Desired Job Title
Flight InstructorSafety Standards Duty OfficerWork Type
Full TimePart TimeSeasonal WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridLocation: Gallatin, TN
Open to relocation: Yes
Jake Nickols
Gallatin,TN
Work Preference
Summary
Dedicated and safety-focused Flight Instructor with experience providing FAA-compliant flight and ground instruction to student pilots. Skilled in aviation safety, aeronautical decision-making, aircraft systems, navigation, and flight operations. Currently continuing my education by pursuing a Masters in Aviation safety at Liberty University by continuing focused education on aviation safety. I'm committed to fostering safe flight practices, developing pilot proficiency, and contributing to operational excellence within the aviation industry.
Overview
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1
Certification
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1
year of professional experience
Work History
Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Provided ground and flight instruction to student pilots in accordance with FAA regulations and approved training curricula. Conducted pre-flight and post-flight briefings, evaluated student performance, maintained accurate training records, and ensured adherence to safety procedures.
- Instructed students in aircraft systems, aerodynamics, navigation, flight maneuvers, emergency procedures, and decision-making skills while fostering a professional learning environment focused on safety, proficiency, and regulatory compliance.
- Developed personalized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
Safety Standards Duty Officer
ATP Flight School
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored flight training operations from all 82 ATP flight school locations to ensure compliance with ATP Flight School and FAA safety standards. Assisted with safety reporting, documentation, and operational oversight in a fast-paced aviation environment. Communicated safety procedures, operational updates to students, instructors, operational leadership, and FBO administrators. Supported risk management efforts by identifying and addressing potential safety concerns. Maintained accurate records and upheld professional standards in daily flight operations.
Education
BS - Aviation
Liberty University
Lynchburg04-2026
Master of Science - in Progress : Aviation Safety
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Federal aviation regulations familiarity
- Safety management
- Crew resource management
- Instructional material development
- Pilot mentoring abilities
- Flight test preparation
- Customer service
- Record keeping
- Student assessments
Certification
Commercial Pilot, Flight Instructor, Airplane single and multiengine; instrument airplane
Timeline
Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
06.2023 - 06.2024
Safety Standards Duty Officer
ATP Flight School
03.2023 - 06.2023
BS - Aviation
Liberty University
Master of Science - in Progress : Aviation Safety
Liberty University