ATP-rated pilot with nearly 4,800 hours of total time, including over 3,600 hours of turbine experience and more than 4,000 hours of multi-engine time. My background includes Part 121 airline operations, corporate Part 91 flying, turbine aircraft instruction, and owner-flown aircraft management.

I hold CL-65 and DHC-8 type ratings and have experience in the CRJ 200/700/900, Q400, Beech 1900D, King Air 90, Challenger 850 simulator instruction, and current Part 91 PIC operations in a Cessna 421C. In my current role, I manage flight planning, maintenance coordination, aircraft presentation, owner communication, vendor coordination, and safe multi-state operations throughout the western United States.

I am looking to transition into a long-term corporate aviation role where I can contribute immediately as a professional, safety-focused SIC or PIC candidate while continuing to grow within the operation. I bring strong CRM, real-world weather decision-making, training experience, customer service awareness, and an ownership mindset developed from both airline and Part 91 environments.

My goal is to join a quality flight department where I can be a reliable team member, support a high standard of safety and service, and build a long-term future in corporate aviation.

Education

Millard South
High School August 26, 1991 - May 10, 1994 I developed an interest in flying at a young age, and during high school I began actively pursuing aviation as a career. I soloed at age 16, earned my Private Pilot Certificate shortly after turning 17, and completed my Instrument Rating while still in high school. One month after graduation, I earned my Commercial Multi-Engine certificate. Those early accomplishments gave me a strong foundation in discipline, responsibility, and commitment, and confirmed that aviation was the career path I wanted to pursue.
University of Nebrska at Omaha
Aviation management August 8, 1994 - May 17, 1996 attended the University of Nebraska at Omaha as part of the first class of its aviation program. During my time there, I was a founding member of the UNO flight team and helped establish the university’s Alpha Eta Rho aviation fraternity chapter. Those early experiences built the foundation for my professional aviation career and reinforced the discipline, responsibility, and commitment required to succeed as a pilot.

Work Experience

Lead corporate pilot (PART-91)-C-421 PIC
D’s Market Present - 11-2024 Serve as Pilot in Command for Part 91 corporate flight operations throughout the western United States (CA, NV, AZ, NM, CO, UT).• Exercise full operational authority and responsibility for the safe and efficient conduct of all flights.• Perform complete flight planning including performance calculations, weight & balance, weather analysis, fuel planning, and risk assessment.• Ensure strict compliance with FARs, company policies, and best operating practices.• Manage aircraft maintenance coordination, scheduling inspections, tracking AD compliance, and maintaining aircraft logs and records.• Coordinate scheduled and unscheduled maintenance with vendors to ensure maximum aircraft availability and airworthiness.• Maintain aircraft databases (FMS/GPS), charts, and subscriptions to ensure regulatory and operational currency.• Oversee aircraft cleanliness, presentation, stocking, and readiness to corporate standards.• Arrange catering and passenger accommodations as required.• Maintain professional communication with company leadership and passengers while delivering a high level of customer service.• Manage hangar organization and support ground handling as needed
Sim instructor
CAE 05-2024 - 05-2023 Delivered ground school and full-motion simulator instruction for CRJ-200, CRJ-700/900, and Challenger 850 programs under Part 121 and Part 142.• Instructed and evaluated First Officers and Direct Entry Captains in initial, upgrade, transition, and recurrent training.• Conducted ATP-CTP, type rating, and recurrent training events in accordance with FAA-approved training programs.• Led LOFT scenarios emphasizing CRM, decision-making, leadership, and threat/error management.• Prepared pilots for checkrides and proficiency checks while reinforcing SOP adherence and regulatory compliance.• Debriefed complex training events, providing structured performance feedback and corrective action strategies.• Maintained strict compliance with FAA regulations, company training manuals, and client airline standards.• Collaborated with training center management and check airmen to ensure standardized instruction and evaluation consistency.• Mentored pilots transitioning into captain roles, emphasizing command authority, operational risk management, and professionalism
Captain
PSA 04-2023 - 01-2022 Served as Pilot in Command in Part 121 scheduled passenger operations in the CRJ fleet.• Exercised full operational authority and responsibility for the safe, legal, and efficient conduct of all assigned flights.• Led flight deck crew in compliance with FAA regulations, company SOPs, MEL procedures, and operational control requirements.• Conducted comprehensive preflight planning including weather analysis, performance calculations, fuel planning, and risk assessment.• Managed abnormal and emergency situations using sound aeronautical decision-making and CRM principles.• Coordinated with Dispatch, Maintenance Control, ATC, and Cabin Crew to ensure safe and on-time operations.• Mentored and developed First Officers, reinforcing standardization, professionalism, and cockpit leadership.• Maintained high standards of passenger service while upholding strict safety culture expectations.• Successfully completed Direct Entry Captain training and command qualification program
First officer
Horizon Air 12-2021 - 02-2021 Served as Second-in-Command in Part 121 scheduled passenger operations.• Assisted the Captain in the safe, legal, and efficient conduct of all flight operations in accordance with FAA regulations and company SOPs.• Performed flight planning duties including weather analysis, performance calculations, fuel planning, and weight & balance verification.• Executed normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures using established checklist discipline and CRM principles.• Maintained situational awareness and actively supported decision-making in dynamic operational environments.• Coordinated effectively with Dispatch, Maintenance Control, ATC, and Cabin Crew to ensure safe and on-time performance.• Conducted thorough preflight and post-flight inspections to ensure aircraft airworthiness and compliance.• Delivered professional passenger-focused service while maintaining strict safety standards
First officer
Horizion air December 31, 2021 - February 15, 2021 First Officer for Horizon Air operating the Bombardier Q400 in scheduled Part 121 airline service throughout the Pacific Northwest and western United States. Experience included high-density terminal operations, mountainous terrain environments, special airport procedures, RNP operations into challenging airports, and hand-flown Category III approach procedures. Operated in a two-crew airline environment with strong emphasis on SOP compliance, CRM, threat and error management, adverse weather operations, and passenger safety.

Highlights

Captain
January 3, 2022 Selected as a Direct Entry Captain for PSA Airlines on the CRJ 700/900, reflecting a strong turbine, multi-engine, Part 121, and crew leadership background. Completed captain-level training and operated in a high-standard airline environment focused on SOP compliance, CRM, risk management, passenger safety, and professional decision-making. This experience strengthened my leadership, systems knowledge, procedural discipline, and ability to operate effectively in complex airline operations.
Private
September 10, 1992 Earned my Private Pilot Certificate at age 17 while still in high school, demonstrating an early commitment to aviation, strong discipline, and the ability to balance academic responsibilities with the demands of flight training. This milestone confirmed my long-term goal of becoming a professional pilot and laid the foundation for my aviation career.

Aircraft Experience

C-421
  • Time in Type: 220 hrs
  • Last Training: September 15, 2025
  • Training Type: Annual
CRJ200
  • Time in Type: 2800 hrs
  • Last Training: September 12, 2023
  • Training Type: Sim
  • Facility: CAE
CRJ700
  • Time in Type: 400 hrs
  • Last Training: January 17, 2023
  • Training Type: Recurrent
  • Facility: AA training center
BE-1900
  • Time in Type: 250 hrs
  • Last Training: October 14, 2005
  • Training Type: Initial
BE90
  • Time in Type: 65 hrs
DHC-4
  • Time in Type: 252 hrs
  • Last Training: March 10, 2021
  • Training Type: Initial
  • Facility: Flight safety