Kyle Hopkinson
Certified Flight Instructor
Spicewood,TX
Summary
Methodical Flight Instructor with experience providing primary and advanced flight instruction to private pilots, instrument pilots, and commercial pilots and students. Extensive knowledge of aerodynamics, flight characteristics and aircraft teaching procedures. Well-versed with latest flight instructional techniques and procedures of standard aviation training programs. Communicative and safety-conscious professional possessing excellent multitasking, recordkeeping and instructional abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor
Above and Beyond Aviation
08.2021 - Current
- CFI, CFII, MEI
- Schedule and conduct thorough flight training and ground training out of Austin Bergstrom International Airport.
- Ensure client satisfaction with emphasis on flight safety.
- Prepare clients for oral and practical examination according to FAR Part 61.
- Led countless training flights to include weather briefings, flight planning and safety measures to ensure safe flights in training environment.
- Instructed students in the use of cutting edge avionics including Garmin G1000.
- 8 students passed checkride with more to come.
Certified Flight Instructor
Eastern Kentucky University
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Trained individual clients in aviation through theoretical and practical flight instruction.
- Verified safety of students while using aircrafts by performing regular inspections of aircrafts, checking weather reports and training all students to manage risk in all aspects of aviation.
- Adjusted and aligned course material to meet individual needs.
- 2 students passed checkride with my endorsement.
Swim School Manager
Nitro Swimming
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Ensure that the product advertised meets or exceeds all expectations
- Build a weekly shift schedule for employees based on employee availability
- Answer all emails from parents or patrons regarding questions, compliments, and complaints and respond accordingly
- Maintain a staff that is lifeguard certified, friendly, and capable.
Swim Instructor/Deck Coach
Nitro Swimming TX
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Teach and facilitate safe and proper swimming techniques for kids and adults of any age
- Oversee safety of the pool area while also communicating with parents of the swimmers
- Maintain a fun and exciting environment for coworkers and swimmers
Lifeguard
Lakeway Resort
01.2014 - 09.2015
- Responsible for overseeing the safety of all swimmers
- Provided upkeep of pool facilities (slide, toys, fountain)
Education
Lake Travis High School
Austin, TXRegents School of Austin
Austin, TXMechanical Engineering -
Baylor University
Waco, TXSkills
- Interpersonal and communication skills are top notch
- Very patient when teaching or learning skills
- Flight Instructor - excelled in building relationships that foster trust and safety while maintaining high standards for all student pilots
- High situational awareness
- Remain calm and focused under pressure
Accomplishments
- ATP Flight School, Austin TX
- October 2019 - March 2021
- Private Pilot
- Instrument Rating
- Commercial Pilot Single Engine
- Commercial Pilot Multi Engine
- CFI
- CFII
- MEI
- Total Time: 1481.2
- PIC (excluding dual given): 193.2
- Instructor Time: 1210.8
- Instrument (Simulated and Actual): 88.4
- Multi-Engine: 32.0
- Cross-Country: 266.4
- Aircraft Flown: Piper Archer, Piper Seminole, Cessna 172, Grumman Tiger, Diamond DA-40
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
Above and Beyond Aviation
08.2021 - Current
Certified Flight Instructor
Eastern Kentucky University
05.2021 - 08.2021
Swim School Manager
Nitro Swimming
03.2018 - 10.2019
Swim Instructor/Deck Coach
Nitro Swimming TX
10.2015 - 03.2018
Lifeguard
Lakeway Resort
01.2014 - 09.2015
Lake Travis High School
Regents School of Austin
Mechanical Engineering -
Baylor University
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