NATHANIEL CASTANEDA
Fort Worth,Texas
Summary
Adaptable and experienced aviation professional with a strong background in safety-oriented operations and customer service. Proficient in XC IFR and adept at cross-country planning with a collaborative CRM approach. Dedicated to ensuring safe, efficient, and fun operations with a proactive attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Service Specialist
Harrison Aviation
Fort Worth, TX
04.2024 - Current
- Safely fueled and moved various aircraft, ensuring efficient hangar and ramp operations
- Collaborated effectively with line personnel to maintain a clear and safe ramp.
- Delivered exceptional customer service for client satisfaction
Flying Experience
Self Employed Web
09.2023 - Current
- 430 hours - 351 PIC
- 377 ASEL - 53 AMEL
- 286 XC
- 62 solo
- 86 instrument
- HP, Complex, and Tail wheel Endorsements
- Excellent CRM and safety forward mindset
- Familiar with DFW Bravo airspace and KFWS
- IFR current
C-172, C-182, PA-28, SR-20, PA-44, C-421, Aeronca Champ
Part-time Uber Driver/Delivery
Uber
04.2023 - 04.2024
- While throughout flight school, providing safe and direct transportation for patrons to their desired location
- Maintaining professionalism while coming into contact with various people
- Also ensuring food/packages are delivered correctly to the appropriate destination in a timely manner
Physical Therapy Technician
Fort Worth Physical Therapy
08.2020 - 08.2022
- Assisted physical and occupational therapists in planning and executing patient care, ensuring adherence to exercise plans and safety
- Monitored patient progression, stocked equipment inventory, and organized clinical reports to ensure good patient care and efficient workflow
Education
AMEL ASEL Instrument - Commercial Pilot
ATP Flight School
KGKY 11-2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science - Kinesiology
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville08-2020
Skills
- CRM and Crew Collaboration - Extensive experience sharing PF and PM roles, and Safety pilot roles
- Current IFR and Night proficiency - adaptable for adverse weather or daylight operations
- Safety Orientation - thorough preflight and weather planning
- Diverse Airspace Experience - various C, D, B airspaces traveled including DFW, STL, KDRT, KSAT, KFWS …
- Aircraft Fueling- various planes fueled at FBO
- Cross Country Planning- around 55 solo XC hours and more with 2 pilots
Certification
- Commercial ASEL, AMEL, Instrument Airplane Rating
- UAS Remote Pilot
- Complex and High performance Endorsement
- Tail Wheel Endorsement
- United Aviate participant
Extracurricular Activities
Various FAA Wings Couses including UAS
United Aviate Participant
Latino Pilots Association
Member Renter at Spinks Flight Center
Member Movement Climbing Gym
Languages
- English
- Spanish (Basic)
Flight Hours
259, 29, 181, 115, 229, 30, 66, 12
Timeline
Line Service Specialist
Harrison Aviation
04.2024 - Current
Flying Experience
Self Employed Web
09.2023 - Current
Part-time Uber Driver/Delivery
Uber
04.2023 - 04.2024
Physical Therapy Technician
Fort Worth Physical Therapy
08.2020 - 08.2022
AMEL ASEL Instrument - Commercial Pilot
ATP Flight School
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science - Kinesiology
University of Arkansas
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