EMILY PITNEY
Ann Arbor
Summary
Motivated and disciplined aviation professional with 11 years of military service and foundational pilot experience, seeking to build a career in airline operations. Known for strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to safety; with a proven ability to perform under pressure and contribute effectively within a team. Eager to apply military discipline and dedication to excellence in a commercial aviation environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor
Solo Aviation Inc.
10.2024 - Current
- Enforced FAA regulations and safety protocols during all training flights.
- Tailored instruction to individual learning styles, optimizing student progression and retention.
- Achieved 100% student pass rate on FAA written exams, exceeding national averages.
- Coordinated with maintenance and line crew to ensure aircraft readiness and minimize downtime.
Mortuary Affairs Officer
United States Air Force
05.2018 - Current
- Supported base morale and welfare services for 1,700+ personnel.
- Conducted honor guard duties including transporting human remains and performing honorary funerals.
- Managed mobility folders and logistics for deployments.
Flight Attendant- IOE/ Inflight Instructor
Air Wisconsin
01.2017 - 10.2022
- Delivered in-flight safety demos and emergency instruction to IOE students.
- Participated in pilot and flight attendant recruitment, interviews, and screening processes.
- Led ongoing training for cabin crew to enhance compliance with FAA and company safety protocols.
Education
Certified Flight Instructor - undefined
Jackson Flight School
Jackson, MI10.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Flight
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
Tulsa, OK03.2024
Private Pilot License - FAA Certificate
Poplar Grove AirMotive
Poplar Grove, IL09.2022
Flight Attendant - FAA Certificate
The Travel Academy
Eagan, MN11.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Durand High School
Durand, IL06.2014
Certification
- Commercial Pilot: AMEL, ASEL, Instrument Airplane
- Certified Flight Instructor: CFI ASE
- Complex Endorsement
- FAA First Class Medical (Issued July 2024)
- FAA Certified Flight Attendant
- CPR/AED Certified
Accomplishments
Gas Kicker Award: Grissom Air Force Base
FLIGHT HOURS
Total Time: 738.1 Pilot in Command: 612.4 | Cross Country: 126.3 Multi-Engine: 22.4 | Night: 48.9 | Simulated Instrument: 87.3 Actual Instrument: 28.0 | Dual Received: 377.3 Dual Given: 278.3
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
Solo Aviation Inc.
10.2024 - Current
Mortuary Affairs Officer
United States Air Force
05.2018 - Current
Flight Attendant- IOE/ Inflight Instructor
Air Wisconsin
01.2017 - 10.2022
Certified Flight Instructor - undefined
Jackson Flight School
Private Pilot License - FAA Certificate
Poplar Grove AirMotive
Flight Attendant - FAA Certificate
The Travel Academy
High School Diploma - undefined
Durand High School
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Flight
Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology
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