Gil Cabrales

Operate high-performance pressurized twin turboprop in corporate and business aviation mission profiles. Conducted cross-country IFR operations including KEKY to Washington Dulles (KIAD) and return — ~520 nm each leg. Completed full checkout and instrument proficiency review: 9 RNAV approaches, abnormal procedures (engine failure after takeoff, no-flap landing, abnormal gear extension), night currency. Maintain FAR 61.57 instrument and night currency independently — without reliance on airline simulator programs.

Operate high-performance pressurized twin turboprop in corporate and business aviation mission profiles. Conducted cross-country IFR operations including KEKY to Washington Dulles (KIAD) and return ~520 nm each leg. Completed full checkout and instrument proficiency review: 9 RNAV approaches, abnormal procedures (engine failure after takeoff, no-flap landing, abnormal gear extension), night currency. Maintain FAR 61.57 instrument and night currency independently without reliance on airline simulator programs.

Operate high-performance pressurized twin turboprop in corporate and business aviation mission profiles. Conducted cross-country IFR operations including KEKY to Washington Dulles (KIAD) and return ~520 nm each leg. Completed full checkout and instrument proficiency review: 9 RNAV approaches, abnormal procedures (engine failure after takeoff, no-flap landing, abnormal gear extension), night currency. Maintain FAR 61.57 instrument and night currency independently — without reliance on airline simulator programs.

Operate high-performance pressurized twin turboprop in corporate and business aviation mission profiles under Part 91. Conducted cross-country IFR operations. Completed full checkout and instrument proficiency review including RNAV approaches, abnormal procedures, and night currency. Maintain FAR 61.57 instrument and night currency independently.

Pilot in Command on scheduled Airbus A319/A320 operations under FAR Part 121 — accumulating substantial narrow-body jet PIC time across the continental U.S. Commanded all aspects of crew resource management, preflight briefings, weather decision-making, and passenger safety across 700+ annual flight segments from IWA base. Operated to destinations throughout the continental U.S. including mountain, high-density, and regional field environments. Demonstrated consistent performance in high-utilization, schedule-intensive operations.

Pilot in Command on scheduled Airbus A319/A320 operations under FAR Part 121 accumulating substantial narrow-body jet PIC time across the continental U.S. Commanded all aspects of crew resource management, preflight briefings, weather decision-making, and passenger safety across 700+ annual flight segments from IWA base. Operated to destinations throughout the continental U.S. including mountain, high-density, and regional field environments. Demonstrated consistent performance in high-utilization, schedule-intensive operations.

Pilot in Command on scheduled Airbus A319/A320 operations under FAR Part 121, accumulating substantial narrow-body jet PIC time across the continental U.S. Commanded all aspects of crew resource management, preflight briefings, weather decision-making, and passenger safety across 700+ annual flight segments. Operated to destinations throughout the continental U.S. including mountain, high-density, and regional field environments. Active flying concluded September 2020; remained on approved leave of absence through resignation July 2024.

Pilot in Command on scheduled Airbus A319/A320 operations under FAR Part 121 — accumulating substantial narrow-body jet PIC time across the continental U.S. Commanded all aspects of crew resource management, preflight briefings, weather decision-making, and passenger safety across 700+ annual flight segments from IWA base. Operated to destinations throughout the continental U.S. including mountain, high-density, and regional field environments. Active flying concluded September 2020; remained on approved leave of absence through resignation July 2024.

MD-83/88 First Officer based at SFB (Sanford, FL), then IWA (Phoenix-Mesa) — narrow-body jet SIC operations on Allegiant leisure route network. Completed Airbus A319/320 type rating in 2014; continued as A319/320 First Officer until Captain upgrade June 2016. Accumulated 2,800+ hours SIC time across MD-80 series and Airbus A319/320.

MD-83/88 First Officer based at SFB (Sanford, FL), then IWA (Phoenix-Mesa) - narrow-body jet SIC operations on Allegiant leisure route network. Completed Airbus A319/320 type rating in 2014; continued as A319/320 First Officer until Captain upgrade June 2016. Accumulated 2,800+ hours SIC time across MD-80 series and Airbus A319/320.

