Austyn Lankford

A crew chief is a leader who oversees a team of technicians who perform various tasks related to the maintenance, repair, and operation of KC-135 and KC-46A aircraft. A crew chief handle:

• Supervising and training crew members on their assigned tasks and ensuring to follow safety procedures and quality standards.
• Inspecting, troubleshooting, and repairing aircraft and ensuring to meet performance and regulatory requirements.
• Evaluating crew performance and providing feedback and coaching
• Launching and catching aircraft and debriefing pilots
• Washing and lubing aircraft
• Managing travel budget of $5,000+
• Managed team according to company standards and compliance requirements.
• Supervised crew in daily inspections, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance on KC135 & KC46 aircraft.