U.S. Air Force Captain and FAA Commercial Pilot with 484 total hours including 191 turbine hours with some time in a KC-10A. Instrument rated, multi-engine land, and R-ATP eligible via military pathway (14 CFR § 61.160(a)). Distinguished Graduate of KC-10 Initial Qualification. Active Top Secret clearance. Actively time-building toward R-ATP minimum and seeking SIC opportunities in Part 135 charter, corporate Part 91, or simulator operations.

Education

Saint Louis University
Aviation Management & Flight Science August 15, 2011 - May 13, 2016

Work Experience

KC-10 Second in Command
United States Air Force April 29, 2023 - October 30, 2019 Flew as Second in Command on a $130.4M, 590,000-lb multi-engine turbofan aircraft on domestic and international missions supporting allied, NATO, and multi-service operations directed by the President and Secretary of Defense. Conducted comprehensive flight planning including route selection, fuel load planning, weight and balance, weather analysis, NOTAM review, and alternate airport planning for every sortie. Executed aerial refueling operations at altitude in close formation. Operated routinely in IMC, at night, in international airspace, and across multiple continents. Distinguished Graduate of KC-10 Initial Qualification, 99% academic average, Excellent simulator and flight evaluations
Training Liaison Officer
United States Air Force April 29, 2023 - February 20, 2020 Managed training records, scheduling, and currency requirements for 137 aircrew members. Built and maintained compliance tracking system covering 500 metrics and 150 active waivers. Achieved 100% training completion and greater than 95% mission-ready status across the unit.
Student Pilot — KC-10 Initial Qualification
United States Air Force February 19, 2020 - October 30, 2019 Completed KC-10A Pilot Initial Qualification Course as Distinguished Graduate. Achieved 99% academic average across all phases including aircraft systems, emergency procedures, simulator evaluations, and flight evaluations. Earned Excellent rating on both simulator and in-aircraft flight evaluations.
Student Pilot — Undergraduate Pilot Training
United States Air Force March 23, 2018 - September 30, 2016 Completed 52-week Undergraduate Pilot Training program earning Pilot rating with well-above-average flying skills assessment. Logged 94+ hours in T-6 Texan II primary trainer, 72+ hours in T-1 Jayhawk advanced jet, and 99+ simulator hours. Maintained 94% academic average across 356 hours of instruction covering instrument procedures, navigation, weather, aircraft systems, aerodynamics, and emergency procedures.
Time Building
General Aviation — Cessna 172 / Cessna 152 - April 28, 2023 Actively building flight hours toward R-ATP minimum of 750 hours via military pathway (14 CFR § 61.160(a)). Flying Cessna 172 and Cessna 152 in VFR and IFR conditions to build cross-country, night, and instrument currency.

Highlights

KC-10 Initial Qualification — Distinguished Graduate
February 20, 2026 Earned Distinguished Graduate distinction from KC-10A Pilot Initial Qualification Course — 99% academic average, Excellent simulator evaluation, and Excellent flight evaluation across all phases including aircraft systems, emergency procedures, and in-aircraft flight maneuvers.
Undergraduate Pilot Training — Well-Above-Average Flying Skills
March 30, 2018 Completed 52-week USAF Undergraduate Pilot Training at Vance AFB, earning Pilot rating with a well-above-average flying skills assessment and 94% academic average across 356 hours of ground instruction.

Aircraft Experience

KC-10
  • Time in Type: 20 hrs
  • Last Training: August 6, 2020
  • Training Type: Initial Qualification
  • Facility: Travis Air Force Base
DA-20
  • Time in Type: 140 hrs
  • Last Training: July 18, 2013
  • Facility: Saint Louis University
T-6 Texan II
  • Time in Type: 95 hrs
  • Last Training: August 2, 2017
  • Training Type: Air Force UPT Phase 1
  • Facility: Vance Air Force Base
BE400A
  • Time in Type: 75.5 hrs
  • Last Training: March 16, 2018
  • Training Type: Air Force UPT Phase 2
  • Facility: Vance Air Force Base
PA-28
  • Time in Type: 57.7 hrs
  • Last Training: May 15, 2014
  • Training Type: Commercial
  • Facility: Saint Louis University
PA-44
  • Time in Type: 14.7 hrs
  • Last Training: November 20, 2014
  • Training Type: Multi-Engine add-on
  • Facility: Saint Louis University
C-172
  • Time in Type: 17 hrs
  • Last Training: March 7, 2026
  • Training Type: Recurrent
  • Facility: Beale Aero Club
C-150
  • Time in Type: 64.3 hrs
  • Last Training: June 23, 2026
  • Training Type: Time-Building
  • Facility: Brackett Flying Club