Ruy Aquino
Flight Attendant • VIP Flight Attendant | 7+ Years International Aviation | First & Business Class • Director of Operations
Flight Attendant Experience
6 aircraft types • 3 languages
Years of Experience
7
Languages
3 languages
Aircraft Types
6
Languages
Aircraft Experience
A-318/319/320/321
A-321
A-330
A-350
B-777
B-787
Training & Certifications
Flight Attendant School
Sep 2014
First Aid Training
Oct 2014
Life Raft Training
Nov 2014
Capabilities & Experience
VIP/5 Star Experience
Commercial Experience
Will Travel on Short Notice
Willing to Airline to Departure City
Willing to Relocate
Food Handling Certificate
Current Passport
Additional Skills & Details
First & Business Class VIP Service High-Net-Worth & Executive Passenger Care Premium Food & Beverage Service Wine & Champagne Service Food & Wine Pairing Basic Sommelier Training Fine Dining & Table Service Food Handling Cabin Presentation & Preparation Crew Resource Management (CRM) Safety & Emergency Procedures (SEP) Emergency Evacuation Procedures CPR & Medical Emergency Response Cabin Security & Threat Awareness Passenger Conflict Resolution & De-escalation International Travel Document Verification Airport & Ground Operations Check-in, Boarding & Passenger Services Cross-Cultural Communication Multilingual VIP Customer Service Luxury Hospitality Discretion & Professionalism Team Leadership & Training Client Relationship Management Short-Notice Travel Availability International & Ultra-Long-Haul Experience
Work Experience
Director of Operations
888 Drone Wash
Oversee strategic business growth, key client relationships, partnerships, and service expansion across Tennessee and regional US markets as Founder and Business Development Lead. Direct commercial operations and present advanced technical service capabilities for high-profile industrial and infrastructure projects.
Business Development Manager
Fortress Construction
Drove corporate client acquisition, managed contract negotiations, and delivered high-standard client relations across domestic markets.
Flight Attendant
Qatar Airways
Delivered impeccable onboard safety, security, and passenger service as an integral member of the Cabin Crew Flying Department on ultra-long-haul and regional routes. Spent 3 years providing bespoke, white-glove hospitality in First and Business Class cabins, and 1 year leading service standards in Economy Class. Awarded a formal Letter of Appreciation (Nov 2015) following distinguished passenger commendations for exceptional crisis management and attentive care on flight QR721 from Doha to Chicago. Rigorously executed emergency evacuation protocols, cabin security checks, and medical response procedures under high-pressure environments.
Guest Services Agent
Etihad Airways
Provided elite guest services for international travelers, ensuring seamless coordination between ground operations and cabin teams. Completed advanced training in ground procedures, departure control systems (DCS), security awareness, and complex travel document verification.
Passenger Services Agent
Emirates Airline (Dnata)
Facilitated smooth passenger processing at check-in counters, boarding gates, and transfer desks, maintaining stringent baggage and documentation compliance. Upheld Dubai Airport's strict standard operating procedures to guarantee timely departures and optimal passenger satisfaction.
Sales and Customer Services Supervisor
Volkswagen of Brazil & FIAT of Brazil
Supervised customer service teams, managed client escalations, and directed retail sales operations exceeding regional performance targets. Awarded Salesperson of the Year (2004) at FIAT for exceptional client relationship management and communication skills.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
University of Mogi das Cruzes
High School
Tampere Public School at Tampere, Finland
Profile Overview
7
Years Experience
Personal Interests
Multilingual aviation professional with over 7 years of international cabin crew and premium passenger service experience, including 4 years as Qatar Airways cabin crew with 3 years dedicated to First and Business Class. Experienced in VIP hospitality, safety and emergency procedures, CRM, medical response, cabin security, conflict resolution, and personalized service for high-profile international travelers. Trained in premium food and beverage service, wine and champagne presentation, gourmet food pairing, and luxury service standards. Recognized by Qatar Airways with a formal Letter of Appreciation for exceptional crisis management and passenger care. Fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, with conversational Arabic. Based in Tennessee and interested in corporate, private, charter, and VIP flight attendant opportunities throughout the United States.
Aviation & International Travel
Hospitality & Entertaining
Wine & Fine Dining
Languages & Cultures
Fitness & Wellness