Daniel Gilkey

Delivers Initial and Recurrent Gulfstream G280 simulator and ground school instruction for Part 91 and Part 135 pilots in accordance with FAA and CAE standards. Conducts pre- and post-simulator briefings while delivering procedural, scenario-based, and CRM-focused instruction tailored to individual learning styles. Supports curriculum review and course development initiatives while adapting instruction to diverse domestic and international customer backgrounds with a professional, customer-focused training approach.

Flew Embraer A-27 Tucano missions supporting Close Air Support (CAS) training for U.S. Special Operations Forces. Provided instruction to Joint Terminal Attack Controllers (JTACs) focused on communication, coordination, and tactical mission execution.

Trained Afghanistan Air Force pilots in all phases of A-29 Super Tucano flight operations from initial instruction through advanced tactical mission execution. Delivered instruction in familiarization, instrument procedures, air-to-surface attack, aerial interdiction, and close air support operations.

Flew UC-12B/M missions supporting senior U.S. military leadership in a multi-crew environment while managing flight planning and safe mission execution in accordance with SOPs and operational best practices.

Supported Gulfstream Airborne Product Support (APS) in domestic and international Astra/G100 operations, providing rapid-response transport of technicians, aircraft parts, and company leadership during AOG operations. Executed on-demand flight operations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean while coordinating flight planning, logistics, and customer support in dynamic environments.

Served as an AV-8B Harrier Senior Instructor Pilot and Ground School Instructor conducting advanced simulator and tactical flight training in a highly procedural environment. Supported squadron operations and logistics functions as a Harrier Aircraft Commander focused on mission readiness.