Simon Feagans
Bloomington,IN
Summary
Certified Flight Instructor with 485 total flight hours, including 390 PIC and 415 hours in the Cirrus platform.
Experienced in cross-country, instrument, and night operations with a strong safety mindset and structured teaching approach.
Background in accelerated training environments with demonstrated resilience and continuous improvement.
Highly motivated to contribute immediately, relocate as needed, and build proficient, safety-focused pilots.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Flight Training
Cirrus Aircraft Knoxville: Aug 2024-June 2025 (PPL, Instrument, Commercial)
CRAFT Flight Training Charleston, SC: Aug 2025 (Com Multi Add On)
Venture North Aviation Cloquet, MN: February 2026 (CFI, CFII)
Work History
Truck Driver/Crane Operator
Blackwood Solutions
07.2022 - Current
- Safely and efficiently delivered utility poles while meticulously adhering to safety standards for transporting oversize loads on flat-bed trailers.
- Demonstrated proficiency in operating a truck-mounted crane for loading and off-loading steel, wood, and concrete utility poles.
- Skillfully resolved various complex issues between drivers and dispatchers to maintain seamless operations.
- Took proactive measures to ensure job site safety, including enforcing the use of proper personal protective equipment (PPE), strategically placing safety cones, and accurately measuring distances from dangerous power lines.
- Conducted thorough safety evaluation briefings and assumed senior operator duties for the successful delivery of products.
Diesel Mechanic
Blackwood Solutions
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Specialized in swiftly diagnosing and executing repairs independently or coordinating with specialized mechanic shops when needed.
- Proficiently diagnosed and repaired semi-trucks, flat-bed trailers, dump trailers, and hydraulic systems.
- Managed maintenance on 4 to 8 company assets weekly, optimizing operational efficiency.
- Utilized effective time management tools to prioritize repairs aligned with operational needs.
- Mastered the use of diesel diagnostic computers for intricate electrical repairs.
- Demonstrated strong coordination skills by liaising effectively with drivers and executive team members.
- Available for immediate travel to address urgent repairs, including roadside assistance.
Business Owner
Boss Cuts
Bloomington, IN
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Effectively oversee the upkeep of 12-15 lawns on a weekly basis while maintaining high performance in advanced high school coursework and excelling in vocational welding.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for lawn care services, optimizing route efficiency.
- Developed customer relationships through exceptional service and tailored lawn care solutions.
Education
Vocational School - Welding
Hoosier Hills Career Center
Bloomington, IN05.2022
High School Honors + Technical Honors Diploma - undefined
Bloomington High School South
Bloomington, IN05.2022
Skills
- Time and task management
- Crew resource management
- Expertise in aviation
- Safety management
- Complex aircraft operation
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
Certification
- Commercial Driver's License, Class A, 09/01/22, Present
- Air Brake Endorsement, 09/01/22, Present
- OSHA 10, 08/01/20, Present
- Knuckle Boom Qualification
- Commercial Pilot ASEL & AMEL (06-25-25)
- Instrument rating (4-10-25)
- CFI & CFII (02-21-26)
Hours
Total: 485
PIC: 390
XC PIC: 285
Instrument: 75
Night: 25
Cirrus SR22: 415
Timeline
Diesel Mechanic
Blackwood Solutions
04.2023 - 08.2024
Truck Driver/Crane Operator
Blackwood Solutions
07.2022 - Current
Business Owner
Boss Cuts
03.2020 - 06.2022
High School Honors + Technical Honors Diploma - undefined
Bloomington High School South
Vocational School - Welding
Hoosier Hills Career Center