Kelvin Zhao
Grapevine
Summary
Collaborative leader and innate philomath with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture and growth mindset. “Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel.” - Socrates
Total Flight Time: 3,009 Hrs
Airplane Single Engine: 1,453.6 Hrs
Airplane Multi Engine: 1505.4 Hrs
Pilot In Command: 1,756.3 Hrs
As Flight Instructor: 1121.7 Hrs
Cross-Country: 1,059 Hrs
Instrument: 1,152.3 Hrs
FTD SIM: 50 Hrs
Night: 836.0 Hrs
Twin Turbine: 1,325 Hrs
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Officer, B767/B757
Air Transport International
DFW
09.2023 - Current
- Conducted thorough pre-flight inspections to verify aircraft compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in developing flight schedules by evaluating operational constraints and crew availability.
- Coordinated with air traffic control to secure clearances and maintain communication during flights.
- Executed navigational duties, utilizing advanced flight management systems for route optimization.
- Collaborated with the Captain and crew members to ensure smooth communication and coordination during flights.
Captain. BE 99
Ameriflight
DFW
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Coordinated flight operations, prioritizing safety and compliance while optimizing crew resource management during missions.
- Monitored real-time weather updates and adjusted flight plans to maintain optimal safety standards throughout journeys.
- Led pre-flight briefings, fostering clear communication among crew members regarding roles and responsibilities to enhance efficiency.
- Reviewed aircraft performance data post-flight, providing insights for maintenance teams to ensure operational readiness.
- Collaborated with ground services to streamline logistics, ensuring timely departures and arrivals while maintaining customer satisfaction standards.
Chief Pilot
Aurora Aviation Academy
Reno, NV
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed all systems and situations affecting flight while preserving client comfort, safety and training progression.
- Completed post-flight maintenance reports and work with instructors and mechanics for post-maintenance check flights.
- Check-ride coordination between student progression and DPE availability.
- Maintained current knowledge of FAR, ICAO and EASA regulations.
- Monitored pilot performance and coached individual team members to improve abilities.
- Prepared and distributed instructions and policy updates to all active crew before departing.
- Constant encouragement of safety culture and operational transparency.
- **Safety Audits**: Conducted regular safety audits to ensure compliance with aviation regulations and standards.
Assistant Chief Pilot
CFI Academy
Acampo, United States
08.2020 - 09.2021
- Managed over 60 clients' training annually.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Check Airmen for contracted instructors
Instructor Pilot
Embry-Riddle
Prescott, AZ
04.2019 - 05.2020
- 80% 141 student pass rate
- 4 students achieved top 10 percent of class.
- Verified safety of students while using aircrafts by performing regular inspections of aircrafts, checking weather reports and matching level of competence of students to complex training and instructions.
- Recommend curriculum improvements to improve student learning and success 80 %.
- Organized and conducted cockpit familiarization classes and prepared reports on students' proficiency.
ISD - Zone Leader, Afterschool Program Zone Leader
Alphabest, Prosper
Frisco, TX
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Children PBS Trained
- CPR Certified
- Worked with Pre-K to 5th Grade
- Fitness and Language( Mandarin Chinese) instructor
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
Assistant to Senior Marketing Director
MJN Associates, LLC
Frisco, TX
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Worked with Excel Spreadsheet for data collection
- Worked with Word Doc for formatting Product Toxicology Certificate
- Analyzed market trends and competitive landscape to understand opportunities and potential value.
Private Tutor - Math tutor
Contractor
Little Elm, TX
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Tutored STARR and TAKS test Prep
- Algebra I & II
- AP Physics C
- Created study guides and plans for student exam preparation based on self-designed practice tests and school curricula.
- Met with students and discussed educational goals and expectations.
- Worked with students in classrooms or home environments to provide educational support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lone Star High School
Frisco, TX05.2014
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Prescott, AZ12.2015
No Degree - Chemistry
Collin County Community College District
Plano, TX05.2016
Flight School - Aircraft Piloting And Navigation
American Flyer
Addison, TX10.2017
Flight School - Aircraft Piloting And Navigation
ATP Flight Academy
Tacoma, WA08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Science
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA03-2026
Skills
- Standard Operation Procedure Development
- Licensed Commercial Multi-Engine Instrument Pilot
- Licensed Flight Instructor CFI, CFII, MEI
- Training Course Outline Development
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Operations management
- Teamwork skills
- Flight deck management
- Instrument interpretation
- Navigation proficiency
- Passenger safety
- Crew resource management
Accomplishments
Master Wings Phase I
Eagle Scout
Sky Kids Volunteer Pilot
Boy Scout Camp Leader
2nd Place 3A State High School Varsity Tennis
Central Valley Flying Club Founder
Aurora Aviation Academy LLC Founder
Certification
- Youth Protection Safety Certified
- CPR Certified
- Commercial SEL & MEL with Instrument
- CFI, CFII, MEI
- FCC Radio Operator License
- 1St Class Medical
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
First Officer, B767/B757
Air Transport International
09.2023 - Current
Captain. BE 99
Ameriflight
03.2023 - 09.2023
Chief Pilot
Aurora Aviation Academy
09.2021 - 03.2023
Assistant Chief Pilot
CFI Academy
08.2020 - 09.2021
Instructor Pilot
Embry-Riddle
04.2019 - 05.2020
ISD - Zone Leader, Afterschool Program Zone Leader
Alphabest, Prosper
08.2016 - 05.2017
Assistant to Senior Marketing Director
MJN Associates, LLC
06.2015 - 08.2016
Private Tutor - Math tutor
Contractor
01.2014 - 06.2014
No Degree - Chemistry
Collin County Community College District
High School Diploma -
Lone Star High School
Bachelor of Science - Aerospace Engineering
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Flight School - Aircraft Piloting And Navigation
American Flyer
Flight School - Aircraft Piloting And Navigation
ATP Flight Academy
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Science
Liberty University
Languages
Mandarin Chinese
English
Languages
Mandarin Chinese
English
Hobbies
World History
Philosophy
Astronomy
Anthropology
Tennis
Personal Information
Title: Aviator