Lanier Manuel

• Became certified as drone pilot after pursuing research in safe and effective drone practices in order to advance entrepreneurial avenues

• Perform aerial photography and videography across North America, including cities and landmarks, accumulating an audience of 1000 social media followers

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• Enhanced safety measures by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies for drone flights.
• Improved operational efficiency by implementing advanced flight path planning and pre-flight checks for drone operations.

• Use LAANC software every flight to ensure safe operation while following all FAA guidelines
• Map landscape using Drone Deploy and Aloft software to create accurate and high-resolution aerial mapping
• Utilize time management to accommodate various appointment times in order to partner effectively with company sending assignments at unpredictable times
• Maintain a 100% serviceability rate for fleet of manageable units to guarantee preparedness for assignments
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance of drones to troubleshoot any problems and return units to working order
• Capture and process terabytes of aerial data that can be used to create high resolution maps, floor plans and 3D models in order to map 50+ acres of land.

• Enhanced aircraft safety by meticulously inspecting and maintaining all systems and components.
• Reduced fuel consumption by optimizing flight plans and implementing efficient in-flight procedures.
• Ensured smooth flight operations by coordinating with pilots, air traffic controllers, and ground crew members.
• Maximized aircraft performance by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and addressing any discrepancies found.
• Boosted team efficiency through effective communication of system status updates to relevant personnel.
• Maintained accurate records of aircraft maintenance, repairs, and component lifecycles for regulatory compliance purposes.
• Implemented preventive maintenance measures, resulting in fewer unscheduled repairs and reduced downtime.
• Enhanced crew preparedness by providing comprehensive training on aircraft systems, emergency procedures, and situational awareness techniques.
• Streamlined maintenance processes by continuously updating technical knowledge on aircraft systems and integrating new technologies into daily work tasks when applicable.
• Prevented potential incidents following strict adherence to safety protocols while overseeing loading/unloading operations onboard the aircraft.
• Assisted with incident investigations determining root causes of technical issues and providing actionable solutions to prevent future occurrences.
• Participated in flight-test programs to measure take-off distances, rate of climb, stall speeds, maneuverability and landing capacities.
• Studied weather conditions at destination, en route and at departure points to make necessary flight adjustments.
• Performed pre-flight inspections to prepare for flight.
• Troubleshot in-flight mechanical and operational issues and restored functionality.
• Observed aircraft safety systems and operational conditions and immediately reported issues.
• Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
• Set courses and monitored in-flight data, autopilot and weather conditions to maintain schedule and safety.

• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.