COLBY C. HELPPIE-SCHMIEDER
Oklahoma City,OK
Summary
Experienced Pilot adept at completing checklists, monitoring safety and operating aircraft efficiently. Responsible, dependable, and excellent communicator with an in-depth knowledge of aircraft systems and operating procedures, aerodynamics, flying fundamentals and ground and flight emergency procedures. Bringing 14 years of flying experience, and 3 years of experience teaching students to fly. Certified in advanced instruments and aviation safety.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Evaluator Pilot / Chief Pilot, E-3
U.S. Air Force, 552 Training Group Stan/Eval
Tinker AFB, OK
06.2021 - Current
- Responsible for conducting periodic proficiency & initial qualification flight evaluations for copilots, aircraft commanders, and instructor pilots.
- Responsible for ensuring operational procedures through Air Force Instructions/technical orders are sufficient to maintain safety during flight & ground operations.
Aircraft Routing Technician
American Airlines
Tulsa, OK
11.2011 - Current
- Executed operational duties re-routing passenger aircraft real-time to support terminus maintenance operations.
Instructor Pilot / Chief of Squadron Safety
U.S. Air Force, 966 AACS
Tinker AFB, OK
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Directed wing-wide inspections, instituted safety standards to fortify safe flight operations for 2,400 personnel. Instructed initial qualification copilots, aircraft commanders & instructor pilots; prepared students for real-world operations.
Instructor Pilot / Flight Commander
U.S. Air Force, 965 AACS
Tinker AFB, OK
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Led 54-member flight; supervised 1,200 flying hours, 6 exercises, and 2 deployments. Supervised the administration of academic, simulator, flight & ground training for flight personnel.
Aircraft Commander / Assistant Flight Commander
U.S. Air Force, 965 AACS
Tinker AFB, OK
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Commanded, supervised, & led aircrew in joint operations employment onboard the E-3 AWACS aircraft. Managed ground and flight simulator scheduling for squadron flight deck.
Aircraft Commander / Executive Officer
U.S. Air Force, 343 RS
Offutt AFB, NE
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Organized, managed, reviewed & executed Commander’s directives; Commanded combat & reconnaissance missions tasked by the SecDef, JCS, & Theater Commanders in support of OIR, OFS, & counter-drug operations.
Pilot / Unit Deployment Manager
U.S. Air Force, 343 RS
Offutt AFB, NE
03.2014 - 10.2016
- Deployed and flew in support of OEF, OIR, and PACAF operations in the South China Sea & Philippines. Fulfilled mission-essential requirements to rapidly deploy squadron of 174 aircrew worldwide.
Aircraft Structural Technician
US Air Force, 301 MXS
Fort Worth, TX
06.2007 - 12.2011
- Performed routine equipment inspections and maintained and completed corrective actions by referring to workbooks and technical publications to determine specifications.
Education
Master of Science - Aviation And Space
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK2023
Certified Instrument Instructor - Aviation Instruments
U.S. Air Force Advanced Instrument School
Oklahoma City, OK2021
Aviation Mishap Investigation Course - Aviation Safety
U.S. Air Force Safety School
Dyess AFB, TX2020
Flight Safety Program Management - Aviation Safety Management
U.S. Air Force Safety School
Dyess AFB, OK2020
Air Force Pilot Training - Air Force Pilot
USAF Joint Specialized Undergrad Pilot Training
Vance AFB, OK2013
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Admin & Operations - Professional Pilot
Oklahoma State University
Stillwater, OK2010
Certified Journeyman - Aircraft Maintenance
US Air Force Aircraft Structural Maintenance
NAS Pensacola, FL2008
Skills
- 2,557 Total Time
- 1,528 Pilot-in-Command
- 2,000 Multi-Engine Turbojet
- Type Ratings: B-707, B-727
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot Multi-Engine Land
- FAA Commercial Single-Engine Land
- FAA First Class Medical
- FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit
Additional Information
- Awards and Achievements: Flight Safety Award (2x) – U.S. CENTCOM, Air Medal (4x), Aerial Achievement Medal, AF Commendation Medal (3x)
- Community Involvement: Ninety-Nines International Organization of Women Pilots, Women in Aviation International (WAI), Mentor for U.S. Air Force ROTC cadets
Timeline
Evaluator Pilot / Chief Pilot, E-3
U.S. Air Force, 552 Training Group Stan/Eval
06.2021 - Current
Instructor Pilot / Chief of Squadron Safety
U.S. Air Force, 966 AACS
09.2019 - 05.2021
Instructor Pilot / Flight Commander
U.S. Air Force, 965 AACS
07.2018 - 09.2019
Aircraft Commander / Assistant Flight Commander
U.S. Air Force, 965 AACS
10.2017 - 07.2018
Aircraft Commander / Executive Officer
U.S. Air Force, 343 RS
10.2016 - 04.2017
Pilot / Unit Deployment Manager
U.S. Air Force, 343 RS
03.2014 - 10.2016
Aircraft Routing Technician
American Airlines
11.2011 - Current
Aircraft Structural Technician
US Air Force, 301 MXS
06.2007 - 12.2011
Master of Science - Aviation And Space
Oklahoma State University
Certified Instrument Instructor - Aviation Instruments
U.S. Air Force Advanced Instrument School
Aviation Mishap Investigation Course - Aviation Safety
U.S. Air Force Safety School
Flight Safety Program Management - Aviation Safety Management
U.S. Air Force Safety School
Air Force Pilot Training - Air Force Pilot
USAF Joint Specialized Undergrad Pilot Training
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Admin & Operations - Professional Pilot
Oklahoma State University
Certified Journeyman - Aircraft Maintenance
US Air Force Aircraft Structural Maintenance