Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Flight Times
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Charles Nelson

Madison,WI

Summary

Qualified First Officer with extensive training in airline operations and complex systems. Safety-oriented with a commitment to proactive problem solving within a part 121 operation. Known for reliable, dedicated work ethic and collaborative nature within the flight deck.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First Officer

SkyWest Airlines
02.2024 - Current
  • Act as SIC on the Embraer 175.
  • Assist the PIC in the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft under Part 121.
  • Strict compliance with company SOP and policy.
  • Maintain currency on company manuals and policy.
  • Work as a team member with other crew and departments such as Flight Attendants, Dispatch and Maintenance Control.

Flight Instructor

Wisconsin Aviation
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Provide instruction to students under 14 CFR Part 61.
  • Abide by regulations to safely conduct flight training.
  • Endorse students for FAA practical tests and FAA knowledge tests.
  • Work with many student types and adapt teaching methods to fit their needs.
  • Manage a schedule flying 85 hours per month.

Education

High School Diploma - Environmental Horticulture

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO

High School Diploma -

Dubuque Senior High School
Dubuque, IA
06.2019

Skills

  • Leadership in diverse environments
  • Critical thinking and problem resolution
  • Effective team collaborator
  • Crew resource management
  • Strong verbal communication
  • Dependable work ethic

Flight Times

  • Total Time: 2,459
  • Total PIC: 1,453
  • Total Turbine: 953
  • Multi: 989
  • Total SIC: 953
  • Instructor: 1102

Certification

  • FAA Airline Transport Pilot: Airplane Multi-Engine Land
  • Type Ratings: ERJ-170, ERJ-190
  • Flight Instructor: Airplane Single-Engine Land, Instrument
  • FAA 1st Class Medical
  • FCC Radiotelephone Operators Permit

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

First Officer

SkyWest Airlines
02.2024 - Current

Flight Instructor

Wisconsin Aviation
11.2022 - 01.2024

High School Diploma - Environmental Horticulture

Colorado State University

High School Diploma -

Dubuque Senior High School