Collin Davis
Fresno,CA
Summary
Dedicated Professional Pilot with extensive flight operations experience and exceptional situational awareness. Specializes in aircraft navigation, crew coordination, pre-flight planning, and emergency procedures while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance. Delivers reliable operational performance and sound decision-making in high-pressure environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pilot
Lakeland Duster's Aviation
Corcoran, California
02.2021 - 05.2026
- Facilitated crop-dusting operations through skilled operation of agricultural aircraft.
- Ensured timely execution of missions by coordinating flight plans with ground crew.
- Improved aviation operational efficiency through collaborative efforts with team members.
- Addressed maintenance issues found during pre-flight inspections or inflight communications with ground staff.
Pilot
West Valley Aviation
Firebaugh, California
03.2014 - 01.2021
- Operated agricultural aircraft, optimizing crop dusting operations for maximum efficiency.
- Evaluated weather conditions, adjusting altitude or route as necessary for safe flights.
- Documented flight details, including time, speed, altitude, and route modifications for accurate records.
- Participated in training sessions on new technologies and procedures in the aviation industry.
Pilot
Arena Pesticide Management
Woodland, California
05.2013 - 02.2014
- Ensured compliance with FAA regulations and company policies during all flights.
- Assessed potential hazards, including turbulence, icing, and severe storms prior to each flight.
- Managed fuel consumption and maintenance schedules to enhance aircraft reliability and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize operational processes, increasing efficiency in aviation tasks.
Pilot
Vector Disease Control International
Little Rock, Arkansas
01.2010 - 05.2013
- Operated single-engine and multi-engine aircraft within Salt Lake City Class B airspace.
- Coordinated with air traffic controllers through radio transmissions to ensure safe flight operations.
- Applied Federal Aviation Administration regulations to maintain safety and operational standards for commercial pilots.
- Ensured adherence to pesticide management protocols to improve safety in urban environments.
Education
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
San Joaquin Valley College
Fresno, CA05-2006
Skills
Flight experience: 10,500 hours total
Pilot in command: 9,800 hours
Turbine operations: 6,520 hours
Multi-engine operations: 360 hours
Instruction given: 616 hours
Instrument flying: 112 hours
Certification
- FAA 1st Class Medical Certificate
FCC Radiotelephone Operator's Permit
Certified Pilot Instructor-CFI/CFII/MEI
Airframe and Powerplant Mechanic-A&P/Inspection Authorization
U.S. Passport: Current, Unrestricted
Timeline
Pilot
Lakeland Duster's Aviation
02.2021 - 05.2026
Pilot
West Valley Aviation
03.2014 - 01.2021
Pilot
Arena Pesticide Management
05.2013 - 02.2014
Pilot
Vector Disease Control International
01.2010 - 05.2013
Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technology
San Joaquin Valley College