Charles Cordes
Summary
- Total Time: 1497.5 hrs
- PIC: 1448 hrs
- ASEL TT: 1093.9 hrs
- AMEL TT: 403.6 hrs
- Dual Rec: 264.2 hrs
- Dual Given: 1011.3 hrs
- Solo: 99.8 hrs
- XC: 476.7 hrs
- Night: 150 hrs
- Instrument: 97.5 hrs (Actual: 16.5 hrs)
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Instructor
Western Michigan University
Battle Creek, MI
08.2023 - 07.2026
- Deliver high quality flight training per TCO
- Delivered ground instruction aligned with WMU's Training Course Outline to enhance student knowledge
- Provided procedural training using flight simulators to reinforce practical skills
- Coordinated student schedules to ensure timely execution of training events
- Adhere to the company's Flight Operations Manual and Standards Manual
- Engaged in monthly safety updates monthly safety briefs and updates
Supervisor of Flying (SOF)
Western Michigan University
Battle Creek, MI
04.2025 - 07.2026
- Released and monitored student solos, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and skill development
- Monitored flight events at college to ensure safety and compliance
- Notified individuals of hazardous weather to promote safety precautions
- Coordinate decisions with WMU dispatch, WMU line services, and Chief on call
Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
Ypsilanti, MI
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated training event schedules to optimize instructor availability and student learning opportunities
- Delivered engaging ground instruction to enhance understanding and retention of aviation concepts for all students
- Facilitated comprehensive flight training to enhance student skills
- Conducted procedural instruction in flight simulator to prepare students for real-world flying scenarios
- Properly secure, clean, and use aircraft to company standards
Safety Standards Duty Officer/Flight Dispatcher
ATP Flight School
Jacksonville, FL
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Oversaw student and instructor safety concerns and reports to enhance overall safety compliance
- Monitored and processed maintenance reports to maintain aircraft safety standards
- Analyze and mitigate risks from safety reports
- Provided comprehensive weather briefings for student solo cross-country flights to ensure safe operations
- Schedule and release crew students flights based on current and forecasted weather
- Relocate planes for maintenance
- Booked student hotels, flights, and rental cars for extended operations
Education
High School Diploma -
West Michigan Aviation Academy
Grand Rapids, MIPilot Certifications - Aviation
ATP Flight School
Peachtree Dekalb, GABachelor's Degree - Aviation Professional Pilot Program
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Commercial Pilot Certification (ASEL/MEL)
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI, CFI-I, MEI)
- UAS Remote Pilot License
- Advanced Ground Instructor
- 100% Student Checkride Pass Rate With WMU
Skills
- Working with others in a collaborative environment
- Managing/working with others schedules and conflicts
- Analyzing and monitoring safety and flight schedules
- Effective ADM and aircraft management
- Providing impactful instruction and guidance
- Task Management
Affiliations
- Weightlifting, Running, Golf, Snowboarding, Water Sports, Travel, Social Events/Gatherings
Timeline
Supervisor of Flying (SOF)
Western Michigan University
04.2025 - 07.2026
Flight Instructor
Western Michigan University
08.2023 - 07.2026
Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
05.2023 - 08.2023
Safety Standards Duty Officer/Flight Dispatcher
ATP Flight School
02.2023 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
West Michigan Aviation Academy
Pilot Certifications - Aviation
ATP Flight School
Bachelor's Degree - Aviation Professional Pilot Program
Liberty University