Kelley Holgate
Carlsbad,USA
Summary
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI, CFII, MEI) with 1000+ total flight hours and 600+ hours of dual instruction given. Currently working as a CFI at ATP Flight School in Carlsbad, California. Extensive experience in flight operations, training, and safety management. Highly motivated to leverage aviation expertise, instructional skills, and leadership abilities in a professional pilot role.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI Stage)
ATP Flight School
Carlsbad, California
07.2025 - Current
- Instruct CFI applicants in both ground and flight training, preparing them for their single-engine CFI checkrides.
- Provide mentorship and professional guidance to help new instructors transition into effective and confident CFIs.
- Design and deliver advanced instructional techniques tailored to the unique challenges of teaching future flight instructors.
Certified Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
Carlsbad, California
06.2024 - Current
- Provide flight instruction for students working toward their private, instrument, and commercial licenses.
- Conduct ground and flight training in both single-engine and multi-engine aircraft.
- Guide students through flight maneuvers, emergency procedures, and cross-country flights.
- Maintain a focus on safety and regulatory compliance, ensuring students meet all FAA standards.
Technical Recruiter
Apex Systems
Newport Beach, California
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Provided recruiting expertise for clients in high-demand sectors, including technology, healthcare, and logistics.
- Managed the full recruitment lifecycle: sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding top candidates for Fortune 500 companies.
- Built and maintained strong relationships with hiring managers to stay aligned with business needs.
- Proficient in applicant tracking systems (ATS) and vendor management tools, including Field Glass.
Fuel Manager
Coastal Helicopters
La Verne, California
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Coordinated helicopter fuel transport across California and Oregon, ensuring safe and timely operations for firefighting and aviation missions.
- Communicated with pilots, fire teams, and dispatchers to maintain safety and operational efficiency.
- Assisted with flight planning, logistics, and daily helicopter maintenance and checks.
- Conducted fueling, inspection, and minor maintenance tasks to support ongoing flight operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Journalism (Advertising), Minor in Sports Business
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR 09.2017 - 06.2021
Flight Hours
1000+ Total hours
600+ Dual Given hours
900+ PIC hours
27 Multi Engine hours
60+ Night hours
380+ Cross-Country hours
Certification
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII)
- Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
- FAA Private Pilot License (PPL)
- FAA Commercial Pilot License Single & Multi Engine (CPL)
- First-Class Medical Certificate
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI Stage)
ATP Flight School
07.2025 - Current
Certified Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
06.2024 - Current
Technical Recruiter
Apex Systems
11.2022 - 02.2023
Fuel Manager
Coastal Helicopters
06.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Science - Journalism (Advertising), Minor in Sports Business
University of Oregon
09.2017 - 06.2021