I am a CFII, MEI, with 2744 total hours, 92 multi hours.  I have my BS in aeronautics from Liberty.  I am working part-time as a CFII /MEI. My full-time career is with Tampa Fire Rescue, where I have been for the last 24 years. I am looking for a second career, and I want to continue it in aviation. I have been flying since I was thirteen and have also been very passionate about aviation. 

Education

Liberty
BS Aeronautics July 17, 2023 - Present I graduated from Liberty with a 3.89 GPA in aeronautics. I am currently working on my master's in aviation safety. I also have an ADN in Nursing and graduated with a 3.9 GPA.

Work Experience

FIre Captain
Tampa Fire REscue September 16, 2002 - Present I am the ARFF Captain assigned to the Tampa ARFF Division. I am required to respond to and mitigate all aircraft emergencies at TPA. I am required to have a general understanding of multiple aircraft systems and emergency procedures. I supervise 15 employees every shift. I am required to have a thorough understanding of FAA 139 operations, along with fire standards and local laws.
Flight Instructor
KC Aero Academy - February 26, 2018 I have been with KC Aero Academy since 2018 and have helped build it from a two-plane flight school to a nine-plane school. Currently, we are applying for a Part 141 certification. I have helped develop curriculum and mentored new pilots
First Officer
Air Services Epress June 9, 2022 - December 11, 2021 I worked as a First Officer on a King Air 200. We provided charter service and air ambulance throughout the East Coast of the U.S. and the Bahamas. I worked part-time on a contract basis.

Highlights

Fire Fighter of the quarter
March 14, 2025
Fire Fighter of the year
February 7, 2026

Aircraft Experience

Airbus
  • Time in Type: 1.4 hrs
  • Last Training: March 8, 2026
  • Training Type: Familiarization
  • Facility: ATOP
King Air (Beechcraft)
  • Time in Type: 30.7 hrs
  • Last Training: May 21, 2022
  • Training Type: SIC
Piper
  • Time in Type: 30.6 hrs
  • Last Training: May 19, 2025
  • Training Type: multi engine, MEI
Baron 55
  • Time in Type: 6.5 hrs
  • Last Training: May 21, 2024
  • Training Type: Recurrent
Diamond
  • Time in Type: 26 hrs
  • Last Training: May 14, 2017