Thomas Black

Responsible for operating company aircraft in accordance with company policies, CFRs, and State regulations. Responsible for conducting assigned flights is a professional manner. Responsible for the maintenance of professional qualifications, and maintaining general knowledge of material in all company-issued manuals. Review all NOTAMs, chart changes, bulletins and memos. Review and analyze reported and forecast weather conditions. Complete weight and balance, if required.

Provide simulator seat support for crewmembers seeking initial and recurrent qualification at an FAR Part 142 training center. Conduct procedures and maneuvers training in a Flight Training Device (FTD)/Level D Full Flight Simulator. Lead training events in special emphasis areas including international operations, extended envelope (EET), upset prevention/recovery (UPRT), windshear detection/recovery, and Controlled Flight into Terrain (CFIT) awareness.

Providing pilot services to FAR Part 91 flight departments operating domestically and/or internationally. Accepting short and long-term contracts, as needed, to meet flight department demands.

Taught 5-credit Fundamentals of Instruction class to Flight Instructor candidates working towards a Bachelor of Science degree. Courseware included the learning/teaching process, effective communication, lesson planning, and critique/evaluation.

Conducted on-demand passenger operations in North/South America, Europe, Asia, Africa under FAR Parts 91/135. Provided high-end customer care by ensuring the aircraft is prepared for departure in advance of passenger arrival. Inspected aircraft, verify international flight plans, confirmed fuel load, performed weight & balance, and communicated with ATC.

Trained to serve as second-in-command in operations as assigned and conducted by the airline. Complied with all regulations and directives pertaining to the conduct of the flight in a manner suitable to the Captain. Responsible for ensuring that all required manuals, en-route charts, terminal and approach charts were up to date with the latest revision and aboard the aircraft.

Transported aircraft owners and charter clientele throughout the United States, Mexico and Caribbean under FAR Parts 135/91. Completed pre-flight inspections, checked weather, calculated aircraft performance and assisted the captain with operational duties. Ensured aircraft owners and family enjoy stress-free travel while maintaining good rapport and ensuring a positive experience.

Flew charter clientele throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Caribbean as part of FAR Part 135 retail sales and broker programs. Briefed passengers on weather, forecasted turbulence, flight schedule and any unique conditions that may affect travel plans.

Flew charter clientele throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Caribbean as part of an FAR Part 135 jet card program. Mentored newly qualified Hawker pilots, emphasis on operating techniques, crew resource management, and aircraft systems.

Transported Ultra High Net Worth Individuals and member clientele throughout North America, the Caribbean and Asia on behalf of VistaJet US, Inc. Progressed into international flying in the Challenger 350 with specialized experience flying throughout Asia with time spent flying Hawaii and Pacific Ocean crossings. Spent extensive time mentoring newly qualified First Officers on standard operating procedures, aircraft systems, and decision making/CRM principles.

Managed a team of 5 to 7 instructors and oversaw 30-student ab-initio training classes. I paired instructors with students, ensuring training complexity, experience, and personality were accounted for, making the experience streamlined while ensuring efficiency for the department. I provided weekly/monthly reports on student and instructor progress, adjusted flight schedules, and made recommendations for improvement areas to the Assistant Chief, Chief Instructor, and other Team Leaders.

Performed stage checks, flight reviews, and instrument proficiency checks for over 120 active students. Mentored 12 instructors/6 check instructors on fundamentals of instruction, practical test standards, and evaluating principles. Instructed 30-student ground school courses on aerodynamics, maneuvers, aircraft performance, flight planning, and regulations.

Transported business executives and guests throughout North America under FAR Part 135 regulations on behalf of VistaJet International. Conducted flight planning, reviewed aircraft performance data, and provided crewmember and passenger briefings. Coordinated/supervised unscheduled maintenance during Aircraft-on-Ground (AOG) events.