Flight Instructor resume examples

I flew for many years as a flight attendant. I worked on my ratings while working for AA. Working for AA gave me a good perspective on CRM. Working for a large airline with the challenges of 9-11 was unique. Working with all types of people in a environment that was changing on a daily basis. Worked with a wide variety of co workers. 

I managed the flight schedule for 5 owners on the Citation. I kept the aircraft current with updates to the flight management system. Worked with maintenance for aircraft checks. I worked with specific owners for their needs during a specific trip. International arrival procedures for the crew and passengers. Preflight duties. Filed flight plans. Responsible for fuel loads. Inflight responsibilities. Deplaning passengers and luggage.  

I was one of the first flight instructors for US Flight Academy. We worked to build a training syllabus for the students. I trained Private pilots, Commercial pilots and also trained students on their instrument ratings. Building this school was a awesome experience. Having the first students successful in the different certificates and ratings for this school was incredible.  

I worked as a flight instructor and trained Private pilots, Commercial pilots and trained students on their instrument ratings. I also did biannual flight reviews. Working as a flight instructor was fantastic. I loved working with new students. Working at a small airport with such a wide variety a aircraft was incredible. I had the opportunity to fly many different and old airplanes. Being a flight instructor was a very rewarding and challenging experience. 

I worked as a contract pilot for Hulcher Services in the Citation. I was responsible for pre-flight of the aircraft and duties as a First Officer. Hulcher Services was a train derailment company. We also flew the corporate officers to different meetings. We flew crews working the derailment. I would brief the passengers of weather in route and length of flight and any delays we might encounter.  

I had the opportunity to fly in the right seat program at Simuflite. I really enjoyed flying the simulators. I worked with a many different pilots from many different backgrounds. I worked in the 550, 560 and 650. I also did a few flights in the Ultra and Bravo.  

I worked as a contract pilot in a CJ1 for Business Air Center. I was responsible for pre-flight of the aircraft and duties as a First Officer. We worked with many different clients. I would brief the passengers of weather in route and length of flight and any delays we might encounter. I did post flight duties. 

Worked as a flight attendant on the Embraer Brasilia and the Canadair Regional Jet. I went back to SkyWest when Champion moved the base operations to Minneapolis. I was responsible for pre-flight, boarding, inflight and deplaning. I was responsible for cabin preparedness and briefing passengers. Inflight emergencies and passenger issues.  

I had a opportunity to go back to scheduling when my co-workers from Morris offered me a job. Scheduling for a non scheduled airline is full of challenges. I loved the daily controlled chaos of scheduling flights on airplanes that were already flying. Knowing the FAR's was very important due to the constantly changing flight schedules. 

I worked as a flight attendant for SkyWest. I was the only flight attendant on each flight. I was responsible for pre-flight, boarding, inflight and deplaning. I was responsible for cabin preparedness and briefing passengers. Inflight emergencies and passenger issues. We flew 135 and 121.  

I worked as a crew scheduler for Morris Air right out of high school. Morris Air was sold to Southwest Airlines. I worked the transition with the two companies. Southwest integrated the pilots first and then flight attendants. We scheduled with Southwest for more than a year to flow everyone over to Southwest. It was a very interesting experience.  

I currently also operate a Beechcraft 1900D as a first officer at Great Lakes Airlines. As a first officer at Great Lakes, not only am I held to the highest standard of aviators, but customer service is also a high priority. On a normal day I am responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft and its passengers. My time at Great Lakes has made me the best aviator I could be at this early stage in my career. There are things that I have done that I am sure the majority of pilots will never have to do. At Great Lakes we operate older aircraft in the unpredictable weather of the rocky mountains with no auto pilot and with /A equipment. I have learned a great deal, while earning my experience every step of the way.

