I love aviation. I started my career in 1987 as a flight attendant for American Airlines. I began flight training as soon as I could pay for lessons which was 1991. I have worked as a delivery pilot. I flew A Piper Seneca III Part 91 for 1 year and blocked over 400 hours. I flew 2 years at TransStates Airlines in The ATR. I moved on to AirTran Airways and served as a Captain on The DC9 and B717. I was a check Airman on the 717 for 5 years. I retired from SWA on Jan 16 2026 as a 737 Captain. 
I own a Beach Baron 55 D model. I love flying and would like to help young aviators learn to make good choices. 

Education

The University of Texas at Austin
BA - History August 3, 1981 - May 30, 1986 I worked my way through UT Austin waiting tables and working for caterers. I learned a lot of customer service skills and how to work with others in pressure filled situations. I learned to provide service with a smile and genuine concern .

Work Experience

Captain B737
Southwest Airlines January 12, 2015 - January 16, 2026 I served as a Captain on B737 (multiple models) from Sept 2015-Jan 2026. SWA purchased my previous employer. I flew as an FO for 9 months becoming familiar with SWA operations before upgrading.
Captain DC9 / B717
AirTran Airways December 28, 2014 - May 1, 2000 I served as a DC9 FO and DC9 Captain and transitioned to B717 Captain. After several years as a B717 Captain , I served as a Check-Airman on B717 for 5 years. I also facilitated CRM courses and other ground schools. I was awarded The Excellence Award in 2004 for starting a pilot assistance program to support pilots dealing with personal hardships This program supported air safety by supporting pilots in their time of need.