Dawson Frericks
Prior Lake,MN
Summary
Endeavor Captain with nearly four years of experience at a leading airline, equipped with a wealth of skills and knowledge that contribute to team success. Strong commitment to excellence in aviation is complemented by a positive attitude and enthusiasm for continuous improvement. Eager to advance the professional pilot career by transitioning into a Flight Training Instructor role, dedicated to shaping the next generation of pilots at Endeavor Air.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Captain
Endeavor Air
11.2022 - Current
- Commanded flight deck operations in compliance with FAA regulations, SOPs, and company procedures.
- Coordinated flight plans, fuel loads, and dispatch release requirements with flight operations control.
- Conducted thorough preflight briefings, ensuring crew alignment on weather, routing, and safety considerations.
- Monitored aircraft systems and flight conditions, responding promptly to abnormal events and operational changes.
Certified Flight Instructor
North Star Aviation
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Part 141 flight training operation
- Responsible for the safety and efficiency of training students and use of flight school aircrafts while complying to federal regulations in a safe and professional manner
7th Grade Basketball Coach
Dakota Meadows Middle School
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Acted as a positive role model for team participants.
- Used leadership skills to lead our team to a better chance at winning.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation: Professional Pilot
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN07-2021
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Leadership Skills
- People Person
- Adaptability
- Total: 2,640
- Cross Country: 1,975
- Total PIC: 1,407
- CL-65 PIC: 510
- CL-65 SIC: 1,147
- Instructor: 741
- Night: 353
Accomplishments
- Dean's List Minnesota State Mankato: Spring 2020, Summer 2019, Fall 2018
- Mankato West Basketball Captain: 2017-2018
- Mankato West Football Champions Award: 2017-2018
- Spotlight Scholar Athlete: Basketball 4 times, Football 4 times, Track and Field 1 time.
Certification
ATP CL-65, Commercial Multi-Engine Airplane with Single Engine Add-on, Instrument Rating, MEI Certificate, First Class Medical
Timeline
Captain
Endeavor Air
11.2022 - Current
Certified Flight Instructor
North Star Aviation
09.2021 - 10.2022
7th Grade Basketball Coach
Dakota Meadows Middle School
12.2018 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Aviation: Professional Pilot
Minnesota State University