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011378 Aviation Safety and Pilot Expert

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Description

Aviation Safety and Pilot Expert is an experienced aviation professional with deep expertise in flight operations, safety management systems, accident and incident investigation, pilot training, and regulatory compliance. With leadership experience across corporate, regional, and international aviation environments, this expert has directed safety programs, led fleet operations, supported aircraft consulting engagements, and contributed to operational improvements that enhance safety, readiness, and performance.

Holding advanced academic credentials in aeronautics and human factors in aviation systems, Aviation Safety and Pilot Expert brings a strong foundation in aviation law, safety systems, human factors, and airline operations. This background is complemented by extensive hands-on experience with multiple aircraft types, FAA and ICAO regulations, and high-level operational leadership, making this expert a valuable resource for aviation consulting, safety analysis, and pilot operations support.

Specialized Professional Competence

Experienced aircraft leader, excellence in problem-solving with great attention to detail. Action orientated with a strong ability to establish lasting customer relations internally and externally.

ATP Multiengine Land, Instrument

FAA & ICAO Regulations

FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit

Aviation Consulting

FAA First Class Medical

Microsoft Office

Project Management

TT 12680

GIV, DHC-8, CL-65, SF-340

EMB-145, RA4000 Type

Arinc Direct

PIC 7332

Education and Certifications Background

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University,

BS Aeronautic Sciences Summa Cum Lade September 2019

MS Human Factors in Aviation Systems With Distinction May 2020

Aircraft management, Aviation Law, Airline management, Aviation labor relations, Airline regulations

Aviation Safety Systems, Accident Investigation, Human Factors in aviation systems

Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor society

Professional Experience

TALON AIR, FARMINGDALE NY, Director of Safety/ Lead Fleet Pilot APRIL 2013-CURRENT

  • Lead Pilot on the G IV Fleet
  • Developed and implemented company-wide Safety Management System SMS in accordance with FAA Part 5.
  • Directed Emergency Response Plan ERP updates and drills, improving team readiness and response time
  • Led accident/incident investigations, producing detailed reports and root cause analyses that informed procedural improvements.
  • Served as Fleet Lead for GIV, overseeing operations, training, and standardization for the fleet.
  • Acted as liaison between flight operations and maintenance, optimizing aircraft availability and operational readiness.
  • Played dual leadership roles, integrating operational safety and flight leadership, aligning safety goals with mission execution.

SANTA MARIA AVIATION MA, DIRECTOR 2017-CURRENT

  • Consultant for multiple corporate flight departments and insurance groups.
  • Saved a total of $2M in damage claims through corresponding with manufacturing and airline management.
  • Assumed full responsibility for every detail for aircraft completion and pre-buy.

COMMUTAIR, NEWARK NJ, STANDARDIZATION/ TRAINING PILOT 2010-2013

  • Classroom, Simulator, and flight line training pilot on the DHC-8 aircraft for all new hire and upgrade pilots.
  • Helped design the Q-300 differences program as well as conducted proving run flights for FAA Part 121 flight operations certification.
  • Pilot representative for the ASAP committee.

AIR MALI, BAMAKO, MALI CRJ FLEET MANAGER CONTRACTOR 2010

  • Initiated and managed the fleet renewal plan to replace F100 aircraft with a new fleet of CRJ-700/900.

AMERICAN EAGLE AIRLINES, DALLAS, TX Pilot 2006-2010

  • Pilot on the SF-340, CRJ, and Emb-145.
Author Josh Reynolds