Ryan Shipley

Log over 1,305 hours of accident-free Part 121 turbine line operations under IFR, frequently navigating high-density Class B hubs including ATL, CLT, DFW, ORD, DCA, MSP, and PHL. Apply SOPs, rigid automation management, and continuous flight mode annunciator (FMA) tracking to safely manage operational margins across all phases of flight. Actively participate in the carrier's Safety Management System (SMS) through proactive threat identification, risk mitigation, and data-driven safety reporting. Conduct comprehensive preflight planning and performance assessments using company EFB systems, dispatch releases, NOTAMS, and Jeppesen charts. Coordinate seamlessly with Captains, Dispatch, ATC, and ground personnel to safely manage non-routine events, weather impacts, and complex diversions. Utilize advanced CRM and TEM principles, focusing on cross-cockpit communication, active monitoring, and immediate error trapping during high-tempo operations. Maintain an unblemished training, checkride, and proficiency record alongside a current FAA First Class Medical.

Served as Pilot in Command for single-pilot turbine freight operations in the Cessna 208B during normal line operations, including frequent low-IFR and night flying. Operated in high-tempo, time-critical environments with limited ground support, applying disciplined planning, workload management, and threat anticipation to maintain safety margins. Conducted risk assessment and regulatory compliance for high-priority and HAZMAT cargo in accordance with 14 CFR Part 135, company GOM, and UPS requirements. Managed all phases of preflight and postflight operations, including airworthiness, MEL/CDL application, weight and balance, and cargo documentation, with emphasis on procedural discipline and error prevention. Maintained continuous coordination with dispatch and ground personnel to manage operational variability and support shared situational awareness. Represented the operator and customer at remote locations, balancing independent decision-making, professionalism, and safety in a single-pilot environment.

Completed FAA-approved CRJ-200 First Officer ground school and systems training under Part 121. Participated in simulator training emphasizing SOP adherence, CRM, and jet transition fundamentals. Gained exposure to airline dispatch, EFB procedures, and large-scale Part 121 operations.

Provided primary, instrument, and commercial flight instruction in single- and multi-engine aircraft in accordance with FAA ACS standards under Part 61 and Part 141 programs. Conducted structured preflight briefings, in-flight instruction, and post-flight debriefings, emphasizing safety, comprehension, and effective learning. Evaluated and documented student progress endorsed stage checks, and prepared applicants for FAA knowledge and practical tests. Adapted instructional methods to diverse learning styles and backgrounds, maintaining a professional, objective, and supportive training environment. Promoted sound aeronautical decision-making, risk management, and CRM principles while maintaining a strong safety record.

System Expert. Diagnosed, repaired and maintained complex electrical and navigational systems on military aircraft. Procedural Discipline. Applied rigorous military maintenance protocols and quality control standards to ensure mission readiness and airworthiness.