Todd Tarlton
Rosebush,MI
Summary
I have had a passion for aviation my entire life. As the owner of one of Michigan's finest F.B.O.s, I have provided maintenance and support for many operators and aircraft for over 37 years. I would like to use my acquired knowledge and experience to mentor students with how to gain and perfect a skillset that will equip them to have success as an A&P mechanic.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
A&P/IA, F.B.O. Owner/Operator
Gateway Air Service, Inc.
Clare, MI
05.1987 - Current
- Developed a business plan to maximize profitability, invested in inventory, shop assets and aircraft that would facilitate future growth
- Evaluated customer feedback and regularly upgraded marketing to the aviation community
- Managed daily operations of the business, including: pilots, customer communications, inventory, accounting and compliance with local standards
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers, resulting in favorable terms and availability of materials and services
- Procured and negotiated contract renewals for over 30 years to provide aerial surveys for five of Michigan's largest natural gas pipeline operators
- Director of Operations and Director of Maintenance for a part 135 on-demand freight service, including three Beech-18 and one Beech 55 aircraft
- Provided over 6,000 hrs of contracted maintenance for five turbine aircraft operating under Part 137. (Scheduled and non-scheduled events)
- Attended to customer needs promptly and professionally, resulting in a long-standing positive reputation for Gateway Air Service, Inc.
- Electrical and avionics installations including: transponders, encoders, electronic fuel indication systems, nav/comm radios, antennas, AV30 electronic gyros, JP Instrument engine analyzers, 406mhz ELTs, electronic tachometers, yoke switching upgrades, trim and auto pilot servo installations, circuit breakers, wiring, panel lighting and rheostats
- Performed aircraft maintenance, including scheduled inspections, non-scheduled repairs, troubleshooting, modifications, and upgrades within FAR Parts 91, 135, and 137
- Returned to service over 9,000 aircraft maintenance events, provided over 100,000 hrs. of F.B.O. business operations, supervised the operations of over 25,000 flight hours of pipeline patrol, provided sole maintenance for over 34,000 working flight hours of Part 91, 135, and 137 flight operations, and annually provided maintenance to over 70 retail Part 91 customers
- Titles (past/present) include: Owner/Operator, A&P/IA, Director of Maintenance (Part 135), and Director of Operation (Part 135)
- Provided leadership, and mentoring to newly hired pilots and shop personnel, to facilitate an understanding of various company requirements and expectations
- Staff management, including: recruitment, interviews, hiring, performance reviews and dismissals
- Listing of aircraft that I have maintained:
- PIPER- J3, J5, PA15, PA18, PA20, PA22, PA23, PA24, PA28-140, PA28-160, PA28-161, PA28-180, PA28-181, PA30, PA28-235, PA31-325/350, PA32-260/300, PA32R-Lance/Saratoga, PA34, PA38, PA44, PA46 and PA28R- Arrow series
- CESSNA-C120, C140, C150, C152, C162, C170, C172, C175, C177, C180, C182, C185, C205, C206, C207, C210, C310, C337, C340, C414, and C421
- BEECHCRAFT models- 18, 23, 24, 33, 35, 36, 50, 55, 58, 95 and T-6 Texans
- OTHERS- North American Navion, Taylorcraft F, Aerostar, Grumman AA-5B, Grumman AgCat, American Champion Decathalon/Citabria, Maule M-7 series, Mooney series, Cirrus SR20 and SR22, Bellanca 17, Luscombe, RV-4/5/6/8/10/12, Boeing Stearman, Air Tractor AT300, Ayres S2R-G10 Thrush and Twin Commander 840
Education
Aviation Maintenance - A&P License
Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville, WISkills
- Business planning, management and goal execution
- Implementing shop efficiencies and safety systems to enable a higher quality of maintenance
- Business finance, including: accounting, tax management, payroll and banking
- Able to build and maintain long-standing customer relations
- Skilled in airframe repairs, including: riveting, sheet metal fabrication, welding and repair planning
- Skilled in airframe STC'd modifications and upgrades, including: gap seals, jump seats, wingtip extensions, speed brakes, VG's and STOL kits
- Attentive to aircraft record keeping and creating detailed logbook entries
- Detailed engine installations, upgrades and modifications
- Skilled in electrical and avionics installations, troubleshooting and interpreting schematics
- Strong engine skills, including: Lycoming, Continental, P&W R985/R1340 and TPE331-10 (field maintenance/inspection)
- Efficient fleet management and organizational skillsets
- Software experience: AD subscription platforms, Contractor Compliance program (pipeline), Excel, Microsoft Word, Quickbooks
Timeline
A&P/IA, F.B.O. Owner/Operator
Gateway Air Service, Inc.
05.1987 - Current
Aviation Maintenance - A&P License
Blackhawk Technical College