JAEWAN CHOI
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Aeronautical Science graduate and Certified Flight Instructor with 1,300+ flight hours and 1,000+ PIC hours. Experienced in structured Part 141 training environments with strong emphasis on SOP compliance, instrument procedures, night operations, and student mentoring. Proven leadership through military service and student organizations. Seeking a First Officer position with SkyWest Airlines.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI / CFII)
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – PRC Campus
06.2024 - Current
- Provide dual flight and ground instruction in single-engine aircraft
- Train students in instrument procedures, night operations, and cross-country planning
- Emphasize SOP adherence, checklist discipline, and aeronautical decision-making
- Prepare students for FAA practical tests and checkrides
Member
Korean Student Association (ERAU)
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Mentored incoming students and organized cultural adaptation events
- Facilitated student networking and community engagement
Treasurer
International Student Association (ERAU)
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Managed organizational finances and maintained itemized financial records
Military Police Specialist (Staff Sergeant)
Republic of Korea Armed Forces – Frontline Defense
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Led base security operations and supervised team members
- Executed missions through clear communication and leadership
- Identified airborne and ground threats to maintain base safety
Education
B.S. - Aeronautical Science (Fixed-Wing)
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Prescott, AZ05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Aviation
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, NDSkills
- Crew Resource Management (CRM)
- SOP & Checklist Discipline
- Instrument & Night Operations
- Leadership & Team Coordination
Certification
- FAA Commercial Pilot — ASEL / AMEL
- Instrument Rating
- CFI / CFII
- Restricted ATP Eligible
- FAA First Class Medical
- Radiotelephone Operator’s Certificate (Aeronautical – ROK)
ADVANCED TRAINING
- Cessna 172S (G1000 NXi) Autopilot Operations
- DA-42 Complex Aircraft Endorsement
FLIGHT TIME SUMMARY
- Total Time: 1,305.8 hrs
- Pilot in Command: 1,008.1 hrs
- Multi-Engine: 58.8 hrs
- Instrument (Actual & Simulated): 133.6 hrs
- Cross-Country: 286.6 hrs
- Night (Actual): 89 hrs
- Night Takeoffs & Landings: 96
- ATP Night Requirement satisfied under FAR 61.159(a)(2)
ELIGIBILITY
- Authorized to work in the United States
- Willing to relocate and work variable schedules
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI / CFII)
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – PRC Campus
06.2024 - Current
Treasurer
International Student Association (ERAU)
05.2022 - 05.2023
Member
Korean Student Association (ERAU)
01.2021 - 05.2024
Military Police Specialist (Staff Sergeant)
Republic of Korea Armed Forces – Frontline Defense
10.2018 - 05.2020
B.S. - Aeronautical Science (Fixed-Wing)
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Bachelor of Science - Commercial Aviation
University of North Dakota