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Luis Alva

Orlando,FL

Summary

An Alumni of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a Bachelors Degree in Aeronautical Science. Hold a Commercial Multi-Engine, Single Engine Certificate with an Instrument Rating. G150 SIC, CE-500 PIC Type Rating. Previously worked as an Aerial Survey Image Pilot flying Cessna 172’s and Piper Aztecs. Have past experience flying Cessna 150, 172, Cirrus SR22, Diamond 42, Piper Aztec, King Air F90, 200, Citation 500 series and Gulfstream G150. Currently employed at FlightSafety International and FliteAccess LLC as a Second In Command.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Pilot

FliteAccess
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted pilot with all aircraft operations from takeoff to landing.
  • Checked aircraft equipment functionality before takeoff.
  • Communicated with tower control operators at airports.
  • Navigated flights according to routes.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Second In Command

FlightSafety International Inc.
08.2023 - Current
  • Assist as SIC for clients going through initial or recurrent training Part 91/135.
  • Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
  • Continually performing emergency scenarios and being able to effectively troubleshoot problems.
  • Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
  • Continually evaluated craft performance and environmental conditions to execute flight path changes if required.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Corporate Pilot

CSM Aviation
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conduct TTSI (MedEvac) Flights.
  • Second In Command 91/135 operations.
  • Attained detailed weather reports prior to planning flights.
  • Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
  • Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
  • Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to provide fastest, safest and smoothest flights for on-time arrivals and high levels of passenger satisfaction.

Second in Command

FlightSafety International Inc.
10.2022 - 02.2023
  • Assist as SIC for clients going through initial or recurrent training Part 91/135.
  • Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
  • Continually performing emergency scenarios and being able to effectively troubleshoot problems.
  • Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
  • Continually evaluated craft performance and environmental conditions to execute flight path changes if required.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.

Aerial

Suvery Pilot, Air America
04.2022 - 10.2022
  • Safely and effectively operate Cessna 172's and Piper PA-27's to determine best path to obtain required images
  • Conducted checks on operational equipment, navigational controls, fuel levels and communication tools to guarantee problem-free flights
  • Coordinate with air traffic control to carry out flight plans
  • Continually utilize GPS and aeronautical charts without error
  • Perform pre-flight checklists on all systems to ensure FAA safety standards.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - Aeronautical Science

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Beach
Daytona Beach, FL
06.2021

Skills

  • Flight Planning
  • Time Management
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership and Teamwork
  • Crew Resource Management

Flight Time And Certifications

Total Flight Time: 1029 hours

Pilot in Command: 716 hours

Second in Command: 211 hours

Multi Engine: 398 hours

Turbine: 295 hours

IFR Sim/Actual: 200/33

IFR Total: 233 hours

Cross Country: 561 hours

Night: 135 hours

Level D Simulator (Gulfstream 150): 92 hours


FAA First Class Medical

Commercial Multi Engine Pilot License / Instrument Rated 

FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit

US Passport: Current, Unrestricted

Initial Part 142 FlightSafety Training (Gulfstream 150 SIC Type)

Recurrent PIC upgrade (CE-500)

Timeline

Corporate Pilot

FliteAccess
10.2023 - Current

Second In Command

FlightSafety International Inc.
08.2023 - Current

Corporate Pilot

CSM Aviation
02.2023 - 08.2023

Second in Command

FlightSafety International Inc.
10.2022 - 02.2023

Aerial

Suvery Pilot, Air America
04.2022 - 10.2022

Bachelor of Applied Science - Aeronautical Science

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Beach

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