Djuro Jelic
Flight Instructor
Vero Beach,FL
Summary
Accomplished and safety-driven aviator with a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certification, seeking a Flight Instructor position to inspire and mentor the next generation of pilots. Committed to fostering a culture of excellence, precision, and professionalism in aviation training, I aim to leverage my extensive flight experience, in-depth knowledge of FAA standards, and advanced training from Skyborne Airline Academy to deliver exceptional instruction. Passionate about cultivating confident, skilled aviators through personalized teaching methods, I strive to contribute to a flight school's mission of upholding the highest safety and performance standards while advancing my expertise as an instructor and pursuing additional certifications to support career growth in aviation.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Pilot Trainee
Skyborne Airline Academy
Vero Beach, Florida
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Consistently met or exceeded FAA training standards, maintaining a strong track record of successful pilot certifications.
- Total Flight Time: 240+ hours
- Pilot in Command (PIC): 165+ hours
- Solo: 55+ hours
- Single Engine: 200+ hours
- Multi-Engine: 25+ hours
- Cross-Country: 65+ hours
- Instrument: 40+ hours (simulated and actual)
- Night: 25+ hours
- Day Landings: 250+
- Night Landings: 40+
- Instrument Approaches: 65+
- Flight Simulator: 45+ hours
- Spin Training
Pipe Inspector and Machine Operator
Tenaris
Brookfield, OH
01.2021 - 01.2023
- High attention to detail in a fast-paced and stressful environment while maintaining a high quality and safety standard.
- Improved pipeline efficiency by promptly addressing any identified issues or defects.
- Established a reputation for excellence in the field by consistently delivering accurate and thorough inspection results, leading to increased trust from clients and colleagues alike.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement by regularly evaluating inspection methodologies and implementing necessary changes for better outcomes.
- Increased accuracy of inspection data by utilizing cutting-edge measurement tools and techniques throughout the process.
- Checked color, shape, texture and grade of products and materials against established templates, charts, and samples.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Increased product quality through meticulous monitoring of machine settings and making adjustments as needed.
Education
Professional Pilot Training -
Skyborne Airline Academy
Vero Beach, FL 08.2023 - 05.2025
High School Diploma -
PA Cyber Carter School
Hermitage, PA 07.2016 - 01.2019
Skills
Flight Operations & Safety
Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Proficiency
Aviation Instruction & Mentorship
FAA Regulations (Parts 61, 91)
Situational Awareness & Decision-Making
Piper PA-28-161, Piper PA-44-180, and Piper Piper PA-28R-201 Aircraft Operations
Avionics: Garmin G500, Garmin G650, VOR, GPS
Radio communications
Tools: ForeFlight, Jeppesen Charts, Aviation Weather Services
Regulations: FAR Parts 61, 91; NTSB Part 830
Other: Weight and Balance Calculations, Flight Planning
Certifications And Ratings
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), 05/25
- Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII), 07/25
- Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Single-Engine Land, 10/24
- Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Multi-Engine Land, 06/25
- Instrument Rating (IFR), 08/24
- Private Pilot License (PPL), 12/23
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate, Valid
- Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI), Open to Pursuing
Interests
Aviation safety seminars
Flight simulation
Mentoring student pilots
Availability
Flexible, available to relocate or start upon CFI certification
Timeline
Pilot Trainee
Skyborne Airline Academy
08.2023 - 05.2025
Professional Pilot Training -
Skyborne Airline Academy
08.2023 - 05.2025
Pipe Inspector and Machine Operator
Tenaris
01.2021 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
PA Cyber Carter School
07.2016 - 01.2019