Previous Part 135 experience on V208B cargo operations including HAZMAT.  Most recent type rating was in the ATR 42/72 Legacy airframes.

Extensive flight experience in the Pacific Northwest with Mountain Flying and Known Icing conditions.

Education

Oregon State University
Bachelors of Science Computer Science December 1, 2014 - June 16, 2018 Post Bacc degree while working at Boeing in Flight Test Engineering.

Work Experience

Owner and Chief Flight Instructor
Allan Reitan Aviation LLC October 4, 2021 - Present Provide bespoke training opportunities for aircraft owners seeking private, instrument, and aircraft familiarization training. Lead one-on-one ground school for students, ensuring student readiness for future lessons and FAA written/practical exams. Offer flight reviews and instrument proficiency checks for qualified pilots, assessing airmanship & aeronautical decision making. Conducted group ground school lectures for private pilot students affiliated with the Boeing Employees Flying Association.
Captain - Cessna Grand Caravan
Empire Airlines September 26, 2025 - 9/7/2023 Operated as single pilot, safely transporting cargo throughout the Pacific Northwest on behalf of FedEx Feeder under Part 135. Demonstrated sound resource management while navigating complex airspace, high terrain, and fast-moving adverse weather. Tasked with flight and performance planning. Managed cargo loading processes, ensuring the safe/secure location of HAZMAT. Experience operating in icing conditions, on contaminated runways, and at outstation airports with limited operational resources. Successfully completed ground, systems, procedures, and simulator flight training for the ATR 42/72. Separated during IOE.
Flight Instructor
Pro-Flight INC August 28, 2023 - January 10, 2022 Provided primary and advanced training to 8+ concurrent career-focused/hobbyist students training under FAR Part 61. Tasked with performing sightseeing tours for tourists seeking aerial views of downtown Seattle, Puget Sound, and Mount Rainier.
Ground Instructor
Aviation Training Center January 20, 2020 - October 13, 2018 Guided a structured Part 141 ground school curriculum, providing instruction and FAA test preparation under FAR Part 141. Utilized media and visual aids to simplify subject matter, enabling student comprehension and enhancing first-time pass rates.
Flight Test Engineer Operations Technical Services Specialist
THE BOEING COMPANY January 1, 2018 - April 6, 2007 Analyzed flight test data using Boeing flight test computer systems to track flight hours, monitor open tasks, and produce operational reports and charts used by program management supporting the Boeing 787-9, 777F, 767BCF, and 737NG. Compiled flight test plans, logs, and engineering data packages for submission to the FAA, supporting certification efforts. Supported flight test operations on remote deployments, establishing temporary program offices, coordinating logistics, and ensuring operational readiness for engineering and test personnel. Operated throughout the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Caribbean. Produced data for Autoland and crosswind testing, engine performance evaluations, water spray testing, SROV, and ETOPS. Extracted and organized test server data, preparing roll-up metrics for review by test program managers and senior leadership. Previously served as a Boeing 757/767 Inventory Planner from 1997-1999 and Enterprise IT Systems Analyst from 1999-2007.

Highlights

Gold Seal CFI Award
October 23, 2023 9 out of 10 first time FAA Pass rate in the first two year cycle of instructing.

Aircraft Experience

C-208
  • Time in Type: 630 hrs
  • Last Training: April 9, 2025
  • Training Type: Empire Airlines Line Check
  • Price/Day: $175