Lettitia Clarke
Fort Lee,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Air Traffic Controller with over 10 years of U.S. Army service and FAA Academy graduate. Demonstrated proficiency in landing, takeoff, navigation, and emergency protocols within high-traffic environments. Expertise in airspace analysis, safety audits, and advanced aviation technologies, consistently enhancing efficiency, compliance, and safety. Effective communicator and leader, skilled at inspiring teams and partnering with federal agencies to drive aviation innovation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Manager
Whisk Aero
Mountain View, California
06.2022 - 07.2025
- Designed Instrument Approach Plates and IFR routes for remotely piloted aircraft, increasing throughput by 15% and reducing conflict points by 10%.
- Developed simulated Instrument Approach Procedures, achieving a 95% success rate while cutting development time by 20%.
- Led design of vertiport requirements, accelerating partner integration by 30% and enhancing safety by 5%.
- Conducted airspace analysis to identify 25 congestion points, improving utilization by 8%.
- Collaborated with NASA and FAA to enhance simulated air traffic management, boosting capacity by 7%.
Aviation Safety Specialist
Joby Aero
Marina, California
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Implemented audit program utilizing IS-BAO and FSIMs DCTs, reducing discrepancies by 20%.
- Supervised safety audits and investigations, achieving a 10% decrease in incident rates.
- Led ERP drills with 95% participation, resulting in improved response times of 30%.
- Acted as safety liaison for Commercial Operations and Flight Test teams, enhancing inter-agency response by 25% while reducing ground incidents by 5%.
Flight Operations Coordinator
Uber Elevate/UberCopter (Uber)
New York, New York
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Ensured 99% on-time departure rate for Copter Service Plan through effective coordination.
- Reduced safety incidents by 15% by maintaining situational awareness during all flight phases.
- Achieved zero weather-related diversions by closely monitoring weather and NOTAMs.
- Managed flight manifests for 20 daily flights, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
- Trained new hires, resulting in a 30% reduction in onboarding time.
- Enhanced departmental efficiency by 20%, achieving 90% customer satisfaction.
STEM- Substitute Teacher
New York Department Of Education
Brooklyn, New York
01.2011 - 06.2019
- Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Monitored student engagement and participation during lessons and activities.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Air Traffic Controller
Federal Aviation Administration
Jamaica, New York
01.2010 - 07.2010
- Coordinated air traffic between control centers by issuing landing and takeoff authorizations.
- Directed flight path adjustments during adverse weather and emergency situations.
- Monitored weather conditions, navigational charts, and aircraft reports to assess flight progress.
- Alerted airport response personnel to crises, including medical emergencies and emergency landings.
Education
Master of Science - Aviation Science
California Aeronautical University
Bakersfield, CA07-2023
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-2018
Skills
- Airspace analysis
- Safety audits
- Flight operations coordination
- Vertiport requirements
- Compliance management
- FAA TARGETS, Instrument Approach Procedures, IFR Route Design
- Safety Management Systems (SMS), IS-BAO, FSIMs DCTs, Audits
- Vendor management
- Shift scheduling
- Stakeholder management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Training, Audit Support, Investigations, Work Process Analysis, Documentation & Certification
- Communication, Team Leadership, Problem-Solving, Decision-Making, Customer Service
Certification
FAA Mike Monroney Academy Graduate
Accomplishments
Publications:
Co-Author: Near-Term Urban Air Mobility Use Cases in Dallas-Fort Worth Area- https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20220009944/downloads/20220009944_Verma_TM-UAM_manuscript_final_2.pdf
Co-Author: Missed Approach Procedures in Advanced Air Mobility: Conceptual Exploration -https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20230007215/downloads/AIAA-Aviation_NASA_Wisk_MA_FINAL.pdf
Co-Author: Near-Term Urban Air Mobility Use Cases in Dallas-Fort Worth Area- https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20220009944/downloads/20220009944_Verma_TM-UAM_manuscript_final_2.pdf
Co-Author: Missed Approach Procedures in Advanced Air Mobility: Conceptual Exploration -https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20230007215/downloads/AIAA-Aviation_NASA_Wisk_MA_FINAL.pdf
Timeline
Manager
Whisk Aero
06.2022 - 07.2025
Aviation Safety Specialist
Joby Aero
01.2021 - 06.2022
Flight Operations Coordinator
Uber Elevate/UberCopter (Uber)
02.2019 - 01.2021
STEM- Substitute Teacher
New York Department Of Education
01.2011 - 06.2019
Air Traffic Controller
Federal Aviation Administration
01.2010 - 07.2010
Master of Science - Aviation Science
California Aeronautical University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Purdue University