Tonille Lester
Flight Attendant • Part 91/135 Operations & Flight Scheduling Specialist | Aircare FACTS-Trained Corporate Flight Attendant | JetInsight & PFM | Flight Following | Crew Coordination • Client Services Representative
Flight Attendant Experience
31 aircraft types • 1 language
Years of Experience
5
Languages
1 language
Aircraft Types
31
Languages
Aircraft Experience
GIII
GIV
GV
GVII-G500/G600
LEAR 55
LEAR 60/60XR
LEAR 40/45/45XR
HAWKER 600
HAWKER 700
DA6X
DA-900
B-737
B-737 BBJ
CRJ200
CHALLENGER 300
CHALLENGER 350
CHALLENGER 604
CHALLENGER 650
EMB135/145
DA-2000LX
DA7X
DA8X
GLOBAL 6000
GLOBAL 5000
G200
G300
G400
G500
G550
G650
GII
Capabilities & Experience
VIP/5 Star Experience
Corporate Experience
Commercial Experience
Additional Skills & Details
Flight Operations, Client Services, Leadership, SMS proficiency, FAR Knowledge, FAA Compliance, Scheduling CRM/ Crew communication, Fine Dining, Five-Star Service, and concierge services
Work Experience
Contract Flight Attendant
MassMutual Flight Department
Support C-suite executives while maintaining confidentiality and meeting exceptional service standards Anticipate executive travel needs and respond quickly and efficiently to changing operational requirements Implement SMS and emergency protocols in accordance with FARs and company standards while coordinating with flight crews, emergency preparedness, ensuring aircraft readiness, securing catering, inventory and cabin requirements.
Client Services Representative & Cabin Attendant
Slate Aviation
Client Services Representative: Oct 2025 - Present Monitor active NOTAMs, TFRs, aircraft status, operational changes and flight activity for an average of 4-8 daily charter operations across 6 aircraft and 24 crew members. Collaborate with internal aviation teams and external service providers to resolve operational challenges, develop efficient solutions and maintain continuity of charter flight operations and customer satisfaction. Utilize JetInsight and PFM workflows for flight following, schedule management, FBO logistics and trip coordination (FBO services and fees, TSA screening, manifest updates, crew data, post flight reports, etc.) Maintain FAA Regulatory Compliance and strict passenger manifest oversight across TSA Secure Flight and international eAPIS protocols. Coordinate passenger and crew trip logistics (ground transportation, baggage handling, catering, etc.) Apply SMS to identify and mitigate risks and audit crew duty limitations, rest requirements, and IRROPS. Monitor written passenger feedback and in app ratings to ensure client retention and satisfaction. Cabin Attendant: April 2023 - Present Executed cabin safety and security protocols onboard corporate aircraft in strict accordance with FAA, ICAO, and IS-BAO standards and regulations. Conducted rigorous pre-flight inspections of safety, emergency, and galley equipment to ensure total aircraft readiness and trip compliance. Applied Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles with flight crews and ground personnel. Delivered discreet, bespoke inflight service to part 135 clients and part 91K fractional owners. Service included: menu planning, sourcing catering, aesthetic plating, wine selection/ pairing, decor selection, bed making, managing inventory, cabin prep, etc. Nanny and concierge services and light pet care as needed. Ground operational duties including, communicating with third party vendors, ordering fuel, potable water and lavatory service and securing ground transportation for passengers and crew including emergency medical assistance for passengers needing aide to board and exit aircraft Oversaw financial and inventory metrics, managing stockrooms, tracking supplies, and sourcing service needs within budget constraints.
Cabin Attendant
Journey Aviation
Supported domestic and international flight operations while maintaining operational readiness and excellent inflight cabin service. Coordinated trip logistics for crew including hotel accommodations, ground transportation, ground handling, catering and aircraft specific requirements.
Lead VIP Flight Attendant (Supervisor Inflight)
iAero Airways
Served as Lead Flight Attendant and concierge providing customized inflight service for VIP clients Direct report for Flight Attendant Crew. Managed Flight Attendant crew scheduling, onboarding, orientation and operational readiness. Supported talent acquisition and inflight training, while balancing staffing requirements with operational efficiency and aligning team performance with demanding client expectations. Executed key SMS and company policies- mitigating inflight risks and ensuring strict compliance with FARs
Education
Bachelor's Degree
Adelphi University at Garden City, NY
FACTS Emergency Safety Training
AirCare International
Certificate of Completion- Corporate Governance Course
Coursera
Profile Overview
5
Years Experience
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Personal Interests
- Aircare FACTS Safety & TSA Trained- 5+ years of experience supporting Part 91/135/121 flight operations - Proficient in JetInsight and PFM workflows, flight following, flight scheduling, TSA Secure Flight, eAPIS, NOTAM/TFR monitoring, Windows, Microsoft 365, Safetey Management Systems (SMS), and FBO logistics. - Experienced in white glove service, passenger/ crew support, operational logistics, flight coordination, FAA regulatory compliance, irregular operations (IRROPS), interdepartmental and third party vendor communication - Ensuring seamless management, execution and operation of flights from start to completion.
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