Keisha Wetch

Safety-focused Aviation Operations Manager with 6 years of experience in airport ground operations, deicing procedures, and regulatory compliance across general aviation and FBO environments. Skilled in implementing FAA-compliant Safety Management Systems (SMS), managing deicing operations in coordination with airfield safety teams, and conducting daily ramp inspections to prevent incidents and ensure regulatory readiness. Proven ability to lead safety briefings, train frontline staff in OSHA/HAZMAT protocols, and respond effectively to emergency scenarios. Based in Austin, TX, with a strong commitment to operational excellence, risk mitigation, and creating a proactive safety culture.

• Recognized for Outstanding Safety Leadership — Received internal Safety Excellence Award (2023) for maintaining a 100% incident-free record over 18 consecutive months during peak operations.
• Led Safe Deicing Operations — Managed over 500 successful aircraft deicing procedures with zero safety violations, coordinating closely with airfield ops and weather response teams.
• Reduced Safety Incidents by 40% — Implemented proactive ramp inspection protocols and daily safety briefings, resulting in a significant drop in reportable incidents within one year.
• Developed Emergency Response Playbook — Created step-by-step emergency response guides and trained team on drills, improving response times and FAA inspection readiness scores.
• Achieved 100% Compliance in Safety Audits — Passed FAA and OSHA audits with no findings for three consecutive years through strict adherence to SOPs and staff training programs.
• Safety Culture Advocate — Initiated a “Stop and Report” safety campaign that increased frontline reporting of near-misses by 60%, contributing to better risk prevention.