20 year veteran Army Aviator with over 2600 hours of flight time between rotary and fixed wing aircraft. Currently serving as a CFI at a part 61 flight school as well as a H-EMS pilot. Both are based in Watertown, New York.

Education

Norwich University
Bachelor's degree - Major: History
Rochester Air Center
Technical or occupational certificate - Major: FAA Commercial Multi Engine Land

Work Experience

Certified Flight Instructor
Take Angels Aviation 01-07-2025 - Present Deliver high-quality flight instruction under FAR Part 61 at the Private, Instrument, and Commercial levels, developing disciplined, safety-focused pilots. Conduct biennial flight reviews and proficiency checks with an emphasis on sound judgment, risk management, and continuous improvement. Actively promote aviation safety as an FAA WINGS program participant, reinforcing a culture of professionalism, accountability, and lifelong learning.
Survivability Officer and Standardization Pilot
US Army 01-08-2023 - Present Conduct comprehensive risk analysis of tactical threats and develop effective mitigation strategies to support safe mission execution. Train aircrew members in tactical flight operations, emphasizing disciplined decision-making, crew coordination, and risk management. Lead training and evaluation of all assigned aircrew to ensure standardization, proficiency, and mission readiness. Develop realistic training scenarios, written evaluations, and Standard Operating Procedures to strengthen operational consistency, safety culture, and unit effectiveness.
Platoon Leader and Instructor Pilot
US Army 01-07-2021 - 08-08-2023 Led CH-47F Initial Flight Training Platoons of 8–16 students per class, overseeing all phases of instruction and standardization. Directed and mentored a cadre of eight instructors across multiple training stages to ensure consistency, safety, and instructional excellence. Managed training records, aircraft allocation, and payroll for assigned personnel while maintaining regulatory and administrative compliance. Conducted flight instruction, formal evaluations, and quality assurance checks to uphold training standards and mission readiness.
Instructor Pilot
US Army 01-03-2018 - 01-07-2021 Provided flight instruction and maintained training records for up to 40 company pilots, ensuring proficiency, compliance, and standardization. Developed written examinations, proctored evaluations, and led classroom instruction in technical tasks and aircraft systems, safety, and Crew Resource Management, reinforcing a strong culture of professionalism and operational excellence.
Pilot In Commander and Unit Trainer
US Army 01-01-2017 - 03-03-2018 Safely operate aircraft on missions throughout Central and South America, supporting U.S. and allied operations across the region. Plan and execute complex flight operations in dynamic environments, coordinating mission requirements and operational constraints. Train aircrew members in technical tasks and conduct local area orientation to ensure proficiency, situational awareness, and mission readiness.
Company Commander and Pilot in Command
US Army 01-03-2012 - 01-01-2017 Led Headquarters and Forward Support Companies consisting of between 80-130 personnel delivering human resources, supply, operations management, logistics, fleet maintenance, food service, and security support. Served as Operations Officer responsible for long-term planning and execution in support of a 3,500-person organization. Concurrently served as Pilot in Command of the CH-47F, integrating aviation operations with organizational mission objectives.
Pilot
Air Methods - January 4, 2026 Provide on demand medical transport of passengers under FAR part 135. Monitor changing weather conditions, receive flight requests and determine if flight is possible based on FAR's, company operations specifications and operations manual. Ensure airworthiness of aircraft prior to each flight and conduct servicing of aircraft between flights. Work with clinical flight crew to provide top quality care to patients en route and prioritize safe operations over all else.

Aircraft Experience

CH-47 Chinook
  • Time in Type: 2300 hrs
  • Last Training: September 1, 2025
  • Training Type: Recurrent
C-150
  • Time in Type: 100 hrs
  • Last Training: June 20, 2026
C-172
  • Time in Type: 150 hrs
  • Last Training: June 20, 2026
Cirrus
  • Time in Type: 10 hrs
  • Last Training: June 20, 2026
  • Training Type: Inital
EC135
  • Time in Type: 50 hrs
  • Last Training: April 26, 2026
  • Training Type: Initial
  • Facility: Flight Safety
PA-34
  • Time in Type: 25 hrs
  • Last Training: October 8, 2025