A certified commercial pilot with a unique blend of management skills, combined with hands-on technical knowledge. Educated in Aviation Technology, Training and Development, Personnel Management, Corporate Development, and Delivery Skills. Experienced in problem identification, resolution, and management.

Education

Colorado Northwestern Community College
A.S - The Aviation Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree at Colorado Northwestern Community College is a hands-on aviation program designed to prepare students for professional careers in aviation flight operations and aircraft systems. The program combines academic coursework with FAA Part 141 flight training, allowing students to earn pilot certifications ranging from Private Pilot through Certified Flight Instructor while completing an associate degree. Students train in mountain flying environments with access to modern aircraft, experienced instructors, and extensive unrestricted airspace. The program also offers pathways for transfer into bachelor’s degree aviation programs and careers in commercial aviation.

Work Experience

Flight Instructor
Self Owned March 4, 2024 - Present 2024-25-26 Flight Instructor teaching various levels of flight training, including ground instruction and Mountain Flying. • Responsible for training students in subjects such as aircraft systems, operating procedures, handling emergencies, and problem analysis. • Instructed students in private and commercial courses. • Able to help a student overcome their learning plateaus and not give up when things become challenging. • Medallion Flight Instructor 1993. • Instructed students in proper techniques of how to check aircraft before flights to ensure that the engines, controls, instruments, and other systems are functioning properly.
Flight Instructor
Pvt Contractor July 16, 1993 - November 25, 1989 1989-1993 Flight Instructor teaching various levels of flight training, including ground instruction and Mountain Flying. • Responsible for training students in subjects such as aircraft systems, operating procedures, handling emergencies, and problem analysis. • Instructed students in private and commercial courses. • Able to help a student overcome their learning plateaus and not give up when things become challenging. • Medallion Flight Instructor 1993. • Instructed students in proper techniques of how to check aircraft before flights to ensure that the engines, controls, instruments, and other systems are functioning properly.

Highlights

Prop Balancer
August 12, 2024 Designed a self-centering device for LSA prop balancing of Rotax engines for the Pipestral Alpha Trainer

Aircraft Experience

BE-76 Duchess
  • Time in Type: 95 hrs
  • Last Training: August 15, 2025
  • Training Type: Teaching
  • Facility: Pvt Flight Instruction
  • Price/Day: $240.00