Aviation safety professional with over 2,000 flight hours and a proven track record spanning flight instruction, operations management, and safety systems development. As a Gold Seal Certified Flight Instructor and Operations Specialist at the University of Nebraska Kearney, I lead Safety Management System (SMS) development, design Flight Risk Assessment Tools (FRAT), and author SOPs supporting both Part 141 and Part 61 flight training operations. My technical foundation includes a Commercial Pilot certificate (SEL/MEL) with instrument rating, ATP-CTP completion, and Advanced Ground Instructor certification, complemented by hands-on experience using CloudAhoy for FOQA and SMS data analysis. I am currently completing a Master of Science in Aviation Safety at Lewis University, where my research has focused on emerging cybersecurity vulnerabilities in modern avionics and aviation data systems. I bring a unique combination of operational flying experience and analytical safety expertise, and I am passionate about advancing proactive risk management and hazard identification practices across the aviation industry.
University of Nebraska Kearney
Bachelor of Science in Aviation August 20, 2018 - December 16, 2022 Aviation Major. Professional Pilot Emphasis. Honor graduate with a 3.7/4.0 GPA. Received College of Business and Technology Scholarship, Kearney Aviation Center Scholarship, International Student Scholarship, and UNK Dining Service Scholarship. Listed on Dean’s List (2018-2021). Participated in Academic Program Review for Office of International Education and NEXT, Business leadership program. Involved student organizations, Alpha Eta Rho (2020-2022), International Student Association (2020-2022), Japanese Student Association (2018-2021).
Lewis University
Master of Science in Aviation and Transportation January 12, 2026 - Present Safety and Operation Concentration. Currently enrolled. Expected to graduate in December 2027.
CFI / Operations Specialist
Nebraska Flight School (American Flight School) August 31, 2025 - October 9, 2023 - Safety Systems Architecture: Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive Safety Management System (SMS) for a Part 141 flight school. Designed the Flight Risk Assessment Tool (FRAT) and established protocols for hazard identification and risk mitigation.
- Regulatory Compliance: Authored and updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure 100% adherence to 14 CFR Part 141 and Part 61 regulations.
- Standardization Leadership: Managed flight training standardization and aircraft data review processes to ensure consistency across the instructional staff and student body.
Fleet Manager / Maintenance Controller
Nebraska Flight School (American Flight School) August 31, 2023 - Present - Strategic Growth & Logistics: Scaled and managed a fleet of training aircraft from 4 to 7 units. Directed all maintenance schedules to optimize fleet readiness, significantly reducing aircraft downtime.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Acted as the primary liaison between flight operations and multiple maintenance providers across various locations to ensure mission-capable status for all training assets.
- Quality Assurance: Conducted technical test flights to verify operational equipment functionality and aircraft safety post-maintenance.
Flight Dispatcher
Nebraska Flight School (American Flight School) - August 1, 2023 Operations Coordination: Managed complex aircraft scheduling and instructor/member records, ensuring operational efficiency and high service standards.
Gold Seal CFI
September 23, 2025 Earned the FAA's Gold Seal CFI distinction, awarded to instructors who demonstrate consistently high first-time pass rates among students for certificates and ratings — a recognition of instructional excellence and a track record of producing well-prepared, safety-minded pilots. This achievement reflects strong proficiency in both flight instruction (SEL/MEL) and a deep commitment to building pilot competency from the ground up.
U.S. Air Force Junior ROTC Program
Supported a Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) aviation program across multiple years in progressively expanding instructional roles. In 2023, served as Ground School Instructor and Chaperone, delivering foundational aeronautical knowledge — covering aerodynamics, weather, navigation, and aviation regulations — while ensuring a safe, structured environment for cadets during program activities. In 2024 and 2025, advanced to Instructor Pilot, providing cadets with hands-on flight instruction and direct exposure to general aviation operations. This progression reflects both growing instructional responsibility and a sustained commitment to aviation education and youth mentorship, alongside professional work in flight instruction and safety systems development.