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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Ronald 'Blake' Sanford

Scottsdale,AZ

Summary

Dynamic and driven Flight Instructor revered for steadfast commitment to safety, reliability, and exceptional performance. Versatile leader catalyzing success across diverse aviation realms.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Flight Instructor

Independent
06.2024 - Current

Provide comprehensive flight training to aspiring pilots, ensuring adherence to FAA regulations and safety standards. I develop customized lesson plans, conduct in-flight instruction, and evaluate student performance to enhance their piloting skills. My role also involves maintaining detailed training records and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
06.2022 - 10.2022

Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships. Used product knowledge, sales abilities and customer relations skills to drive substantial sales increases in jewelry products. Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Pipe Fitter Trainee II

Doyon Utilities
05.2021 - 11.2021

Assist Depot and Water Treatment Plant operations with a variety of minor utility maintenance and repair duties associated with a water treatment, water distribution system and wastewater collection system.

Type 2 Initial Attack Wildland Fire Fighter

Tanana Chiefs Conference
05.2020 - 10.2020

Responsible to work safely in a dangerous setting. Identify strategy and tactics to accomplish mission objectives. Identify and mitigate risks associated with changing fire environment.

Education

ASEL Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument
4620060CFI - 03/2026

ASEL Commercial Pilot
4620060 - 11/2023

AMEL Commercial Pilot
4620060 - 06/2024

FAA First Class Medical

U.S. Passport

Skills

    Total Time: 3499

    Flight Time: 2957

    Night: 167

    Instrument: 1077

    Cross Country: 820

    Pilot in Command: 1514

    Multi Engine Land: 131

    Dual Given: 14

Certification

West Valley High School

Fairbanks, AK
High School Diploma - 05/20


Sierra Charlie Aviation (Part 61)

Scottsdale, AZ


Affiliations

  • National Association of Flight Instructors
  • FAA WINGS - Pilot Proficiency Program
  • Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
  • King Schools Flight Instructor Program

Timeline

Certified Flight Instructor

Independent
06.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Nordstrom
06.2022 - 10.2022

Pipe Fitter Trainee II

Doyon Utilities
05.2021 - 11.2021

Type 2 Initial Attack Wildland Fire Fighter

Tanana Chiefs Conference
05.2020 - 10.2020

ASEL Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument

ASEL Commercial Pilot

AMEL Commercial Pilot

FAA First Class Medical

U.S. Passport
Ronald 'Blake' Sanford