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Education
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Blake Ellison

Wake Forest,North Carolina

Summary

Qualified Multi-Engine Commercial Pilot with experience in Embraer Phenom 100, Beechcraft Duchess, Piper Archer, and Diamond DA-40 models. Professional and hardworking with attention to detail, and understanding of safety and operational standards.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Pilot

Go Air Brokerage, LLC
10.2022 - Current
  • Co-Pilots an Embraer Phenom 100 EV to gain valuable experience and training under a Senior Captain.
  • Programs aircraft systems in a modern and technological cockpit prior to departure and arrival.

Motorsport Technician and Car Control Instructor

Kaizen Autosport
08.2020 - Current
  • Currently works as a technician at Kaizen Autosport located on the grounds of Virginia International Raceway for a race-winning team.
  • Works to maintain and prepare race vehicles for utilization in semi-professional racing series Porsche Sprint Challenge, International GT, American Endurance Racing, and World Racing League.

Vehicle Detailer

Autobell Car Wash
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
  • Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
  • Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
  • Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Management:Flight Operations

Averett University
Danville, VA
12.2023

High School Diploma -

Thales Academy
Rolesville, NC
2020

Skills

  • Team Work
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Communication Skills
  • Mechanical
  • Attention to Detail
  • Situational Awareness
  • Customer Interaction

Flight Information

Certificate: Commercial Pilot

Ratings:

  • Instrument Rating
  • Multi-Engine Rating

Total Flight Time: 358.8 hours

Airplane Single-Engine Land: 232.3 hours

Airplane Multi-Engine Land: 125.5 hours

Turbine Time: 114.6 hours

Landings:

  • Day- 607
  • Night- 36

Night Time: 23.8 hours

Actual Instrument Time: 23.4 hours

Simulated Instrument Time: 42.6 hours

# of Instrument Approaches: 105

Flight Simulator Time: 7.4 hours

Cross-Country Time: 179.0 hours

Solo Time: 42.5 hours

Pilot in Command Time: 195.3 hours

Dual Received Time: 183.4 hours

Additional Certifications:

  • RVSM Certified
  • High Performance
  • Complex
  • FCC Radio Operators License
  • E50P SiC Sign-off



Accomplishments

  • October 2022 and 2023: Achieved the prestigious Top Pilot Award at the National Intercollegiate Flying Association Region X Competition two years in a row.
  • October 2022-2023: Captain of the Averett University Flight Team competing in the National Intercollegiate Flying Association. (Current)
  • May 2023: Competed in the NIFA SAFECON in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Competed in CRM/LOFT, short field, power off, and navigation events.
  • 2020-2023: Averett University Dean's and President's List
  • February 2020: Participated in a public forum debate tournament located at Harvard University.
  • March 2019: Served as a North Carolina House Page.

Hobbies

  • Weight Lifting
  • Working on Cars
  • Skiing

Timeline

Pilot

Go Air Brokerage, LLC
10.2022 - Current

Motorsport Technician and Car Control Instructor

Kaizen Autosport
08.2020 - Current

Vehicle Detailer

Autobell Car Wash
09.2019 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Management:Flight Operations

Averett University

High School Diploma -

Thales Academy
Blake Ellison