DOLORES FRANCO
WADDELL,AZ
Summary
(# 24-040AHA) Involved Aviation Operations Specialist enthusiastically seeking a Flight Services Specialist position where Airfield knowledge and quick coordination talents can be utilized. Six plus years of experience processing flight clearances, alerting crews in emergencies, coordinating flight plans and transmitting weather reports. Coordinating with agencies such as air traffic control, civil engineers and command posts to ensure the support of airfield management activities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Flight Services Specialist
Phoenix Air National Guard
Phoenix , AZ
02.2022 - Current
- Offered outstanding assistance and support to flight crew
- Ensured precise and prompt file data processing.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance weather briefing procedures, resulting in streamlined communication and elevated safety measures.
- Managed the timely and efficient processing of NOTAMs to ensure flight planning and safety precautions
- Implemented proactive measures for emergency situations
- Ensured accurate and up-to-date flight information was available on a regular basis.
- Efficiently orchestrated the coordination of airfield projects, including construction/repairs and inspections, while also facilitating the streamlined processing of airfield waivers.
Airfield Management Shift Lead
Barksdale Air Force Base
Bossier City, LA
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Coordinated with Air Traffic Control personnel to ensure the smooth and optimal functioning of airfield operations.
- Ensured strict adherence to airport rules and regulations by closely monitoring aircraft operations, promptly highlighting any safety risks to relevant personnel.
- Offered technical guidance and support to subordinate shift leads promoting the application of appropriate airfield management principles.
- Performed routine inspections of airfield and facilities to detect safety hazards and operational concerns.
- Managed accurate documentation of daily activities pertaining to aircraft operations, maintenance, and repairs.
- Developed and executed instructional programs for airfield management activities targeting new shift leads and other employees.
- Reviewed flight logs and other documents related to aircraft activity on the airfield in order to maintain an up-to-date inventory of all aircrafts operating at the facility.
- Completed accurate paperwork for aircraft access on airfield
- Assisted in the coordination of emergency response drills to enhance staff preparedness for potential emergencies.
- Evaluated existing procedures for managing traffic flow on the runway, taxiways, aprons., then recommended changes when necessary.
- Investigated incidents involving aircraft damage or injury due to improper operation of equipment or negligence by personnel working on the airfield.
- Supervised subordinate shift leads and ensured their duties were carried out effectively.
- Performed administrative tasks related to tracking data and creating reports for airfield management activities.
- Implemented procedures for controlling wildlife populations on or around the airfield that could potentially interfere with normal operations.
- Responded quickly and efficiently whenever an incident occurred within the boundaries of the airport property.
- Supervised airfield operations, including arrivals, departures and fueling, identifying and addressing concerns promptly to maintain targets.
- Created and maintained flight and events logs, aircrew flying records and records of incoming and outgoing flights.
- Responded to emergent situations regarding flight operations or medical issues to quickly identify concerns, provide support and transport personnel and passengers away from critical scenes.
- Coordinated changes to flight itineraries with appropriate air traffic control agencies.
- Monitored aircraft with radar, computer equipment or visual references.
- Inspected airfield conditions to verify compliance with federal regulatory requirements.
- Conducted inspections of airport property and perimeter to maintain controlled access to airfields.
- Implemented airfield safety procedures to support safe operating environments for personnel and aircraft.
- Coordinated with air traffic control, civil engineers and command posts to support airfield management activities.
- Reviewed airfield construction and repair project priorities to determine impact on airfield operations.
- Coordinated with agencies to meet aircrew requirements for billeting, messing and refueling.
- Minimized risks to incoming and departing aircraft by managing wildlife and vegetation around airfield.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ05-2014
Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Management And Operations
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- Airspace Management
- Aeronautical Information
- Radio communication
- Flight planning
Timeline
Flight Services Specialist
Phoenix Air National Guard
02.2022 - Current
Airfield Management Shift Lead
Barksdale Air Force Base
06.2018 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
Arizona State University
Some College (No Degree) - Aviation Management And Operations
Community College of The Air Force
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