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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
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Thomas Lucas

Gulf Breeze,FL

Summary

Seasoned Airline Captain recognized for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Skilled in advanced flight planning, safety compliance, and crew coordination. Excel at communication, leadership, and decision-making under pressure. Commit to maintaining punctuality and ensuring passenger comfort with every flight. Seasoned Instructor Pilot known for high productivity and efficient completion of flight training tasks. Possess specialized skills in aircraft systems management, advanced navigation techniques, and emergency response procedures. Excel in communication, leadership, and adaptability, ensuring students not only learn but thrive in challenging flight environments.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Airline Captain

Delta Air Lines, Hartsfield Jackson International Airport
Atlanta, GA
03.2016 - Current
  • +9000 hours as First Officer and Captain, Flew international and Domestic. Monitored flight instrument readings and made necessary adjustments during flight.
  • Managed the safe transport of passengers, cargo, and mail on international flights.
  • Provided briefings to cabin crew regarding weather conditions, passenger count, cargo weight, fueling needs.
  • Ensured all aircraft documentation was accurate before each flight.

Airline First Officer

Delta Air Lines, Inc
Atlanta, GA
09.2007 - 03.2016
  • Responded quickly and efficiently to emergency situations as they arose.
  • Assisted in navigation planning and monitored aircraft systems throughout flight.
  • Monitored engine performance and fuel consumption during flight operations.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to new pilots on operational procedures and protocol.
  • Confirmed that all required equipment was working properly before each takeoff.
  • Verified that all necessary documents had been completed prior to departure.

NITC OIC, VT-86 NFO Flight Instructor Pilot

U.S. Navy Active Duty
Pensacola, FL
09.2004 - 09.2007
  • Officer In Charge (OIC) of NETSAFA Iinternational Training Center, Schoolhouse on NAS Pensacola for foreign Student Naval Aviators and Student Naval Flight Officers
  • Flew as an instructor with VT-86, +1000 hours in T-2

Wing Operations Officer

TraWing TWO
Kingsville, TX
09.2001 - 09.2004
  • Instructed student Naval Aviators, flew +1000 hours in T-45A.
  • Carrier proficient instructor in T-45A
  • Facilitated advanced flight training to enhance pilot proficiency and operational readiness.

Strike Operations Officer

U. S. NAVY
San Diego, CA
09.2001 - 09.2003
  • Wrote the AirWing and Ship Air Plan and work Schedule
  • Supervised a team of subordinate personnel involved in various aspects of operations.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws, regulations and standards related to operations.
  • Tracked inventory levels across all locations and ensured timely replenishment when required.
  • Assisted with the development of operational plans and procedures.
  • Resolved conflicts between different departments within

Navy F-14 Pilot

U.S. Navy Active Duty
Oceana, VA
05.1992 - 07.1998

+3000 hours as a F-14 Pilot

Worked up and cruised with:

VF-142

VF-21

VF-103

F-14 RIO RAG Instructor

U.S. Navy Active Duty
Virginia Beach, VA
01.1990 - 07.1990
  • Simulator and Aircraft Instructor
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and assessments for all students in the course.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively using positive reinforcement strategies.

F-14 RIO

U.S. Navy Active Duty
Oceana, VA
01.1987 - 06.1990

Student Naval Flight Officer

U.S. Navy Active Duty
Pensacola, FL
12.1984 - 03.1986
  • Student Naval Flight Officer
  • VT-10
  • VT-86

Retread to Pilot

US Navy
  • VT-3 NAS Whiting
  • VT-23 NAS Kingsville
  • VT-21 NAS Kingsville

Education

High School Diploma -

John F Kennedy
Somers, NY
05-1979

American History

Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY
05-2004

Master of Arts - MBA

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
05-2000

Master of Arts - National Security and Strategic Studies

Auburn University
Auburn, AL
05-2000

Skills

  • Flight operations
  • Navigation planning
  • Safety compliance
  • Aircraft systems
  • Crew management
  • Operational procedures
  • Effective communication
  • Team leadership
  • Air navigation expertise
  • Team leadership qualities
  • Flight performance monitoring
  • Emergency procedures mastery

Affiliations

  • Pensacola Daedalions member
  • Pensacola Navy League member
  • Pensacola Beach Elks Club Member
  • Pensacola Beach Yacht Club Member

Accomplishments

Awarded:

3 Meritorious Service Medals

3 Air Medals

numerous other awards

Timeline

Airline Captain

Delta Air Lines, Hartsfield Jackson International Airport
03.2016 - Current

Airline First Officer

Delta Air Lines, Inc
09.2007 - 03.2016

NITC OIC, VT-86 NFO Flight Instructor Pilot

U.S. Navy Active Duty
09.2004 - 09.2007

Wing Operations Officer

TraWing TWO
09.2001 - 09.2004

Strike Operations Officer

U. S. NAVY
09.2001 - 09.2003

Navy F-14 Pilot

U.S. Navy Active Duty
05.1992 - 07.1998

F-14 RIO RAG Instructor

U.S. Navy Active Duty
01.1990 - 07.1990

F-14 RIO

U.S. Navy Active Duty
01.1987 - 06.1990

Student Naval Flight Officer

U.S. Navy Active Duty
12.1984 - 03.1986

Retread to Pilot

US Navy

High School Diploma -

John F Kennedy

American History

Stony Brook University

Master of Arts - MBA

Auburn University

Master of Arts - National Security and Strategic Studies

Auburn University