Paul s Drusch

Serve as an international Boeing 787 Captain with approximately 27,500 total flight hours and an accident- and incident-free career record. Qualified as a Boeing 727 Flight Engineer, managing aircraft systems and supporting safe, coordinated flight operations. Served as First Officer on the B727, B757, B767, and A300 operating domestic and international scheduled passenger service. Advanced to Captain on the F100, B727, MD-80, B737, and B787 through steady performance, sound judgment, and effective crew leadership. Served as a Boeing 727 Check Airman from May 2001 through Sep 2001, assessing pilot proficiency and operating standards. Navigate oceanic routes, complex international airspace, high-density airports, mountainous terrain, and demanding weather conditions. Lead crews with a calm, direct style that supports teamwork, communication, and sound decisions during routine and abnormal events serving owners and passengers. Balance safety, schedule, and passenger comfort while maintaining professional service throughout each phase of flight. Continue flying approximately 80 to 100 hours per month ahead of planned retirement from American Airlines in Jun 2027.

Served as First Officer on the SF-340, supporting safe and reliable regional passenger service within the American Eagle network. Coordinated closely with captains, dispatch, and maintenance to maintain safety standards and on-time performance across daily regional operations.

Flew BE-99, BE-200, and BE-1900 aircraft while serving as a Check Airman and Instructor Pilot in regional passenger operations. Trained and evaluated pilots on aircraft procedures, company standards, crew coordination, and FAA operating requirements. Built broad piston and turboprop experience while operating into varied airports, weather conditions, and regional route environments.

Served as a Marine Corps officer in active duty and reserve assignments, supporting military aviation and air traffic control operations. Earned MOS 7320 (Air Traffic Control Officer) qualification after completing military air traffic control training and required certifications. Qualified as a Ground Controlled Approach and Tower Controller at MCAS El Toro and MCAS Futenma, directing aircraft safely in high-tempo military operations. Applied clear communication and sound judgment under pressure, skills carried forward into decades of airline leadership.