard and playing hard. Family and friends are very important to me. Can’t wait to be a pilot!