Ricardo Ortiz
Galt,CA
Summary
Dedicated Helicopter Pilot with a clear purpose to always develop the best results at the job and reach excellent skills under safe procedure performance. part of greater mission. Brings over 10282.2. flight hours in rotor craft. . and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
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Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Pilot in Bell 407 Std&HP
A&P Helicopters
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Operated aircraft at high-density altitudes, mountainous terrain and extremely cold flight conditions.
- Checked aircraft prior to flights to maintain proper functionality of engines, controls, instruments and other systems.
- Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
- Met with other crew members to plan missions prior to flight and review results following completion.
- Trained regularly in flight simulator to prepare for unexpected flight situations.
- Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to provide fastest, safest and smoothest flights for on-time arrivals and high levels of passenger satisfaction.
- Attained detailed weather reports prior to planning flights.
- Shuttled aircraft to and from depots for routine and urgent maintenance requirements.
- Completed post-flight maintenance reports and work with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights.
- Planned and filed daily flight plans for training missions, sorties and patrol flights.
- Completed careful pre-flight checks and post-flight briefings to maintain safety standards.
- Organized and completed routine charter routes, as well as paths requested by customers.
Utility Pilot in Bell 407 Std. GX & GXP
Sacramento Executive Helicopters
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Trained regularly in flight simulator to prepare for unexpected flight situations.
- Reviewed aeronautical charts and used navigational instruments during each flight and maintained strong knowledge of government and company regulations.
- Attained detailed weather reports prior to planning flights.
- Planned routes, altitudes and speeds to provide fastest, safest and smoothest flights for on-time arrivals and high levels of passenger satisfaction.
- Set courses and monitored in-flight data, autopilot and weather conditions to maintain schedule and safety.
- Performed comprehensive checklists prior to takeoff to reduce possible safety issues.
- Completed post-flight maintenance reports and work with crew chief for post-maintenance check flights.
- Coordinated with FAA air traffic controllers in safely and smoothly navigating airspace.
- Observed aircraft safety systems and operational conditions and immediately reported issues.
- Monitored and interpreted instruments to determine flight status, airline condition and geographic position.
- Executed emergency procedures to maintain passenger and cargo safety during unexpected circumstances.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Instructor, Director of Operations and Chief Pilot
SASA S.A
02.2003 - 04.2022
- Optimized day-to-day instruction of Bell 205 L-3 to align educational strategies with industry best practices of VIP charter, cargo hook, paper value and mountain operations.
- Person in charge of the light helicopters training center and trained regularly in the flight simulator to teach and prepare for unexpected situations.
- Shuttled aircraft to and from depots for routine and urgent maintenance requirements.
- Planned and filed daily flight plans for training, sorties and commission cargo flights.
- Managed all crew assignments and schedules for fleet.
- Monitored pilot performance and coached individual crew members to improve abilities.
- Maintained current knowledge of FAR, ICAO and EASA regulations.
- Collaborated with administration to secure departmental budget increase.
- Tested students and other pilots form the crew to assess progress and adapted learnings and regulations in alignment with safety and performance.
Co-Pilot of Bell 412 EP
HELICOL
01.2011 - 07.2011
- Vip Charter flights, cargo hook, mountain and oil RIG operations.
Flight Instructor in R22 B
ESCATEC S.A And HALCONES
04.2001 - 04.2011
- Created instructional material and training syllabi for specific areas of ground and flight training.
- Led multiple training flights to include weather briefings, flight scheduling and safety measures to provide safe flights in training environment.
- Introduced students to procedures and instrument flight techniques.
- Developed lesson plans and conducted ground training modules covering aircraft systems across normal, abnormal and emergency operations.
- Operated complex single-engine rotary-wing aircrafts and flight simulators, instructing and evaluating maneuvers, emergencies, IFR, night and cross countries in the students.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment including aligned course material to meet the requirements for their Helicopter Commercial license.
Second Comand In Operation in BO 105 Blokow
AEROEXPRESO S.A
10.1997 - 11.1998
- Cargo hook and mountain operation for the British Petroleum Exploration of Oil.
Education
Agusta Westland A119 Flight Instructor -
Helicol
Medellin, Colombia2016
Agusta Westeland A119 Training -
Helicol
Medellin, Colombia2015
Long Line Pilot -
Ocean Helicopters
Florida City, FL2012
MD 600 Pilot -
MD Factory
Arizona City, AZ2007
IFR Add On License -
SASA S.A
Medellin, Colombia2007
Bell 206 Flight Instructor -
SASA S.A
Medellin, Colombia2005
Simulator Training Instructor -
Flyit
San Diego, CA2003
Flight Instructor -
ESCATEC Aviation School
Cali, Colombia2001
FAA CFI License -
Volar Helicopters
Fort Lauderdale, FL2000
Comercial Helicopter Pilot -
Pacific Aviation School
Cali, Colombia1997
FAA Commercial License Conversion -
Volar Helicopters
Fort Lauderdale, FL1997
High School Diploma -
German School
Cali, Colombia1996
Skills
- Incident Safety
- Pre-Flight Check
- Air-To-Air Combat
- Operational Awareness
- Pre- and Post-Flight Inspections
- Cargo Transport
- Flight Navigation
- Aircraft Maintenance Reports
- Safety Protocols
- Operational Planning
- Aircraft Repair and Maintenance
- Helicopter Operations
- Simulator Training
Sports, Aviation and Automotive Technology
Like to play tennis and keep up with the latest information about aviation and cars advances, mantainance and mechanics.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Utility Pilot in Bell 407 Std&HP
A&P Helicopters
01.2023 - 07.2023
Utility Pilot in Bell 407 Std. GX & GXP
Sacramento Executive Helicopters
07.2022 - 01.2023
Co-Pilot of Bell 412 EP
HELICOL
01.2011 - 07.2011
Instructor, Director of Operations and Chief Pilot
SASA S.A
02.2003 - 04.2022
Flight Instructor in R22 B
ESCATEC S.A And HALCONES
04.2001 - 04.2011
Second Comand In Operation in BO 105 Blokow
AEROEXPRESO S.A
10.1997 - 11.1998
Agusta Westland A119 Flight Instructor -
Helicol
Agusta Westeland A119 Training -
Helicol
Long Line Pilot -
Ocean Helicopters
MD 600 Pilot -
MD Factory
IFR Add On License -
SASA S.A
Bell 206 Flight Instructor -
SASA S.A
Simulator Training Instructor -
Flyit
Flight Instructor -
ESCATEC Aviation School
FAA CFI License -
Volar Helicopters
Comercial Helicopter Pilot -
Pacific Aviation School
FAA Commercial License Conversion -
Volar Helicopters
High School Diploma -
German School