I currently also operate a Beechcraft 1900D as a first officer at Great Lakes Airlines. As a first officer at Great Lakes, not only am I held to the highest standard of aviators, but customer service is also a high priority. On a normal day I am responsible for many things including the passengers and the safe operation of the aircraft My time at Great Lakes has made me the best aviator I could be at this early stage in my career. There are things that I have done that I am sure the majority of pilots will never have to do. At Great Lakes we operate older aircraft in the unpredictable weather of the rocky mountains with no auto pilot and with /A equipment. This means that we have no RNAV or GPS. We operate VOR to VOR, and shoot approaches down to minimums with basic equipment in a fast moving complex aircraft. I have learned a great deal, while earning my experience every step of the way.

I currently also operate a Beechcraft 1900D as a first officer at Great Lakes Airlines. As a first officer at Great Lakes, not only am I held to the highest standard of aviators, but customer service is also a high priority. On a normal day I am responsible for the preflight preparations like the aircraft walk around all of the paper work and a part of the aircraft acceptance. I am also responsible for the passengers safety as well as their brief on the operation of the aircraft emergency equipment. The biggest responsibility I have at Great lakes is the operation of the aircraft. Once the flight has concluded I am responsible for deplaning the passengers and securing the aircraft. My time at Great Lakes has made me the best aviator I could be at this early stage in my career. There are things that I have done that I am sure the majority of pilots will never have to do. At Great Lakes we operate older aircraft in the unpredictable weather of the rocky mountains with no auto pilot and with /A equipment. This means that we have no RNAV or GPS. We operate VOR to VOR, and shoot approaches down to minimums with basic equipment in a fast moving complex aircraft. I have learned a great deal, while earning my experience every step of the way.

I currently also operate a Beechcraft 1900D as a first officer at Great Lakes Airlines. As a first officer at Great Lakes, not only am I held to the highest standard of aviators, but customer service is also a high priority. On a normal day I am responsible for the preflight preparations like the aircraft walk around all of the paper work and a part of the aircraft acceptance. I am also responsible for the passengers safety as well as their brief on the operation of the aircraft emergency equipment. The biggest responsibility I have at Great lakes is the operation of the aircraft. Once the flight has concluded I am responsible for deplaning the passengers and securing the aircraft. My time at Great Lakes has made me the best aviator I could be at this early stage in my career. There are things that I have done that I am sure the majority of pilots will never have to do. At Great Lakes we operate older aircraft in the unpredictable weather of the rocky mountains with no auto pilot and with /A equipment. This means that we have no RNAV or GPS. We operate VOR to VOR, and shoot approaches down to minimums with basic equipment in a fast moving complex aircraft. I have learned a great deal, while earning my experience every step of the way.

Implemented airfield safety procedures to ensure a safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft operation.Performed additional duties and special projects as assigned by the Chief Pilot. Worked in a variety of challenging situations where thinking quickly was crucial. Using my experience as a pilot and an instructor to evaluate and assist the individual in the left seat.

Worked in a fast paced commercial environment dealing with customer satisfaction. Had to have knowledge of aviation, from planes to airport ops. Customer service was also a must.

Acted as pilot in command of flight.Alerted airport emergency services in cases of emergency.Assisted with the development of hazard mitigation/control monitoring plans.

Acted as pilot in command of flight.Alerted airport emergency services in cases of emergency.Assisted with the development of hazard mitigation/control monitoring plans.

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• Deployed NATO Group Commander for 217 aviation advisor personnel and Senior Airfield Authority at Shindand AB, Afghanistan.
• Commanded multi-national force from 3 nations conducting ab-initio pilot training for Afghan Air Force in C-208, C-182, MD-530, and Mi-17 aircraft.
• Senior mentor/advisor to Afghan Air Commander on all pilot training, maintenance, and operations for fleet of 38 fixed wing and rotary aircraft.
• Directed aviation support contract for aircraft maintenance and simulator operations.
• Commanded Presidential mandated force retrograde and base closure requiring complex risk analysis and execution; successfully supported 800 air missions, moved 3000 personnel and transferred $184M of aircraft and facilities to the Afghan government.
  

• Led 25 action officers supporting global irregular warfare operations.
• Formulated and advocated USAF strategy and policy to detect, deter, and defeat irregular, asymmetric threats.
• Directed complex aviation enterprise study and analysis that was utilized to reprogram $8M training operation.  
• Lauded as "Outstanding Air Force leader and visionary" for writing and implementing original policy for education, training and operations of air advisor forces.  
  

