Douglass Riddle
Lake City,AR
Summary
Certified Flight Instructor with proven expertise in safety compliance, student performance assessment, and custom training material development. Demonstrated ability to enhance student learning and flight proficiency through effective communication and constructive feedback.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor
Self-employeed
Jonesboro, AR
05.2025 - Current
- Facilitated student instruction in flight operations, prioritizing safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
- Developed personalized training programs to enhance student learning experiences and flight proficiency.
- Assessed student performance through comprehensive evaluations, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Utilized aviation simulation tools to reinforce theoretical knowledge and practical skills in a controlled environment.
Line Guy
Arkansas Air Center
Jonesboro, AR
12.2024 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Collaborated with pilots to understand and fulfill their requirements for optimal flight operations.
Assistant Service Center Manager
Averitt Express
Jonesboro, AR
07.2016 - 07.2023
- Streamlined daily operations to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in managing team performance through effective training and mentorship initiatives.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workflow and productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced turnaround times for service requests.
Education
Associate of Science - Commercial Pilot
Ozarka College
Melbourne05.2025
Skills
- CFI/CFII/MEI instructing private, instrument, and commercial students with a strong first-time pass rate
- Ground and flight instruction in single- and multi-engine aircraft, primary through advanced ratings
- Build custom ACS-aligned training materials: oral prep, lesson plans, and systems trainers
- Manage full student roster with endorsements and detailed post-flight debriefs
- Turbine/jet systems knowledge (CE-500/CE-525 type ratings, ATP) supporting advanced instruction
Certification
Certifications & Ratings
- ATP
- CFI, CFII, MEI
- CE-500 PIC Type Rating
- CE-525 SIC Type Rating
Flight Experience (as of 7/4/26)
- Total Time: 1714
- PIC: 1555
- Multi-Engine Land: 297
- Single-Engine Land: 1386
- Instrument: 147
- Night: 148
- Cross-Country: 678
- Turbine: 240
- Turbo-fan: 80
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
Self-employeed
05.2025 - Current
Line Guy
Arkansas Air Center
12.2024 - Current
Assistant Service Center Manager
Averitt Express
07.2016 - 07.2023
Associate of Science - Commercial Pilot
Ozarka College