Experience

FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam)

• Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Representative

  • 2009 - Present

  • Periodic educator / speaker at FAA Safety events on various subjects for general aviation pilots and CFI’s o Decision Making, Loss of Control, Stalls and Spins, Human Factors, Situation Awareness, Risk Management, Night Flying & more • Revamped several computer-based training courses for general aviation presentations • Performed various flight and ground instruction activities • Periodic educator / speaker at FAA Safety events on various subjects for general aviation pilots and CFI’s o Decision Making, Loss of Control, Stalls and Spins, Human Factors, Situation Awareness, Risk Management, Night Flying & more • Revamped several computer-based training courses for general aviation presentations • Performed various flight and ground instruction activities



VF Corporation

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 700 & Above Employee

• • Sep 2010 - Aug 2016

  • Responsible for overall management and leadership of a Team of 25 staff and 6 Jet aircraft for a Fortune 500 Corporate Aviation Flight Department with multiple bases in USA and EuropeIncorporated 21st century technology into everyday operations improving communications, efficiency, sustainability and productivity in all phases of operations while increasing quality of life of staff• Led transition from “legacy” 1980’s generation aircraft and technology to 21st century “advanced avionics” aircraft and systems to include pilot, technician and support staff training• Integration of CPDLC, ADS-C, ADB-B, RNP 4 for Oceanic Operations, including training and all FAA approvals• Led planning, design, and construction of multi-million dollar aircraft hangar to include working with Airport Authority, City, County, FAA, and TSA, resulting in a state of the art, energy efficient maintenance and storage facility• Implemented developmental training for staff to include leadership, communication, computer skills, CRM/MRM, High Altitude Physiology, Water Survival, cold weather operations, interpersonal skills, etc.• Implemented interdepartmental Team building and communications program• Instituted internship program with major Aeronautical University• Led process with Human Resources Department enhancing employee total compensation programs, pilots loss of license protection and enhanced retirement policy• Responsible for all phases of numerous aircraft sales and acquisitions totaling over $75 million to include both domestic and international transactions • Fly as PIC and SIC on Company trips, both domestic and international operations Show less

• • Jan 2002 - Aug 2010

  • Led a Team of 12 pilots in domestic and international operations• Developed and implemented Department and aircraft specific Standard Operation Procedures• Implemented International Procedures Training • Implemented employee recognition program• Developed and implemented new pilot / contract pilot developmental program and syllabus• Coach, mentor and develop staff skills in all areas of responsibility• Work with flight training providers to enhance and maximize training experience• Fly full domestic and international schedule Show less



FAA

• Allentown, Pennsylvania Area / Greensboro NC Area

• Designated Pilot Examiner

  • 1989 - 2002

  • Conduct FAA Practical Tests for pilot candidates; Private Pilot through ATP • Periodic reviews with area CFI’s on practical test procedures and applicant preparedness to help better potential outcomes • Conduct FAA Practical Tests for pilot candidates; Private Pilot through ATP • Periodic reviews with area CFI’s on practical test procedures and applicant preparedness to help better potential outcomes



VF Corporation

• United States
• Retail Apparel and Fashion
• 700 & Above Employee

• Captain / Senior Captain

  • Jun 1985 - Sep 2001

  • Worked with FAA to develop and implement initial RVSM program and approvals • Led trips throughout the USA, Canada, Latin America, Europe and the Caribbean • Served as Standards and Training Captain in various aircraft • Worked with FAA to develop and implement initial RVSM program and approvals • Led trips throughout the USA, Canada, Latin America, Europe and the Caribbean • Served as Standards and Training Captain in various aircraft