Fikredingil Tesfahun

Serves as Captain on the Embraer 145, operating Part 135 passenger flights out of Miami, FL. Ensure safe, efficient flight operations and full compliance with FAA regulations. Evaluates and certifies fellow pilots as a company Check Pilot, upholding rigorous standards of proficiency and safety.

Commanded scheduled passenger flights on the Embraer 145 across East Africa's diverse and demanding airspace. Upheld strict compliance with aviation regulations and safety standards while coordinating closely with crews and ground personnel. Delivered consistent, dependable performance that supported the national carrier's operations and growth.

Progressed from First Officer to Captain on the Embraer 145, flying VIP charter and ACMI contract operations across the African region. Promoted to Chief Pilot, overseeing crew operations, scheduling, and regulatory compliance for the fleet. Implemented standard operating procedures that strengthened operational efficiency across a diverse and demanding route network.

Piloted VIP charter and air ambulance missions on King Air 350, coordinating with onboard medical teams and family members during time-critical, high-stress flights. Directed flight planning, route selection, fuel management, and risk assessment for operations into remote, austere destinations across East Africa. Contributed to the rapid growth of a startup carrier by delivering safe, dependable operations in a fast-changing, resource-constrained environment.

Completed Africa's first Multi-Crew Pilot License (MPL) program with Ethiopian Airlines, advancing to Second in Command on the B737-700/800 fleet. Supported the Captain across all phases of flight, including pre-flight planning and time-critical decision-making, on international and regional routes. Adapted to complex, high-density hub operations while upholding rigorous safety standards and delivering a high level of service to a global passenger base.