Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Frank Dollosso

Lakeport,CA

Summary

Accomplished Owner/Pilot at Lake Air Adventures, adept in Aircraft Operations and building client relationships, significantly enhanced brand visibility and client base. Excelled in safety and efficiency at Norcal Skydiving, showcasing expertise in Flight Safety and Maintenance Requirements. Proven track record in Sales & Marketing, achieving repeat business through exceptional service and strategic marketing initiatives.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Pilot

Lake Air Adventures
10.2022 - Current
  • Provides scenic flights to locals and visitors to Lake County.
  • Developed SOP's for Commercial Part 91 operations obtaining a LOA from local FSDO
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • LakeAirAdventures.com

Volunteer Pilot

Angel Flight West
11.2021 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
  • Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to provide fastest, safest and smoothest flights for on-time arrivals and high levels of passenger satisfaction.

Pilot

Norcal Skydiving
02.2023 - Current
  • Monitored in-flight fuel consumption and calculated required fuel quantity based on destination and flight plan.
  • Conducted routine pre-flight inspections of aircraft, reviewed maintenance logbooks and Minimum Equipment List (MEL), with special attention to proper sign-offs.
  • Operated aircraft in accordance with Aircraft Flight Manual, Minimum Equipment List and Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Performed pre-flight inspections to prepare for flight.

Insurance Agent

AAA Mountain West Group
10.2005 - 12.2022
  • Built relationships with clients using active listening and issue resolution to provide excellent service.
  • Responded to customer calls swiftly to resolve issues and answer questions.
  • Maintained high standards of customer service by building relationships with clients.
  • Cross-sold insurance products to existing clients to reach sales targets.

Volunteer Firefighter

Northshore Fire Department
01.2000 - 04.2016
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Assessed and repaired fire extinguishers and various fire equipment for stations.
  • Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
  • Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
  • Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
  • Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.

Education

Commercial Pilot - Insturment C-AMEL

Ukiah Aviation
Lakeport, CA

Property & Casualty Insurance - Insurance And Risk Management

A.D. Banker
Sacramento, CA
10.2005

Medical - EMT

Mendocino College
Ukiah, CA
06.2002

High School Diploma -

Upper Lake High
Upper Lake, CA
06.1998

Skills

  • Aircraft Operations
  • Search and Rescue
  • Flight Plans
  • Navigation Charts
  • Flight Safety
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Sales & Marketing

Certification


  • Commercial Pilot / Instrument
  • C-AMEL

TT 1610 , PIC 1550, 1028 X-country, 120+ Night, 105+ Instrument, 25 MEL

  • (times continues to increase)
  • Property and Casualty License
  • Life and health license
  • Commercial Class B CDL


Timeline

Pilot

Norcal Skydiving
02.2023 - Current

Owner/Pilot

Lake Air Adventures
10.2022 - Current

Volunteer Pilot

Angel Flight West
11.2021 - Current

Insurance Agent

AAA Mountain West Group
10.2005 - 12.2022

Volunteer Firefighter

Northshore Fire Department
01.2000 - 04.2016

Commercial Pilot - Insturment C-AMEL

Ukiah Aviation

Property & Casualty Insurance - Insurance And Risk Management

A.D. Banker

Medical - EMT

Mendocino College

High School Diploma -

Upper Lake High
Frank Dollosso