Martin Dyer
Estero,FL
Summary
Experienced Part 119 Director of Operations proficient in managing charter operations with exceptional team supervision, project coordination and analytical problem-solving skills. Diplomatic in resolving disputes and coordinating diverse teams. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP / Director of Operations
Volato
05.2024 - Current
- Managed the Flight Operations department, overseeing a fleet of 30 aircraft and coordinating schedules, technical publications, and training for 110 crewmembers and 25 support personnel.
Director of Operations
Jet 1 Charter
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Oversaw operations of the charter department, including management of 8 aircraft, 25 crewmembers, maintenance department, and support personnel.
Director of Operations
Custom Jet Charters
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Directed the charter department's functions while leading a team comprising four aircraft, 12 crewmembers, and support personnel. Attained ARGUS Platinum Rating along with accomplishing ISBAO Stage I.
- Company no longer in business.
Director of Operations
Leviate Air Group
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Managed charter department and supervised a team of 10 aircraft, 30 crew members, and support personnel. Achieved ARGUS Platinum Rating and ISBAO Stage II certifications. Served as a Pilot in Command on the Gulfstream IVSP.
- Relocated to be closer to family in Florida.
Director of Operations
Georgia Jet
03.2017 - 10.2020
- Managed operations of the charter department overseeing a fleet of 12 aircraft along with coordinating activities for a team comprising of 48 crewmembers and support staff. Drove success through client acquisitions, contract negotiations, strategic marketing initiatives. Accomplished certified WYVERN Wingman pilot while fulfilling Pilot in Command responsibilities on the Hawker 800XP.
- Company closed due to Covid pandemic.
Director of Operations
RSVP Jet
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Managed Part 135 Air Carrier operations. Revised GOM, Training Program and FAA programs including TSA 12-5 and Drug. Worked closely with the Orlando FSDO to recover the suspended Air Carrier Certificate. PIC on Gulfstream IVSP.
- Company is no longer in operation – relinquished Air Carrier Certificate
Director of Operations
Baker Aviation
03.2010 - 08.2013
- Took on PIC duties for Hawker 800 and Citation 650 alongside overseeing full creation of FAA Part 135 air carrier certification in just eight months. Accomplishments include completion of FAA proving runs and attainment of ARGUS Platinum rating. Added four aircraft to the managed fleet.
National Director of Operations
JetDirect Aviation
07.2006 - 12.2007
- Oversaw the management of eight Part 135 Air Carrier Certificates, merging operations and implementing a standardized manual system.
- Company Filed for Bankruptcy
Director of Operations
Million Air Dallas
02.2004 - 07.2006
- Managed charter department overseeing 12 aircraft, 32 crewmembers, and support personnel. Oversaw client acquisitions, contract negotiations, and marketing strategies. Additionally served as Pilot in Command for Gulfstream III, IV & Hawker.
Director of Aviation
Aviation Management Group
08.1995 - 02.2004
- Responsible for the management of 12 business aircraft and the liaison duties with Million Air Dallas air carrier certificate operations. Duties included the acquisition of managed clients, preparing owner statements and operational budgeting.
- PIC duties on Hawker 700/800, Gulfstream III, IV and Hawker 800XP.
- Company no longer in operation
DOD Engineering Project Manager
Texas Instruments, Inc.
06.1978 - 12.1992
- Responsible for the direct oversight of several missile systems projects including controlling budgets, planning and scheduling of project milestones and timelines and defining project scope, objectives and staffing
- Maintained communications with DoD personnel / missile systems executives in regard to project objectives
- Reduction In Force due to government cutbacks on DOD operations
Education
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX1985
Associate of Science - Engineering Mechanics
Eastfield College
Mesquite, TX1982
Skills
- Managed both small and large operations under FAA Part 91 and 135
- Extensive FAA experience with Handbook 89001, 14 CFR Regulations and SAS
- Part 135 Air Carrier Start-up Certification (Proving Flights, Documentation, DOT Economic Authority, Aircraft Conformity, SMS, etc)
- International Flight Experience (Europe, Asia, South America and Pacific)
- Proficient in Scheduling Software (FOS, AM, BART, SchedAero, JetInsight, LevelFlight)
Certification
- Airline Transport Pilot ME / SE (Cert # 3343309)
- Certified Flight & Ground Instructor, CFII, MEI – Gold Seal
- First Class Medical, US Passport; FCC Radio License
- FAA Check Airman Experience
Aircraft Type Ratings
- Gulfstream IV/SP
- Gulfstream 1159
- Hawker 400XP
- Dassault Falcon 50/900
- Hawker 800XP
- Cessna 650
- Cessna 500
- Cessna 560XL
Flighttimes
Total Time 9490 PIC 8520
SIC 775 ME 6078
Turbine 5621 Instrument 691
Night 1232 Instructor 1001
Timeline
VP / Director of Operations
Volato
05.2024 - Current
Director of Operations
Jet 1 Charter
01.2023 - 05.2024
Director of Operations
Custom Jet Charters
12.2021 - 01.2023
Director of Operations
Leviate Air Group
10.2020 - 12.2021
Director of Operations
Georgia Jet
03.2017 - 10.2020
Director of Operations
RSVP Jet
08.2014 - 06.2016
Director of Operations
Baker Aviation
03.2010 - 08.2013
National Director of Operations
JetDirect Aviation
07.2006 - 12.2007
Director of Operations
Million Air Dallas
02.2004 - 07.2006
Director of Aviation
Aviation Management Group
08.1995 - 02.2004
DOD Engineering Project Manager
Texas Instruments, Inc.
06.1978 - 12.1992
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
The University of Texas At Arlington
Associate of Science - Engineering Mechanics
Eastfield College
- Airline Transport Pilot ME / SE (Cert # 3343309)
- Certified Flight & Ground Instructor, CFII, MEI – Gold Seal
- First Class Medical, US Passport; FCC Radio License
- FAA Check Airman Experience
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