FAA ATP-certified Embraer 145 type-rated pilot with 3,730+ hours of total flight time, including 573 hours Part 121 PIC and 1,068 hours Part 121 SIC. Experienced in domestic and international operations, winter weather, CRM, and standard operating procedures. Recognized for exceptional attendance, safety, professionalism, and operational excellence. Seeking to contribute as a Quick Upgrade Captain.

Education

Pachiappas College (India)
Bachelor's in Commerce -
Christ Church (India)
High School with Commerce major -

Work Experience

Captain
Piedmont Airlines (American Airlines - Regional) F j, Y - 2026-05-01 Served as Pilot in Command conducting Part 121 scheduled passenger operations in the Embraer -145. Operated domestic and Canadian international routes while ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and standard operating procedures. Led flight crews through normal, abnormal, and adverse weather operations, including winter-weather environments. Maintained the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and operational efficiency.
First Officer
Piedmont Airlines (American Airlines - Regional) 2022-10-01 - 2025-08-01
Captain
West Air (FedEx - Feeder) 2021-12-01 - 2022-08-01 Single-pilot IFR Part 135 cargo operations in the West Coast.
Certified Flight Instructor
Tradewind Flight Services 2017-08-01 - 2021-12-01 Delivered over 1,000 hours of instruction in Private, Instrument, Commercial and Multi-Engine training. Worked in a part 141 Flight school in North Carolina – Tradewind Flight Services. Worked as an owner operated Flight Instructor in El Monte - California.

Highlights

100% Attendance bonus recognition
December 1, 2025 100% Attendance bonus recognition from Director of Flight operations, Piedmont Airlines for the year 2025.
Exceptional Employee Award
Earned rehire eligibility as 'exceptional employee' in employment background verification at Tradewind Flight.
Non Stop Thanks
● Chief Pilot recommendation/appreciation letters from all previous employers. (Piedmont, Westair, Tradewind) ● Recognized with Piedmont Airlines "Non Stop Thanks" awards by Chief Pilots, Dispatchers, Crew, and Gate Agents for exceptional on-time turnarounds, flight safety, operational coordination, and customer care.

Aircraft Experience

EMB 135/140/145
  • Time in Type: 1641 hrs
Cessna
  • Time in Type: 256 hrs