Joseph Haney

Operating the C-17 in support of global combat, contingency and humanitarian airlift missions. Planning and executing tactical flight operations, including low-level navigation, aerial refueling and assault landings. Exercising threat-error management while ensuring compliance with FAA/ICAO procedures and command directives.

Flying rescue missions for a national nonprofit to transport animals in need to foster homes, shelters and adoptive families. Donating flight time, personal aircraft use and mission planning expertise to support animal welfare efforts and facilitate live-saving relocations.

Completed the C-17 Pilot Initial Qualification Course with an overall academic average of 98%. Demonstrated proficiency in aircraft systems, multi-command operating instructions, instrument navigation, emergency procedures and tactics through intensive academic testing and comprehensive flight evaluations.

Completed the rigorous 44-week Undergraduate Pilot Training program at Vance AFB. Obtained 93 programmed T-6 hours and 103 T-1 simulator hours. Achieved a 97% academic average across 7 exams that evaluated 394 hours of classroom instruction covering weather, aerodynamics, formation flying, mishap prevention and crew resource management.