Alan Shields

Operate advanced Boeing transport aircraft in domestic and international airline operations, emphasizing safety, regulatory compliance, crew coordination, and operational efficiency. Extensive long-haul international experience, adverse-weather decision-making, and complex airspace operations.

Part 135 passenger transport throughout the eastern United States aboard EMB-120 aircraft.

Worldwide military airlift and operational support missions, including large-aircraft operations, mission planning, flight leadership, and multi-crew coordination.

Undergraduate pilot training and tactical fighter operations; worldwide tactical and combat-support missions, including Desert Storm. Awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for exceptional combat mission performance and aviation leadership.