Richard Alan Christie
Captain - Experienced Commercial/Corporate Pilot
Avon,CO
Summary
Aviation professional with over 40 yrs of experience in corporate/commercial aviation with a strong commitment to professionalism and flight safety . Known for exceptional teamwork and reliability, consistently adapting to dynamic operational environments. Proficient in flight planning, aircraft systems, situational awareness and customer satisfaction.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Captain
Frontier Airlines
03.2004 - Current
Pilot in Command - Domestic and International FAR 121 operations A319/A320/A321
Pilot
Gemini Air Cargo
02.2003 - 11.2003
DC10 pilot in International ad-hoc military airlift support and ad-hoc charter cargo operations worldwide.
Pilot
Northwest Airlines
12.1998 - 01.2003
First Officer in line operations in DC9 and B727 aircraft. Furloughed 2003.
Pilot
America West Airlines
05.1998 - 12.1998
Pilot - domestic line operations in A320 aircraft
Captain, Hawker 800/Citation
Johns Manville Corp
01.1992 - 05.1998
Conducted pre-flight inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards. Operated various aircraft types domestically and internationally demonstrating proficiency in navigation, communication and safety planning.
Managed in-flight operations, providing leadership to entire crew while ensuring passenger safety and comfort.
Aviation Dept. Manager/Chief Pilot
EDL Inc.
04.1981 - 01.1992
Managed flight department for Citation Jet Part 91 operation overseeing all hiring, training, maintenance, scheduling, budgeting and FAA compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Piano Composition And Performance
Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music
Montreal, PQ Canada04-1980
Skills
Total Flight Time: 23,100 hrs
Total Jet PIC: 7,730
Total Multi-Engine: 21,270
Total PIC Time: 9,420
Type Ratings: A320, HS125, CE500
Extensive operational experience in Part 91 and 121 jet aircraft operations with flawless safety record
Effective collaboration and leadership experience: Chairman of Master Council of Airline Pilots Association- Frontier Airlines
ALPA Executive Vice-President 2023-2024
Commitment to professional standards
Certification
US and Canadian ATP licenses. Restricted Radio Operators License. Dual US/Canadian Citizenship. FAA 1st Class medical certificate
Timeline
Captain
Frontier Airlines
03.2004 - Current
Pilot
Gemini Air Cargo
02.2003 - 11.2003
Pilot
Northwest Airlines
12.1998 - 01.2003
Pilot
America West Airlines
05.1998 - 12.1998
Captain, Hawker 800/Citation
Johns Manville Corp
01.1992 - 05.1998
Aviation Dept. Manager/Chief Pilot
EDL Inc.
04.1981 - 01.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Piano Composition And Performance
Toronto Royal Conservatory of Music