Brian Peterson
McKinney,Texas
Summary
Air Traffic Controller with the FAA, recognized for exceptional decision-making and composure under pressure. Expert in airspace management and radar usage, successfully enhanced safety protocols and streamlined operations. Proven ability to collaborate effectively, ensuring efficient aircraft movements and compliance with regulations, while maintaining a focus on continuous improvement and team success.
Aviation professional with extensive experience in managing safe and orderly flow of air traffic. Proven ability to handle emergency situations calmly and efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption. Known for fostering teamwork and achieving operational goals, adaptable to changing conditions and demands.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Traffic Controller
Federal Aviation Administration
01.1986 - 09.2012
- Managed complex situations under pressure, demonstrating exceptional decision-making abilities for the safe management of aircraft.
- Controlled arrivals and departures and overflight aircraft across parts of five stated at all altitudes
- Maintained clear communication with pilots and other controllers to ensure smooth coordination of aircraft movements.
- Provided pilots with instructions for safe landings and takeoffs at airport averaging [Number] flights per day.
- Provided accurate weather updates to pilots, enabling informed decisions regarding flight paths and potential hazards.
- Implemented contingency plans during emergency situations to minimize risks while maintaining efficient air traffic management practices.
- Enhanced safety by effectively managing air traffic in high-density airspace.
- Ensured compliance with national and international regulations through diligent monitoring of air traffic operations.
- Notified airport response personnel to be ready when emergency situations presented.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on evolving aviation regulations and guidelines, ensuring full compliance in all air traffic control operations.
- Streamlined processes by integrating advanced technology tools into daily operations for improved efficiency and accuracy.
- Collaborated with fellow controllers to troubleshoot issues, ensuring prompt resolution of conflicts or system failures.
- Worked closely with other air traffic controllers to establish safe and productive flow of traffic.
- Observed surroundings, alerting pilots to potential hazards and advising on altitude, speed and navigation.
- Tracked aircraft movements in airspace to communicate and provide instructions to pilots.
- Assisted aircraft in emergency situations to increase preparedness and quick response, providing guidance and support.
- Used radar and radio communications to accurately identify and monitor air traffic.
- Directed aircraft during takeoff, en-route, and landing, providing clear and precise guidance to pilots.
- Utilized computerized flight planning and automated tracking systems for flight activity monitoring.
- Monitored aircraft departure and arrival times to determine accuracy and report delays.
B52 Navigator/Bombardier
USAF
09.1979 - 01.1986
- Promoted safe navigation in restricted visibility situations through proficient use of radar functions like target tracking and range scaling.
- Exercised strong decision-making skills during high-stress emergency scenarios while adhering to company policies and procedures.
- Planned and filed daily flight plans for training missions, sorties, and patrol flights.
- Streamlined communication between bridge team members, fostering a collaborative working environment for successful navigation.
- Increased accuracy in navigation by integrating advanced navigational technologies and software.
- Conducted regular safety drills to ensure crew preparedness in emergency situations, enhancing onboard safety protocols.
- Achieved significant reductions in navigational errors through rigorous training and adherence to best practices.
- Streamlined route planning processes, significantly reducing fuel consumption and voyage time.
- Led navigation team with precision during high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and avoiding potential hazards.
- Enhanced crew coordination with regular training exercises, boosting team efficiency during navigation.
- Observed aircraft safety systems and operational conditions and immediately reported issues.
- Monitored and interpreted instruments to determine flight status, airline condition and geographic position.
- Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to provide fastest, safest and smoothest flights for on-time arrivals and high levels of passenger satisfaction.
- Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
Spanish Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
08.1978 - 08.1979
- Used written exercises to test and develop reading and writing foreign languages.
- Enhanced cultural awareness in students by incorporating Spanish customs, traditions, and history into lessons.
- Evaluated student performance using various assessment tools, providing constructive feedback, and working closely with struggling learners to improve outcomes.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and incorporation of best practices in foreign language instruction.
- Conducted foreign language exams to determine fluency and comprehension.
- Explained concepts and assignments in both native and non-native languages.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Spanish Club meetings and cultural events to promote language immersion outside of the classroom setting.
- Enhanced students' understanding of Spanish grammar by designing and implementing interactive exercises.
- Organized and led educational trips to Spanish-speaking countries, providing students with real-world language immersion experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches, TX05-1978
Skills
- Situational awareness
- Airspace management
- Composure under high pressure
- Safety measures
- Assertiveness
- Memory retention
- Visual observation
- Data interpretation
- Safety protocols
- FAA regulations
- Radar usage
- Navigation expertise
- ATC software
- Pilot interactions
- Radio communication
- Flight data processing
- Advanced communications control systems
- Aircraft communication relay
- Navigational support
- Radar and computer usage
- Clearance relay
- Close control coordination
- Meteorology studies
- Flight plan data processing
- STARS
- Exemplary verbal communications
- Continuous surveillance
- RADAR monitoring
- Reporting and documentation
- High stress tolerance
- Landing instructions
- Relaying critical information
- Interacting with pilots
- Emergency response coordination
- Traffic management
- Emergency services
- Aircraft directing
- Flight clearance processing
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Safety awareness
- Relationship building
- Task prioritization
- Interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking
- Professionalism
- Interpersonal communication
- Crisis management
- Emergency response
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- System evaluation
- Coordination
- Flight planning
- Analytical skills
- Traffic pattern maintenance
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
- Music
Timeline
Air Traffic Controller
Federal Aviation Administration
01.1986 - 09.2012
B52 Navigator/Bombardier
USAF
09.1979 - 01.1986
Spanish Teacher
Nacogdoches Independent School District
08.1978 - 08.1979
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
Stephen F. Austin State University
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