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Improved operational reliability and customer satisfaction by volunteering for temporary duty assignments across the network. Represented Ameriflight on the ASAP Event Review Committee, helping review safety reports and providing recommendations for procedural improvements. Served as Ground and In-Flight Security Coordinator for the TSA's Twelve-Five Standard Security Program Safely and efficiently conducted year-round operations in the Pacific Northwest, typically working Monday through Friday with a Saturday rotation.

Transitioned with the airplane owner from Part 135 charter to Part 91 corporate operations. PIC for maintenance functions Served dignitaries and high-profile individuals and conducted operations in international oceanic airspace. Managed in-flight Wi-Fi connectivity and entertainment systems. Accepted additional responsibilities and completed CAE's Continuous Descent Final Approach Training Program, and Controlled Flight into Terrain and Approach/Landing Accident Reduction Training Program

Supported the collegiate aviation program partnership by hosting safety meetings, working as a liaison with the FAA Charleston FSDO, contributing to program design, and serving as a VA certifying official. Interviewed and hired five team members, managed day-to-day operations, and taught in the classroom, while also performing flight instructor and check instructor duties.

Acquired extensive Asia-Pacific and international oceanic operating experience primarily during air ambulance operations, serving over thirty countries and territories. Served multiple federal agencies and was heavily involved during the successful DoD inspection and proving flight, resulting in reduced delays and enhanced relationships. Collaborated with domestic and international educators, engineers, and developers contributing to the development of space systems technology. Received four Atta Boy recognitions for the correct handling of in-flight hazardous situations.

Supervised a 12-member crew as a flight deck safety petty officer during aircraft recovery operations, and managed arresting gear system data collection and logs as a work center supervisor. Performed collateral duty inspector tasks for the Quality Assurance Office. Received eleven decorations, four citations, and three certificates of recognition.