A dedicated Commercial Pilot and Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII/MEI) with over 540 flight hours and an adaptable, safety-first mindset forged through service in the US Army Reserve and Delta Air Lines, seeking to transition my local airspace expertise into a professional Commercial Pilot or Flight Instructor position.

Education

California State University Fullerton
BA Business Administration, Accounting September 1, 2009 - June 1, 2011 Cum Laude, Dean’s Honor List
Santiago Canyon College
AA Business Administration, Economics, Social and Behavioral Sciences September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2009 Salutatorian, President’s Scholar, with Highest Honors
Villa Park High School
High School Diploma September 1, 2003 - June 1, 2007 with Honors
ATP Flight School
Airline Career Pilot Program March 1, 2024 - December 1, 2024 Commercial Pilot: ASEL, Inst, AMEL Flight Instructor: CFI, CFII, MEI Ground Instructor: IGI

Work Experience

Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School February 1, 2025 - July 3, 2025 Taught students how to safely operate aircraft equipped with conventional instruments, Garmin GNS 430, G5, GTN 650, GFC 700 and G1000 avionics; trained/endorsed pilots to take FAA written/practical tests.
Flight Attendant
Delta Air Lines March 5, 2019 - Present Worked as the face of the Delta Air Lines brand, adhering to aviation regulation as an expert in emergency procedures, while maximizing the customer experience through aptitude and hospitality.
Cargo Specialist
United States Army Reserve April 7, 2016 - April 6, 2024 Supported the 211th Inland Cargo Transfer Company by attending monthly battle assemblies, fulfilling ad hoc duties assigned by leadership, and preserving physical fitness within the US Army’s APFT/ACFT standards.
Staff Accountant
VACO Accounting January 1, 2013 - March 1, 2018 Managed Fixed Assets by ensuring timely asset set-up and proper depreciation. Settled Accounts Payable, charging to appropriate cost centers using Oracle, Epicor, Coupa, Tropics and Calypso.
Direct Support Professional
HCDD September 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013 Upheld the well-being of consumers with special developmental needs, assisting with daily living activities, ensuring a secure home environment, and advocating for their societal rights and privileges.

Highlights

Student of the Month
May 1, 2024 ATP Flight School
Filipino (Tagalog)
April 7, 2016 Speaking, Reading, Writing Native/Bilingual Proficiency United States Army OPI: 3
Korean 한국어
April 7, 2016 Speaking, Reading, Writing Conversational Proficiency United States Air Force DLPT: 2+

Aircraft Experience

C-172
  • Time in Type: 335.6 hrs
C-150
  • Time in Type: 162.9 hrs
PA-28
  • Time in Type: 12.7 hrs
PA-44
  • Time in Type: 28.7 hrs
BE90
  • Time in Type: 4.2 hrs