Larry Collins
Sandusky,OH
Summary
As a squadron instructor one of my squadron ground jobs was being the "Acoustic track training lead" where I was personally responsible for ensuring that my students received the best training possible, and also that it was done on time in accordance with the squadron goal timelines. In addition to training my unqualified students, I felt it was necessary to make sure all AAW operators in the squadron were getting the training they needed to be proficient in their field at all times. Six years active duty and 3 deployments. I know the P-3 very well and am very passionate for it.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Pilot
New Era Technology
02.2022 - 06.2025
- Operated commercial aircraft safely under varying weather conditions and regulations.
- Managed in-flight systems, ensuring efficient communication and navigation during all phases of flight.
- Trained junior pilots on standard operating procedures and emergency response protocols.
- Operated Advanced methane leak detection system and inertial navigation system to ensure mission success.
CDL Tanker Driver
Associated Petroleum Products
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Operated tanker trucks to transport petroleum products safely and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state regulations regarding hazardous materials transportation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and functionality before each route.
P-3 AAW Instructor SME
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.2012 - 12.2018
- 1400+ P-3 aircrew hours as an acoustic sensor operator. Experience in APTR, SCTR systems with an extensive knowledge of the P-3 acoustic suite.
- Personally created and administered a squadron wide "AWTIP" exam where I collaborated with wing 10 and the DARTS representative when I noticed our qualified operators skills were diminishing due to two desert deployments in a row.
- TS SCI Eligible, CRM facilitator for squadron, 1st class FAA medical
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA11-2026
High School Diploma -
P-3 Training Pipeline
Jacksonville, FL11-2013
Skills
- P-3 AAW SME
- 1st class FAA medical
- Able to travel
- Level 400 squadron instructor
- CRF facilitator
Timeline
Commercial Pilot
New Era Technology
02.2022 - 06.2025
CDL Tanker Driver
Associated Petroleum Products
03.2019 - 12.2019
P-3 AAW Instructor SME
U.S. Navy Active Duty
08.2012 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
Liberty University
High School Diploma -
P-3 Training Pipeline