Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
I lead a multi-disciplinary aviation firm, offering contract pilot services on a wide variety of general aviation aircraft, including Cirrus SR22, Cessna 172/182, Beechcraft BE36/G36, BE55/G58, King Air 90/200/350, Piper PA46-350P/500TP, and Cessna Citation V/ V Ultra/V Encore. Services include aircraft/fleet management, contract flying, aircraft ferrying, return-to-service flights, engine break-ins, post-mod test flights, avionics flight testing, flight instruction, and pilot mentorship to meet insurance company minimums. With 25 years of military, commercial, and general aviation experience, High Country Air Service has the expertise to safely and efficiently handle your aviation challenges.
Led cross-functional team of test pilots, engineers, and maintenance professionals in the development and testing of general aviation avionics. Managed 7 aircraft fleet worth $1.5 million and $2.1 million annual budget. Earned CE500 and BE300 type ratings. Current and qualified on C182, A36TN/G36, B55/E55/G58, PA46-350P, C560, and BE-300. Lead project pilot for AeroVue Touch Integrated Flight Deck (KFD900).
Assisted Director of Operations with execution of flight schedule, coordinating among base agencies, range control, maintenance, and aircrew. Oversaw unit's risk management process ensuring incident and accident free operations. Earned FAA single-engine Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI), Advanced Ground Instructor, and Instrument Ground Instructor ratings.
Led a 150-person flying unit, managing daily operations, training, and safety of 50 crews and 18 aircraft worth $252 million. Administered $13.9 million budget and $33.9 million annual flying hour program.
Supervised all Special Operations Aviation activities in Caribbean, Central and South America. Migrated manual flight request process to web-based system. Moved 1,045 passengers and 322,600 pounds cargo with two C-146s.
Assisted Director of Operations with execution of flight schedule, coordinating among base agencies, range control, maintenance, and aircrew. Oversaw unit's risk management process ensuring incident and accident free operations. Earned FAA Airline Transport Pilot license (ATP MEL).