Thomas Gratton
Pilot • ERJ-175 Captain with 33 years of experience • Captain
Flight Experience & Aircraft
3 type ratings • 28,900 total hours
Total Hours
28,900
Multi-Engine Hours
27,678
Jet Hours
23,850
Turboprop Hours
3,814
Type Ratings
EMB 175
Training date: Oct 2025
Training facility: FSI
5,000 hours in type
CRJ200
Training date: Oct 2000
Training facility: FSI
17,180 hours in type
EMB 120
Training date: Sep 1998
Training facility: FSI
1,690 hours in type
Certificates & Qualifications
FAA First Class Medical
Issued Mar 2026
Expires Invalid Date
Work Experience
Captain / Line Check Airman
SKYWEST AIRLINES
Commanded Part 121 operations in ERJ-175, CRJ-200, and EMB-120 aircraft. Served as Line Check Airman from 2007–2019, evaluating and mentoring captains and first officers while ensuring compliance with FAA and company standards. Conducted flight operations in mountainous terrain, adverse weather, congested airspace, and international destinations. Coordinated closely with dispatch, maintenance, ATC, and operational leadership to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science
Montana State University at Bozeman, Montana
Minor Industrial/Management Engineering
Montana State University at Bozeman, Montana
Profile Overview
28,900
Total Flight Hours
3
Aircraft Types
31
Years Experience
Personal Interests
My number one interest while at home is restoring old muscle cars from the 1960’s and 1970’s. I am a do-it-yourselfer and try to do most of the work my self. In keeping with the do-it-yourself spirit, I also like to engage in home improvement projects. Other pastimes include golfing, snow skiing and international travel.