John "Craig" Keller

Operated long-haul and transoceanic flights with a focus on passenger safety and operational efficiency. Coordinated with dispatch, ATC, and out-station handlers to safely mitigate weather and mechanical irregularities, protecting multi-million-dollar assets and ensuring efficient flight operations. Utilized Boeing 787 advanced avionics and fly-by-wire systems to optimize performance. Applied strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify operational issues and implement effective solutions. Demonstrated adaptability and sound judgment in diverse operational environments. Awarded Boeing 787 Captain position prior to retirement; upgrade training deferred due to mandatory retirement timeline. Qualified and type-rated from the left seat for Boeing 757/767/787 augmented international operations.

Dual type rated 767/757 for world-wide flights, conducting worldwide passenger operations. Performed international and ETOPS flights, coordinating with dispatch, ATC, and flight crews to optimize routing, fuel efficiency, and performance. Executed comprehensive preflight and inflight checklist to mitigate risk and enhance safety.

Operated FAR 121 passenger flights throughout the United States, Mexico and Canada. Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to ensure safe, smooth and on-time operations with high passenger satisfaction.

Monitored aircraft systems and engine parameters, regulating performance per flight crew direction. Conducted system inspections and resolved discrepancies through analysis and corrective action. Completed all required preflight and inflight checklists to enhance operational safety.

Executed emergency procedures to maintain passenger and cargo safety during abnormal and emergency situations. Monitored and interpreted instruments to assess flight status, airline condition and geographic position. Troubleshot in-flight mechanical and operational issues and restored functionality.

Monitored aircraft systems and engine parameters, regulating performance per flight crew direction. Conducted system inspections and resolved discrepancies through analysis and corrective action. Completed all required preflight and inflight checklists to enhance operational safety.

B-1B Aircraft Commander; Supervisor of Flying. Squadron Safety Officer. Copilot: B-1B; Dual rated Pilot: T-38. Initial cadre for new B-1B aircraft and squadron.

Performed Co-Captain duties during aircraft flight operations. Squadron Flying Safety Officer; Dual rated Pilot: T-37. Distinguished Graduate: KC-135 Initial training.