I currently hold an FAA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings and have accumulated more than 2,400 Pilot-in-Command flight hours. My experience has been gained primarily through extensive bush flying, conservation aviation, aerial survey operations, logistical support missions, and evacuation flights conducted in remote and demanding operational environments throughout Africa.

Throughout my aviation career, I have developed strong single-pilot operational capability, sound aeronautical decision-making skills, and the ability to safely adapt to changing operational conditions. I also have additional aircraft maintenance support experience, providing a strong technical understanding of aircraft systems and operational readiness.

I am particularly interested in the operational environment at GFK Flight Support, Inc., as my background aligns closely with mission-focused flying, operational discipline, and safety-centered aviation operations. I am highly motivated to contribute my experience, professionalism, and strong work ethic to your team.

I would welcome the opportunity to further discuss my qualifications and suitability for the position.

Education

South African Airforce
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer May 1, 1982 - December 30, 1985 Qualified as Aircraft Maintenance Engineer in 1985 with South African Defence Force.
Miami Flight training centre
Commercial Pilot August 1, 2021 - August 30, 2021 FAA Commercial Pilot license

Work Experience

Conservation Pilot
Wildlife Conservation Society February 1, 2023 - May 31, 2025 • Conducted bush flying and aerial survey operations in remote operational environments. • Performed conservation support and logistical aviation missions. • Managed flight planning, navigation, fuel planning, and operational safety. • Operated independently in single-pilot environments while maintaining high operational standards.
Conservation Pilot
African Parks June 1, 2025 - May 22, 2026 • Conducted aerial survey and conservation operations in remote regions of the DRC. • Performed wildlife monitoring, logistical support, and evacuation flights. • Operated safely from remote and unimproved airstrips under demanding operational conditions. • Assisted with aircraft maintenance and operational readiness. • Demonstrated excellent independent operational judgment and safety management.

Highlights

Conservation Pilot
February 1, 2023 Professional commercial pilot with more than 2,400 Pilot-in-Command flight hours gained through extensive bush flying, aerial survey, conservation, logistical support, and evacuation operations throughout Africa. Holder of an FAA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings. Experienced operating in remote, austere, and demanding environments requiring strong aeronautical decision-making, independent judgment, adaptability, and excellent situational awareness. Strong background in single-pilot operations, remote airstrip flying, humanitarian support missions, and operational risk management. Additional aircraft maintenance support experience provides a solid technical understanding of aircraft systems and operational reliability. Seeking to contribute professional flight operations experience, safety-focused leadership, and strong operational discipline to GFK Flight Support, Inc.

Aircraft Experience

C-206
  • Time in Type: 937 hrs
Bonanza 36
  • Time in Type: 769 hrs
C-402
  • Time in Type: 202 hrs
C-172
  • Time in Type: 44 hrs
C-182
  • Time in Type: 24 hrs
BN-2
  • Time in Type: 20 hrs
C-208
  • Time in Type: 6 hrs