MD-83/88 First Officer based at SFB (Sanford, FL), then IWA (Phoenix-Mesa) - narrow-body jet SIC operations on Allegiant leisure route network. Completed Airbus A319/320 type rating in 2014; continued as A319/320 First Officer until Captain upgrade June 2016. Accumulated 2,800+ hours SIC time across MD-80 series and Airbus A319/320.

MD-83/88 First Officer based at SFB (Sanford, FL), then IWA (Phoenix-Mesa) for narrow-body jet SIC operations on Allegiant leisure route network. Completed Airbus A319/320 type rating in 2014; continued as A319/320 First Officer until Captain upgrade June 2016. Accumulated 2,800+ hours SIC time across MD-80 series and Airbus A319/320.

On-demand private charter to corporate and high-net-worth clients throughout the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean, closely mirroring corporate flight department operations. 1,324 hours SIC in CE-560E, with emphasis on discretion and professionalism. Short-notice dispatch, independent flight planning, weight and balance, and all-weather operations in complex airspace environments. Regular operations into challenging and non-hub airports; direct interaction with principals and passengers.

On-demand private charter to corporate and high-net-worth clients throughout the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean — closely mirroring corporate flight department operations. 1,324 hours SIC in CE-560E — precise, schedule-sensitive, client-focused charter with emphasis on discretion and professionalism. Short-notice dispatch, independent flight planning, weight and balance, and all-weather operations in complex airspace environments. Regular operations into challenging and non-hub airports; direct interaction with principals and passengers.

On-demand private charter to corporate and high-net-worth clients throughout the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean - closely mirroring corporate flight department operations. 1,324 hours SIC in CE-560E - precise, schedule-sensitive, client-focused charter with emphasis on discretion and professionalism. Short-notice dispatch, independent flight planning, weight and balance, and all-weather operations in complex airspace environments. Regular operations into challenging and non-hub airports; direct interaction with principals and passengers.

On-demand private charter to corporate and high-net-worth clients throughout the U.S., Canada, and Caribbean — closely mirroring corporate flight department operations. 1,324 hours SIC in CE-560E — precise, schedule-sensitive, client-focused charter with emphasis on discretion and professionalism. Short-notice dispatch, independent flight planning, weight and balance, and all-weather operations in complex airspace environments. Regular operations into challenging and non-hub airports; direct interaction with principals and passengers.

PIC on regional turboprop routes operating into challenging airports, limited-approach environments, and variable weather conditions. Two-pilot CRM leadership with emphasis on situational awareness, SOPs, and safety culture.

PIC on regional turboprop routes operating into challenging airports, limited-approach environments, and variable weather conditions. Two-pilot CRM leadership with emphasis on situational awareness, SOPs, and safety culture.

PIC on regional turboprop routes operating into challenging airports, limited-approach environments, and variable weather conditions. Two-pilot CRM leadership with emphasis on situational awareness, SOPs, and safety culture.

PIC on regional turboprop routes operating into challenging airports, limited-approach environments, and variable weather conditions. Two-pilot CRM leadership with emphasis on situational awareness, SOPs, and safety culture.

New hire ATR-42/72 First Officer based at San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU), operating Caribbean island routes. Transferred to EMB-145 First Officer at Chicago O'Hare (ORD) for high-frequency regional jet operations, then to Los Angeles (LAX). Upgraded to Saab 340 Captain at LAX, operating PIC on turboprop regional routes through April 2005.

New hire ATR-42/72 First Officer based at San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) — July through November 1999. Operated Caribbean island routes including Sint Maarten and St. Thomas. Transferred to EMB-145 First Officer at Chicago O'Hare (ORD) — approximately 18 months operating high-frequency regional jet operations into congested hub and outstation environments. Transferred to EMB-145 First Officer at Los Angeles (LAX) — continued regional jet operations into Western U.S. destinations. Upgraded to Saab 340 Captain at LAX — direct upgrade, never flew the Saab 340 as First Officer. PIC on turboprop regional routes through April 2005.

Upgraded to Saab 340 Captain at LAX direct upgrade, never flew the Saab 340 as First Officer. PIC on turboprop regional routes through April 2005.

New hire ATR-42/72 First Officer based at San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) — July through November 1999. Operated Caribbean island routes including Sint Maarten and St. Thomas. Transferred to EMB-145 First Officer at Chicago O'Hare (ORD) — approximately 18 months operating high-frequency regional jet operations into congested hub and outstation environments. Transferred to EMB-145 First Officer at Los Angeles (LAX) — continued regional jet operations into Western U.S. destinations.

