Pilot with 1,242 total hours (1,129 PIC), FAA Commercial MEL/SEL, Instrument Rated, CFI, R-ATP 1,250 eligible, and qualified with First Class Medical, high-performance, and complex aircraft endorsements. Experienced in complex/high-performance aircraft, crew coordination, safety protocols, and ground operations. Ready to deliver safe, reliable flight-deck performance.

Education

Utah State University
Bachelor of Science: Aviation Technology - Professional Pilot: Emphasis Fixed Wing 01-09-2017 - 01-03-2021 Graduate with a 3.91 GPA
Salt Lake Community College
Associate of Science: Aero/Aviation - Fixed Wing 01-09-2015 - 01-08-2017 Graduated with a 3.94 GPA

Work Experience

Certified Flight Instructor
King Aircraft Leasing, Heber City 01-05-2022 - 01-06-2025 Delivered 580+ hours of dual instruction primarily in complex and high-performance aircraft (Piper Arrow II and Cessna 182 Turbo), developing adaptable pilots who perform effectively under dynamic conditions. Managed aircraft scheduling, billing, and record-keeping, ensuring operational efficiency and accuracy.
Independent Flight Instructor
01-10-2023 - Present Tailored flight lessons to individual student needs in Tri Pacer, Cessna 172, 182, 182T, 150, and more. Built strong communication and decision-making skills through real-time scenario-based training
Aircraft Fueler
Menzies Aviation, Salt Lake City 01-04-2025 - Present Dispatched fuel accurately and efficiently to commercial airliners, gaining deep understanding of large-scale ramp operations and turnaround coordination critical to charter success

Highlights

CRJ 700 Simulator
February 12, 2019 Completed CRJ-700 Ground School and logged 32 hours in a full-motion simulator while at Utah State University. Gained strong foundational knowledge of jet operations, large-aircraft handling, and emergency procedures in a Part 121 environment.

Aircraft Experience

PA-28
  • Time in Type: 580+ hours hrs
  • Training Type: dual instruction
  • Facility: King Aircraft Leasing
Cessna, C-150, C-172, C-182
  • Time in Type: 580+ hours hrs
  • Training Type: dual instruction