• Air University Commandant :"[Jim] Brilliant scholar, outstanding professional and focused critical thinker...[and] exceptional leader and mentor"  
  

• Directed formal education for DoD, civilian, and international students.
• Led 6 faculty members and provided daily mission support to three academic divisions and 75 courses annually with $1.2M budget.
• Faculty lecturer and senior mentor for Mission Commander, Intro to Special Operations, and International Building Partner Aviation courses.
• Senior subject matter expert for Air Force Special Operations Command and USAF Aviation Advisor education/training programs.
• Ranked: #1/4 Division Chiefs and 2/28 Lt Colonels (O-5).

• First Commander of 538 Air Advisor Squadron designated to stand-up the Afghan Air Force and deliver the first ever modern western aircraft to the government of Afghanistan, $368M operations and maintenance program.
• Commanded 28 US Air Force and Navy personnel, along with 150 Afghan aircrew flying C-27 and Antonov-32 transport aircraft.
• Trained/Advised two Afghan Colonels on Commander and Chief Pilot related duties including: daily organizational and flying unit operations, maintenance integration, training and supervision, Afghan Presidential air transportation, risk assessment, and national mission operations.
• Directed US led formal flying training unit and associated contract maintenance personnel; unit trained 100 aircrew and flew 1300 hours.
• Qualified the first Afghan pilots in ICAO day/night and instrument flight procedures in multi-engine turbo prop aircraft.
• Ranked: #1/9 NATO Training Command Squadron Commanders (Lt Col/O-5) in Afghanistan. 

• Flight Commander/Chief Pilot/Team leader for 20 Combat Aviation Advisors. 
• Instructor Pilot on C-130E/H, CASA 212.
• Trained, Advised, Assisted partner nation airmen how to build necessary aspects of their nations aviation enterprise including specialized missions supporting US and partner nation national security objectives.
• Academic and field training specialization working within diverse cultural environments in both South/Central America and Middle-East regions.
• Forward Commander responsible for the team's day to day command and control, flight and maintenance operations, and security.
• Garnered "Excellent" major base inspection rating while assigned as 1st Special Operations Wing, Inspector General.  
• Rank: #1/10 Wing Staff and #2/59 base wide (Lt Col/O-5).

• Air Command and Staff College Commandant: "[Jim] Tremendous leadership, team building skills--voted by peers as "Outstanding Team Member"

• Pilot and later Aircraft Commander of Special Operations MC-130E Combat Talon.
• Held three different primary jobs over 6 year period that included Chief Pilot planning, training, and safety duties.
• Chief of Aviation Plans: Planned worldwide Special Operations missions in support of National level DoD exercises and operational missions for 12 MC-130E aircraft and associated active duty and reserve component aircrews.
• Chief of Aviation Training: Coordinated daily flight readiness training of MC-130E aircrews, to include basic and special mission aircraft qualification, upgrade, and daily qualification training.
• Chief of Aviation Safety: Executed Wing wide flight safety program including continuing aircrew education, risk assessment, and investigation of safety related aircraft incidents and maintenance problems.

• Student pilot in T-37B and T-44A.

• Created Terminal Area Forecasts/Weather warnings for Beale AFB and surrounding Northern CA area, in addition provided real-time global weather forecasts supporting targets and launch and recovery of SR-71 and U-2 high altitude reconnaissance aircraft.

• Led weather office and staff of 25 responsible for Terminal Area Forecasts/Weather Warnings for 4 air bases in support of 16 Bomb Wing and NORAD/North East Defense Sector CONUS air defense operations.

• Part-time primary flight instructor in Part 141 and 61 syllabi for private and instrument pilot courses.

• Taught formal ground school courses for private and instrument student pilots.
• Conducted pilot aircraft insurance check flights and currency training.
• Assisted Chief Pilot in pilot scheduling, aircraft maintenance management, and safety program.