New hire ATR-42/72 First Officer based at San Juan, Puerto Rico (SJU) - July through November 1999. Operated Caribbean island routes including Sint Maarten and St. Thomas. Transferred to EMB-145 First Officer at Chicago O'Hare (ORD) - approximately 18 months operating high-frequency regional jet operations into congested hub and outstation environments. Transferred to EMB-145 First Officer at Los Angeles (LAX) - continued regional jet operations into Western U.S. destinations. Upgraded to Saab 340 Captain at LAX - direct upgrade, never flew the Saab 340 as First Officer. PIC on turboprop regional routes through April 2005.

Single-pilot IFR cargo operations under FAR Part 135 in Piper PA-32 Lance and Piper PA-31 Chieftain — frequently at night and in IMC. Approximately 455 hours single-pilot Part 135 IFR time accumulated — representing the difference between Part 135 minimum hire requirements (1,200 hrs) and total time at ATP checkride (1,655 hrs). Managed all PIC duties independently: dispatch releases, flight planning, weight and balance, airspace coordination, and all-weather night operations.

Single-pilot IFR cargo operations under FAR Part 135 in Piper PA-32 Lance and Piper PA-31 Chieftain - frequently at night and in IMC. Approximately 455 hours single-pilot Part 135 IFR time accumulated - representing the difference between Part 135 minimum hire requirements (1,200 hrs) and total time at ATP checkride (1,655 hrs). Managed all PIC duties independently: dispatch releases, flight planning, weight and balance, airspace coordination, and all-weather night operations.

Single-pilot IFR cargo operations under FAR Part 135 in Piper PA-32 Lance and Piper PA-31 Chieftain - frequently at night and in IMC. Approximately 455 hours single-pilot Part 135 IFR time accumulated - representing the difference between Part 135 minimum hire requirements (1,200 hrs) and total time at ATP checkride (1,655 hrs). Managed all PIC duties independently: dispatch releases, flight planning, weight and balance, airspace coordination, and all-weather night operations.

Single-pilot IFR cargo operations under FAR Part 135 in Piper PA-32 Lance and Piper PA-31 Chieftain, frequently at night and in IMC. Accumulated approximately 455 hours single-pilot Part 135 IFR time. Managed all PIC duties independently: dispatch releases, flight planning, weight and balance, airspace coordination, and all-weather night operations.

FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor - earned through demonstrated student pass rate and instructional excellence at Sierra Academy. Instructed Chinese national students in FAA-approved flight training program - full progression from private pilot through instrument rating add-on through commercial multi-engine add-on. Primary, instrument (CFII), and multi-engine instruction; standardization pilot duties including curriculum development and student evaluations. Endorsed students for FAA practical examinations including commercial single-engine checkride.

FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor — earned through demonstrated student pass rate and instructional excellence at Sierra Academy. Instructed Chinese national students in FAA-approved flight training program — full progression from private pilot through instrument rating add-on through commercial multi-engine add-on. Primary, instrument (CFII), and multi-engine instruction; standardization pilot duties including curriculum development and student evaluations. Endorsed students for FAA practical examinations including commercial single-engine checkride.

FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor earned through demonstrated student pass rate and instructional excellence. Instructed Chinese national students in FAA-approved flight training program (private pilot through instrument rating add-on, commercial multi-engine add-on). Primary, instrument (CFII), and multi-engine instruction; standardization pilot duties including curriculum development and student evaluations. Endorsed students for FAA practical examinations including commercial single-engine checkride.

FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor — earned through demonstrated student pass rate and instructional excellence at Sierra Academy. Instructed Chinese national students in FAA-approved flight training program — full progression from private pilot through instrument rating add-on through commercial multi-engine add-on. Primary, instrument (CFII), and multi-engine instruction; standardization pilot duties including curriculum development and student evaluations. Endorsed students for FAA practical examinations including commercial single-engine checkride.

Six years enlisted; honorably discharged at rank of Sergeant. Combat deployment Operation Desert Shield / Desert Storm, Saudi Arabia. Instilled lifelong discipline, leadership, and composure under pressure — applied daily in professional aviation.