Dennis Fuchs
Eastlake,OH
Summary
Subject matter expert in the aviation industry for 26 years. Entered the FAA in 2007 and assigned to Cleveland Hopkins ATCT. I was one of the first trainees Cleveland received that was not prior FAA and helped develop the current training program. Certified in all positions and controller in charge. Has been through airspace changes to include Metroplex and 804 consolidation. Currently assigned to a staff position working with the Quality Control and training departments. Air Force veteran with experience on the flight line as a mechanic fixing expensive and technical assets, cross trained into Air Traffic Control. Assigned to a busy pilot training base that also had search and rescue squadrons assigned to it. After certification immediately became crew supervisor with other duties including managing employee records and facility schedule.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Traffic Controller
Federal Aviation Administration, FAA
Cleveland, Ohio
04.2006 - Current
- Certified level 10 in both tower and radar facilities, excelling in a dynamic and complex work environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in overseeing traffic management initiatives, providing leadership as Trainer and Controller In Charge (CIC) for 14 years with the ability to adapt during emergencies.
- Worked in several collaborative workgroups implementing new procedures streamlining procedures like parachute operations, and LOA’s with other facilities. Assigned as the crew liaison for training during the 804 process.
- Currently in a staff position assisting with OSA’s, building, and giving briefings. Helped with the latest ICV inspection getting the facility up to date before and fixing deficiencies after. Proficient with FALCON, CEDAR, and the KSN site.
- Presented, built, and gathered the data for the 2024 Runway Safety Action Team.
Air Traffic Controller
Air Force
Moody A F B, GA
12.2001 - 06.2006
- Worked a combined military and civilian Terminal Radar Approach control. Sequenced and separated many different types of aircraft in a complex and busy airspace.
- Watch Supervisor in charge of crew of 12 personnel. Coordinated the opening and closing of positions, training and schedule.
Dedicated Crew Chief
Air Force
Barksdale AFB, LA
06.1998 - 12.2001
- Dedicated Crew Chief on an 84-million-dollar aircraft.
- Performed pre-flight and post-flight inspections, maintaining engine, landing gear, brake, hydraulic, fuel, and electrical systems.
- Documented maintenance activities, meticulously recording any discrepancies or defects encountered.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mentor High School
Mentor, OH06-1998
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- 26 Years in the aviation industry with experience on the flight line, tower and radar controller in the Military and civilian
- Training encompassing recurrent training, providing verbal refresher briefings, developing new training materials, and updating existing ones
- Proficient with Microsoft office products and Power Point
- Quality control knowledge including Cedar and Falcon
- Adapting to new equipment including TFDM (Terminal Flight Data Monitor), ICMS (integrated control and monitor system), and TBFM (Time Based Flow Management) systems
Affiliations
- I am a bridge member at a local Yacht Club.
Timeline
Air Traffic Controller
Federal Aviation Administration, FAA
04.2006 - Current
Air Traffic Controller
Air Force
12.2001 - 06.2006
Dedicated Crew Chief
Air Force
06.1998 - 12.2001
High School Diploma -
Mentor High School
Community College of The Air Force
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