Drew Cripe
Ormond Beach,FL
Summary
Dynamic Certified Flight Instructor and Lead Ramp Agent with a proven track record at L3Harris Airline Academy and Orlando Sanford International Airport. Specialized in enhancing flight safety, improving team performance, and employing advanced flight instruction techniques. Excelled in fostering teamwork and communication, leading to significant operational improvements and increased student pilot proficiency.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor
L3Harris Airline Academy
Sanford, FL
12.2023 - Current
- Improved student confidence and performance with thorough pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings, addressing specific areas for improvement.
- Facilitated productive communication between students, instructors, and aircraft maintenance staff to promote a safe and effective training environment.
- Enhanced student pilot skills by implementing personalized training plans and progress tracking.
- Increased overall flight safety by consistently enforcing strict adherence to FAA regulations during all instructional sessions.
Lead Ramp Agent
Orlando Sanford International Airport
Sanford, FL
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Managed aircraft pushback operations, ensuring safe execution while maintaining schedule integrity.
- Minimized operational errors with thorough pre-flight inspections of aircraft exterior and ground support equipment.
- Increased on-time performance through proactive identification and resolution of potential issues prior to departure.
- Boosted team morale by fostering a positive work environment and providing clear communication channels.
Education
Certified Flight Instructor Instrument - Flight Training
L3Harris Airline Academy
Sanford, FL12.2023
Skills
- Flight Instruction Techniques
- Emergency Procedures Training
- Upset Recovery Instruction
- Multi-Engine Aircraft Operation
- Teamwork and Communication
- Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Promoted U.S. Air force JROTC aviation division commanding lieutenant from 2020-2022
- Promoted DeLand Police Department Cadet Honor Guard commanding lieutenant from 2021-2022
- First place regional drill team for U.S. Air force JROTC 2021
Flight Experience
- 320 hours total time
- 100 hours of dual given
- 26 hour of multi engine time
- 60 hour of actual instrument time
- Commercial (ASEL/AMEL)
- CFI-I (ASEL)
- Tailwheel endorsement
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
L3Harris Airline Academy
12.2023 - Current
Lead Ramp Agent
Orlando Sanford International Airport
05.2021 - 10.2022
Certified Flight Instructor Instrument - Flight Training
L3Harris Airline Academy