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Garrett Vargason

1240 E Stringham Ave, Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Dedicated Airline Captain offering years of flight experience and unblemished safety record. Accustomed to working under pressure and implementing CRM to complete job related duties. Seeking a First Officer position at a legacy 121 carrier.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Captain, ERJ-175

SkyWest Airlines
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2023 - Current
  • Preform the duties of Pilot-In-Command at 121 airline operation.
  • Promote high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Analyze operational problems encountered during flights and developed solutions for future prevention.

First Officer, ERJ-175

SkyWest Airlines
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2021 - 11.2023
  • Performed the duties of Second-In-Command at a 121 airline operation.
  • Conducted thorough pre/post flight inspections to ensure airworthiness of aircraft.
  • Assisted the Pilot-In-Command with manipulation of flight controls and decision making.

Flight Instructor

Utah Valley University
Provo, UT
03.2018 - 07.2021
  • Instructed students on all aspects of aircraft operations, from pre-flight inspection to post-flight review.
  • Maintained detailed records of student progress throughout training program.
  • Provided personalized instruction for each student's individual needs and learning style.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Utah Valley University, 08/2018 - 12/2020
Orem, UT
12-2020

ATP Flight Academy, 07/2017 - 03/2018
Ogden, UT

Utah State University, 08/2016 - 05/2017
Logan, UT

Skills

  • CRM
  • Communicative
  • Accountable
  • Knowledgeable in aircraft systems/FARs
  • Safety oriented
  • Bilingual - Spanish

Certifications/Flight Time

  • Total- 2510 / Turbine - 1035 / PIC - 1417 / Dual Given - 1174
  • ATP Certificate - #3893127, Type Rating - ERJ 170/190
  • Current First Class Medical, Current US Passport
  • CFI/CFII/MEI
  • FCC Radiotelephone Operator

Community Service/Awards/Professional Memberships

  • Active NGPA and LPA member.
  • Served a church mission for the Church of Latter Day Saints in Mexico from 09/2014-08/2016.
  • Achieved the rank of Eagle Scout with the Boy Scouts of America.

Timeline

Captain, ERJ-175

SkyWest Airlines
12.2023 - Current

First Officer, ERJ-175

SkyWest Airlines
08.2021 - 11.2023

Flight Instructor

Utah Valley University
03.2018 - 07.2021

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Utah Valley University, 08/2018 - 12/2020

ATP Flight Academy, 07/2017 - 03/2018

Utah State University, 08/2016 - 05/2017
Garrett Vargason