Carlos H Velasquez

Provided 2,028 hours of dual instruction in IFR, multi-engine, and commercial training. Cirrus Training Center Instructor for SR20/SR22 transition/proficiency training. Endorsed students for checkrides with high first-time pass rates.

Operated MQ-9 Reaper GCS supporting ISR missions and managed SATCOM/tactical data links. Served as HH-60G Pavehawk crew chief supporting Combat Search and Rescue (CSAR). Maintained cyber transport systems and network security in compliance with DoD standards.

Served as pilot-in-command on NYPD helicopter patrol missions (AW119, Bell 206L, 407, 429, 412) conducting ISR, VIP transport, and air-sea rescue operations. Operated Cessna 208B Grand Caravan on ISR missions under IFR/VFR. Led Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations utilizing DJI, Skydio, and Nightingale UAS. Conducted red team drone threat simulations in contested environments. Maintained exemplary safety record with zero incidents or FAA violations throughout 20-year tenure.