David Rogers

Operate safely throughout the United States and Canada under FAR Part 121 on behalf of the American Airlines brand. Lead comprehensive briefings with three crewmembers, emphasizing anticipated ride conditions and safety/security protocols. Collaborate with maintenance, dispatch, and airport operations teams to solve challenges and enhance on-time performance. Maintain outstanding situational awareness while operating throughout the Northeast Corridor, often in adverse weather.

Provided elite-level service to clients traveling throughout North America, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean under FAR Part 135. Performed fuel cost analysis; strategized fuel stops, ferry quantities, and developed hedge agreements leading to cost savings. Delivered safety briefings to passengers, highlighted en-route times, ride conditions, and cabin features/amenities.

Flew private owners and charter clients throughout North America, the Bahamas, and the Caribbean under FAR Parts 91/135. Coordinated with Flight Followers to arrange FBO services, coordinate fuel stops, and procure cabin amenities/catering items.

Transported passengers and cargo throughout North, Central, and South America under supplemental FAR Part 121 rules. Performed pre-flight inspections, confirmed aircraft maintenance status, and completed initial flight deck setup procedures. Participated in crew briefings highlighting flight safety challenges, en-route times, ride conditions, and security concerns. Coordinated with station operations/system maintenance control to solve operational problems that may impact performance. Completed Special Qualification training required for operations in Guatemala City (GUA), and Port-au-Prince, Haiti (PAP). Trained in Crew Resource Management, Upset Prevention and Recovery, ETOPS, and ILS CAT II approach procedures.

Delivered on demand charter services and outstanding customer service to private clients flying under FAR Part 135. Received training in international operations/documentation, Class II Nav, HAZMAT, and Upset Prevention and Recovery. Created flight plans, defined fuel loads, analyzed weather data/NOTAMS, calculated performance, & coordinated FBO services.

As an independent contract pilot, provided outstanding VIP level service to elite clients traveling globally under FAR Part 91. Developed flight plans, placed fuel orders, analyzed weather/NOTAM data, calculated performance data, & liaised with FBO's. Arranged crew accommodation/ground transportation, tracked expenses, & submitted invoices for crew services/expenditures. Experienced in oceanic crossings/international procedures, CPDLC, HF radio, RVSM, and CAT III/Autoland procedures.