Stefano Giovanni De Filippis

Stefano Giovanni De Filippis is a highly experienced airline captain, flight instructor, and aviation manager with over 11,500 flight hours, including more than 9,300 as Pilot in Command. Born in 1969 and based in Italy, he has served in a variety of roles across both civil and military aviation, including as a pilot and staff officer in the Italian Air Force.

Throughout his career, Stefano has flown a wide range of aircraft, from the Boeing 747-400 and Airbus A320 to business jets like the Cessna C560 XLS and Piaggio P180. He currently works as an Airbus A320 Captain , he has also held key management roles such as Accountable Manager and Postholder in operations and training for several aviation organizations.

Stefano is certified as a Type Rating Examiner (TRE), CRM Trainer, and EBT Instructor. His academic background includes a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Engineering from the Italian Air Force Academy, as well as advanced flight training through the Euro NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training Program in the U.S.

Fluent in Italian and English, with working proficiency in Spanish, Stefano combines deep technical knowledge with strong leadership, instructional, and communication skills—making him a respected figure in both cockpit and classroom.