Andrew McNeal
Fort Mitchell,United States of America
Summary
Professional aviator with strong background in flight operations and navigation. Proven track record in ensuring safety, precision, and efficiency in various flight environments. Highly skilled in cockpit management, emergency procedures, and advanced aeronautical decision-making. Known for teamwork, adaptability, and consistently achieving mission-critical results.
Overview
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Certification
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23
years of professional experience
Work History
Bell 407 EMS Pilot
MED-TRANS, INC.
02.2009 - 07.2009
- Conducted HEMS flight operations, ensuring safety and efficiency during day and night missions utilizing NVG technology.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal aviation regulations (FAR) and aircrew information manuals (AIM) to ensure professional and competent performance in pilot duties.
- Conducted safety classes and pilot briefings to support compliance training initiatives within the company. Assisted in delivering adherence training as needed and directed by management.
- Ensured comprehensive understanding of medical protocols to facilitate timely assistance for flight medical team requests during missions.
Helicopter Pilot, Safety Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
08.1986 - 04.2009
- Executed responsibilities as Pilot in Command (PIC) for UH-60A/L Blackhawk and AH-1F Cobra helicopters across various international duty stations.
- Conducted high-stakes flight operations, including VIP transport and firefighting missions using Bambi buckets, under both day and night conditions with night vision goggles.
- Delivered extensive helicopter simulation training, totaling over 150 hours, to ensure trainees achieved optimal skill development and operational readiness.
- Oversaw safety management and accident investigation, ensuring meticulous maintenance of safety records and mishap statistics.
Education
Master of Science - Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
WorldwideBachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
WorldwideSkills
- Experienced Helicopter Airline Transport Pilot and Commercial-Instrument SEL Airplane Pilot, in single and multi-engine aircraft, with over 6000 combined flight hours in day, night and NVG flight operations Excellent oral, written and communication skills with proven accident investigation expertise Strong intelligence gathering and research skills using keen observation, internet content review, and use of electronic sources Current Class 2 Medical
Certification
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
AWARDS
Meritorious Service Medal (2), Air Medal (2); (V), Army Commendation Medal (6), Army Achievement Medal (3), National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, Southwest Asia Service Medal (3), Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Medal, Korea Defense Service Medal (2), Overseas Medal (5), NATO Service Medal, Kuwait Liberation Medal, Saudi Liberation Medal
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / SPECIALIZED TRAINING
- Palm Beach Helicopters Airline Transport Course (ATP)
- Bosh Global Services Raven RQ-11B Course
- Med-Trans, Inc Bell 407, Part 135 Initial Course
- U.S. Army UH-60A/L Course
- U.S. Army UH-1H, AH-1F Course
- Kansas State University Commercial SE-FW Course
- U.S. Army Simulator Operator Course
- U.S. Army Safety & Acc Investigation Course
Timeline
Bell 407 EMS Pilot
MED-TRANS, INC.
02.2009 - 07.2009
Helicopter Pilot, Safety Manager
UNITED STATES ARMY
08.1986 - 04.2009
Bachelor of Science - Professional Aeronautics
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Master of Science - Management
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University