Ethan Wessinger
Herkimer,NY
Summary
Chief Pilot and Airline Transport Pilot with 7,500+ total flight hours, including PIC and turbine experience across corporate and charter operations. Directs flight department scheduling, crew coordination, training oversight, and FAA compliance while operating BE300 and CE560XL aircraft in safe, organized flight operations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Pilot
Raymour & Flanigan Flight Department
Herkimer, NY
02.2018 - Current
- Directed flight department operations for corporate aircraft scheduling and crew coordination.
- Supervised pilots, training plans, and proficiency standards for safe flight operations.
- Managed FAA compliance, manuals, and standard procedures across company aviation activities.
- Operated BE300 aircraft for corporate flight operations, ensuring safety and compliance with regulations.
First Officer
Gama Aviation LLC / Wheels Up
12.2016 - 02.2018
- Piloted CE560XL aircraft for Part 135 charter operations, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation regulations.
- Reviewed flight plans, weather data, and NOTAMs for safe dispatch decisions.
- Assisted the captain with preflight inspections for Gama Aviation LLC / Wheels Up aircraft.
- Monitored aircraft systems during operations and reported abnormalities to flight crew.
Standards Captain / Captain / First Officer
Gama Aviation LLC/Wheels Up
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Directed flight operations for BE300 aircraft, optimizing operational execution.
- Ensured operational compliance for BE300 aircraft, enhancing safety and reliability.
- Assisted the captain in flight operations for BE300, supporting mission efficiency and crew coordination.
Contract Pilot / Corporate Pilot
Norcross Aviation
10.2011 - 01.2014
- Operated aircraft for diverse clients, ensuring timely and safe travel
- Piloted CE500 for corporate travel, facilitating executive transportation and business engagements
Captain
MetroAir
06.2011 - 10.2011
- Directed Part 135 air carrier operations as Captain, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and efficient flight management.
- Commanded MetroAir flights in compliance with FAA regulations and company procedures.
- Coordinated flight crew duties during MetroAir passenger and cargo operations.
- Reviewed weather briefings, flight plans, and NOTAMs before departure.
Captain
Richard Crouse and Associates
04.2005 - 12.2010
- Conducted aerial flight missions as Captain, ensuring safety and efficiency throughout operations.
Flight Instructor
New Horizon Aviation
11.2002 - 04.2005
- Delivered primary and advanced flight instruction to student pilots, enhancing their skills and confidence in aviation.
Education
CE560 XL Type Rating
Flight Saftey International
Atlanta, GA02-2017
BE300 Type Rating
Flight Saftey International
Atlanta, GA01-2014
Part 141 Professional Pilot Program -
North American Institute of Aviation
College Prep -
Mid Carolina High School
Skills
- Flight operations management
- FAA compliance
- Standard procedures
- Crew scheduling
- Training oversight
- Flight planning
Certification
Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), FAA First Class Medical Certificate, Type Ratings / Aircraft Experience: BE300, CE560XL, CE500
Accomplishments
Eagle Scout
FLIGHT TIME SUMMARY
- Total Flight Time: 7500 hrs
- Pilot in Command (PIC): 6055 hrs
- Turbine Time: 3500 hrs
- Turbine PIC: 2100 hrs
Timeline
Chief Pilot
Raymour & Flanigan Flight Department
02.2018 - Current
First Officer
Gama Aviation LLC / Wheels Up
12.2016 - 02.2018
Standards Captain / Captain / First Officer
Gama Aviation LLC/Wheels Up
01.2014 - 11.2016
Contract Pilot / Corporate Pilot
Norcross Aviation
10.2011 - 01.2014
Captain
MetroAir
06.2011 - 10.2011
Captain
Richard Crouse and Associates
04.2005 - 12.2010
Flight Instructor
New Horizon Aviation
11.2002 - 04.2005
CE560 XL Type Rating
Flight Saftey International
BE300 Type Rating
Flight Saftey International
Part 141 Professional Pilot Program -
North American Institute of Aviation
College Prep -
Mid Carolina High School