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Work History
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Pilot Training History
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Ryan Friedman

Summary

I am a newly certificated Flight Instructor with a strong passion for aviation. Safety, mentorship, and a positive attitude are the foundations of my teaching philosophy. I believe every student is different, and it is important to treat students as individuals. I’m excited to help others turn their dreams into reality, and I feel that I have the skills to do so!

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ski Instructor

The Summit
Snoqualmie Pass, WA
11.2025 - 03.2026
  • Taught ski lessons to students of varying ages and ability levels
  • Emphasized safety, technical progression, and confidence building

Restaurant Server

Roanoke Inn
Mercer Island, WA
09.2024 - 02.2025
  • Developed strong interpersonal communication and multitasking skills in a fast paced dining environment
  • Managed multiple tables efficiently while maintaining accuracy

Valet

W Hotel
Bellevue, WA
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Held all responsibility for vehicle intake and return to hotel guests
  • Maintained professionalism and composure under pressure

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Arizona

Aircraft Flown

  • Cessna 172 & Cessna 150
  • Piper PA-44-180 Seminole
  • Diamond DA-40
  • Cirrus SR-20
  • 8KCAB Decathlon

Certification

  • Flight Instructor – CFI
  • Commercial Pilot License – AMEL, ASEL, IR
  • First Class Medical Certificate

Flight Hours

  • 353 Hours - Total Time
  • 213 Hours - PIC Time
  • 79 Hours - Cross Country PIC
  • 28 Hours - Multi Engine Time

Pilot Training History

  • Midwest Corporate Air — KEDJ (Bellefontaine, OH)

     Flight Instructor Certificate — November 2025

  • ATP Flight School — KSAC (Sacramento, CA)

     Multi-Engine Rating — September 2025

     Commercial Pilot Certificate — July 2025

     Instrument Rating — June 2025

  • Rainier Flight Service — KRNT (Renton, WA)

     Private Pilot Certificate — August 2024

     First Solo Flight — January 2024

Timeline

Ski Instructor

The Summit
11.2025 - 03.2026

Restaurant Server

Roanoke Inn
09.2024 - 02.2025

Valet

W Hotel
06.2023 - 04.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Communication

University of Arizona
Ryan Friedman