Donald Schumann
BIG SPRING,TX
Summary
Dynamic aviation professional with extensive experience as a Captain at Partee Aviation, excelling in crew resource management and emergency procedures. 100% Checkride Pass Rate. Proven ability to enhance passenger satisfaction through meticulous flight planning and operational awareness. Skilled in troubleshooting aircraft systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Talented ATP Pilot brings background in military and civilian aviation. Qualified in craft of different sizes with many hours at controls. Accurate in calculating weights and minimizing risks from overloading or other safety concerns.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Captain, Embraer Legacy 450
Partee Aviation
03.2023 - Current
- Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to provide fastest, safest and smoothest flights for on-time arrivals and high levels of passenger satisfaction.
- Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
- Executed emergency procedures to maintain passenger and cargo safety during unexpected circumstances.
- Observed aircraft safety systems and operational conditions and immediately reported issues.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Troubleshot in-flight mechanical and operational issues and restored functionality.
EMS Helicopter Pilot
Air Methods/Air Evac
08.2013 - 03.2023
- Checked aircraft prior to flights to maintain proper functionality of engines, controls, instruments and other systems.
- Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
- Briefed passengers on takeoff and landing times, unforeseen obstacles and weather conditions.
- Conducted aircraft walk-arounds before entering cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
UH60 Blackhawk Pilot/Maintenance Test Pilot
US Army
07.2005 - 08.2013
- Completed post-flight maintenance reports and worked with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights.
- Planned and filed daily flight plans for training missions, sorties, and patrol flights.
- Monitored and interpreted instruments to determine flight status, airline condition and geographic position.
- Coordinated with FAA air traffic controllers in safely and smoothly navigating airspace.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
UH60 Blackhawk Mechanic/Crewchief
US Army
06.2000 - 07.2004
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Corrected faults and maximized performance by rebuilding systems and individual components.
Education
Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH01-2019
Skills
- Crew resource management
- Aircraft systems
- Operational awareness
- Technical aptitude
- Emergency management
- Flight navigation
- Airline transport pilot (ATP)
Certification
Airline Transport Pilot License (ATP), 2025
First Class FAA Medical Certificate, 2025
Commercial Pilot License Rotorcraft, 2005
Type Ratings: EMB-550(PIC) CE-560XL(SIC)
Timeline
Captain, Embraer Legacy 450
Partee Aviation
03.2023 - Current
EMS Helicopter Pilot
Air Methods/Air Evac
08.2013 - 03.2023
UH60 Blackhawk Pilot/Maintenance Test Pilot
US Army
07.2005 - 08.2013
UH60 Blackhawk Mechanic/Crewchief
US Army
06.2000 - 07.2004
Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
Flight Hours
Total Flight Time: 3561
Turbine Time: 3374
PIC: 2448
SIC: 185
ACTL INST: 250
Night: 510