Roland Wahlroos-Ritter

Operate single-engine tow aircraft to safely launch gliders in compliance with FAA regulations, airfield procedures, and safety protocols. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate closely with glider pilots and ground crew to ensure precise takeoff alignment, tow speed, and release altitude. Monitor aircraft performance, weather conditions, and airspace activity to maintain safe and efficient operations. Execute precise flight maneuvers under varying conditions, including crosswind takeoffs/landings.

Operated Bombardier CRJ-200 and CRJ-700 aircraft as Second-in-Command (SIC) in FAR Part 121 scheduled passenger service across domestic route network. Key Responsibilities (short): Performed Pilot Flying (PF) and Pilot Monitoring (PM) duties, alternating each leg in multi-leg flight sequences Conducted comprehensive preflight planning, including dispatch release review, fuel planning, weight and balance, performance data, weather, and NOTAMs Operated in IMC and VMC, incl. visual and CAT II

Operated Beechcraft King Air 200 (BE20) aircraft as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in FAR Part 91 corporate operations and Second-in-Command (SIC) in FAR Part 135 charter operations. Key Responsibilities (short): Performed Pilot Flying (PF) and Pilot Monitoring (PM) duties, serving as PIC on Part 91 flights and SIC on Part 135 charter operations; conducted comprehensive flight planning including fuel requirements, weight and balance calculations, performance data, weather analysis, and NOTAMs

Instructed graduate and undergraduate courses in technical design, digital systems, and applied methodologies with emphasis on precision, safety-critical thinking, and professional standards. Key Responsibilities: Coordinated multi-section courses and instructional teams, ensuring consistency in curriculum delivery, learning objectives, and adherence to institutional standards across faculty