STEVE FRISBY
Palmer,Alaska
Summary
ATP-rated professional pilot with 3,400+ hours and extensive PIC experience in high-accountability turbine operations. Proven decision-maker in time-critical missions, trusted with independent go/no-go authority, weather and radar analysis, and full mission responsibility. Known for calm command presence, disciplined risk management, and polished customer service. Adaptable to advanced avionics, new aircraft platforms, and SOP-driven environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pilot – Pilatus PC-12 (Medevac)
Guardian Flight
07.2024 - Current
- Turbine PIC in high-accountability Part 135 operations. Full mission ownership including weather, radar, and risk decisions. Coordinates with medical teams, dispatch, maintenance, and operations while maintaining a polished, customer-focused presence in time-critical environments.
Pilot – Cessna 208 Caravan
Grant Aviation
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Part 135 PIC in remote and weather-challenged operations. Operated into short fields; exercised conservative judgment, adaptability, and professional passenger service.
Pilot Trainee
SkyWest Airlines
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Completed ATP/CTP, CRJ systems, and transport-category training; withdrew due to family obligations.
Pilot – GA8 Airvan
Grant Aviation
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Independent PIC in remote operations requiring strong situational awareness, decision-making, and client interaction.
Shop Supervisor
Peak Oilfield Service / Northern Energy Services
01.2007 - 01.2022
- Led safety-critical teams; managed compliance, personnel, and customer contracts—experience directly transferable to professional flight operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palmer High School
Palmer AlaskaSkills
- Turbine PIC (Part 135)
- Corporate/Fractional-Style Service
- Go/No-Go Authority Weather & Radar Analysis
- CRM (Single-Pilot & Multi-Crew)
- SOP Compliance Risk Assessment & Mission Planning
- Advanced Avionics Adaptability
- Professional Discretion
Certification
ATP – SEL | Commercial – MEL | Instrument | CFI-Glider | FAA First Class Medical | ATP/CTP Complete High Altitude Endorsement | Tailwheel | FCC Radiotelephone | U.S. Passport
FLIGHT EXPERIENCE
Total: 3,478 hrs | Turbine: 1,870 | Multi: 50 | Night: 340 | XC: 2,198 | Instrument: 320
AIRCRAFT
Pilatus PC-12 | Cessna 208 Caravan | GA8 Airvan | Tailwheel | Glider | Ski-Equipped
Timeline
Pilot – Pilatus PC-12 (Medevac)
Guardian Flight
07.2024 - Current
Pilot – Cessna 208 Caravan
Grant Aviation
05.2023 - 07.2024
Pilot Trainee
SkyWest Airlines
03.2023 - 04.2023
Pilot – GA8 Airvan
Grant Aviation
05.2022 - 02.2023
Shop Supervisor
Peak Oilfield Service / Northern Energy Services
01.2007 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
Palmer High School