U.S. Air Force officer, aviator, and FAA Certified Flight Instructor with over 12 years of military aviation and flight training experience in high-tempo operational environments. Proven leader with expertise in mission planning, crew coordination, risk management, and developing safe, proficient pilots. Recognized for sound aeronautical decision-making, operational excellence, and the ability to lead effectively under pressure while maintaining the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Active Top Secret security clearance.

Education

University of Tampa
BS in Biology -

Work Experience

Check Airman / Team Lead
Kingsky Flight Academy - April 1, 2024 • Conduct stage checks and proficiency evaluations, assessing student performance in accordance with FAA ACS. • Deliver ground and flight instruction for Private Pilot, Instrument, and Commercial training under Part 141, emphasizing FAA regulations, aircraft systems, aeronautical decision-making (ADM), and safe flight operations. • Train and mentor domestic and international students and flight instructors, adapting instruction to individual learning styles while ensuring standardized, high-quality training. • Maintain accurate training records and evaluations while promoting a strong safety culture through Crew Resource Management (CRM), risk management, professionalism, and regulatory compliance.
HC-130J Combat Systems Officer
US AIr Force Reserves - March 1, 2016 • Coordinate complex Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR) missions, integrating multiple aircraft and agencies to execute time-critical personnel recovery operations. • Develop and execute mission plans by analyzing weather, terrain, airspace, aircraft performance, fuel requirements, and operational risks to ensure safe and effective mission execution. • Direct in-flight coordination of fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft during search and rescue, MEDEVAC, aerial refueling, and NVG operations while employing advanced FLIR/EO-IR sensor systems. • Apply CRM, ADM, and risk management principles in dynamic, high-tempo environments to maximize mission success and flight safety.

Highlights

US Air Force Air Medal
July 1, 2023 Awarded the U.S. Air Force Air Medal for meritorious achievement while participating in more than 20 combat missions, demonstrating exceptional airmanship, mission execution, and commitment to accomplishing critical operational objectives.
Team Lead
December 1, 2024 Promoted to Team Lead as a CFI/CFII, providing instructional leadership and mentorship to flight instructors, standardizing training practices, and ensuring consistent safety, regulatory compliance, and student success across flight operations.