Gavin Kertz
Houston,Texas
Summary
I am a skilled and dedicated pilot with a passion for aviation and a strong commitment to safety. Seeking a challenging position as a pilot where I can utilize my extensive flight experience, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and excellent communication skills to contribute to the success of an aviation organization. I aim to further develop my expertise while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and delivering exceptional service to passengers and crew.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lear 45 Captain
Flytru
Houston, Texas
01.2024 - Current
- Commanded and safely operated charter aircraft in compliance with FAA regulations, company SOPs, and international aviation standards while ensuring passenger and crew safety at all times.
- Led flight planning and operational decision-making, including weather analysis, fuel management, risk assessment, and coordination with dispatch, ground crews, and ATC.
- Managed crew performance and client experience, providing leadership to first officers and cabin crew while delivering high-level service to the charter clients.
Chief Flight Instructor
Texas Flight Aviation LLC
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Oversaw all flight training operations, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations, school polices, and safety standards while maintaining high instructional quality.
- Supervised and mentored flight instructors, conducting standardization training, performance evaluations, and stage checks to ensure consistent training outcomes.
- Managed student progress and certification readiness, approving solo flights, end-of-course recommendations and coordinating practical test preparation with designated students.
Logistics
Rx Pharma
03.2017 - 01.2023
- Assisted in shipping department by packaging orders and transporting 30-50lb boxes into warehouse.
Flight Student
Aero-guard Flight School - Part 141
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed proficiency in single and multi-engine aircraft.
- Collaborated with instructors and fellow students to develop methods and solutions for aviation topics.
Education
Aviation Sciences Degree -
Liberty University
04-2027
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AeroGuard Flight School
Phoenix, Arizona05-2021
Skills
- Strong communication and people skills
- Creative and adaptable
- Ability to think quickly and make decisions
- Excellent spatial awareness and coordination
- Attention to detail
- Good work ethic
Certification
- CFI
- CFII
- MEI
- ATP
- FAA 1st Class medical
Timeline
Lear 45 Captain
Flytru
01.2024 - Current
Chief Flight Instructor
Texas Flight Aviation LLC
01.2023 - 11.2023
Flight Student
Aero-guard Flight School - Part 141
11.2019 - 05.2021
Logistics
Rx Pharma
03.2017 - 01.2023
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AeroGuard Flight School
Aviation Sciences Degree -
Liberty University
FLIGHT HOURS
- Total: 2,377.5
- PIC: 1,657.3
- PIC Turbine: 545.9
- Turbine: 971.0
- Multi Engine 1,278.9
- Instrument 220.8