KUALA LUMPUR — Pilot Derek Mackesy has won the talent contest,See Me Fly Again, aimed at offering airline staff an alternative career as actors.
Mackesy is a captain who has served for 10 years at the Hong Kong airliner, Cathay Dragon, before it ceased operations last October.
The 34-year-old — who began studying to be a pilot at 16 — beat out 14 other finalists to win the contest, organized by Hong Kong broadcaster TVB.
“I’d like to thank TVB for the opportunity and for giving us a chance to take this next step in life,” he said after his win. Mackesy will now stand a chance to star in TVB dramas.
Keith Shing, 30, a pilot of four years, placed second while 28-year-ol…
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