Travis Trent Hollister
Federal Aviation Administration
Anchorage,AK
6
years of professional experience
Air traffic control professional with FAA Academy training, military air surveillance experience, and advanced Air Traffic–Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) coursework. More than four years of experience supporting radar operations, aircraft tracking, mission execution, and technical instruction in high-tempo, safety-critical aviation environments. Recognized for strong situational awareness, clear communication, procedural compliance, and the ability to support realistic training environments.
Work History
Air Traffic Control Trainee
2 Months- Successfully completed FAA Air Traffic Basics and advanced into Terminal Air Traffic Control training.
- Applied FAA Order JO 7110.65 procedures, air traffic phraseology, and airport control concepts during high-fidelity simulation exercises.
- Managed dynamic aircraft scenarios while maintaining situational awareness and adapting to changing traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated concise, standardized radio communications and procedural compliance in a performance-based training environment.
Air Traffic Control Laboratory Experience
1 Year 9 Months- Operated terminal and en route radar positions during FAA-style AT-CTI laboratory simulations.
- Managed simulated aircraft tracks to support realistic controller training scenarios.
- Assisted students with FAA phraseology and procedural compliance during radar simulation exercises.
Surveillance Technician Instructor
1 Year 7 Months- Instructed and evaluated newly assigned Surveillance Technicians through classroom instruction, radar simulations, and mission qualification training.
- Managed simulated aircraft tracks and realistic operational scenarios to develop student proficiency.
- Provided real-time coaching on communication standards, procedural compliance, and operational performance.
- Mentored personnel through complex operational scenarios requiring critical thinking and situational awareness.
Surveillance Technician
1 Year 11 Months- Monitored military and civilian aircraft operating within approximately 1.3 million square miles supporting NORAD air sovereignty and homeland defense missions.
- Utilized radar surveillance systems to detect, identify, classify, and track aircraft while maintaining continuous situational awareness.
- Coordinated directly with the Federal Aviation Administration and external agencies regarding aircraft of interest, emergencies, and flight plan deviations.
- Supported Weapons Directors and Air Battle Managers by providing accurate radar surveillance data during real-time operations.
Water and Fuels Systems Maintenance
2 Years 4 Months- Performs installation, inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, modification, repair, and management of plumbing systems, water distribution networks, wastewater collection systems, water and wastewater treatment systems, fire suppression systems, backflow prevention systems, and natural gas distribution systems.
- Responsible for liquid fuel storage, distribution, and dispensing systems.
- Ensures full compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Air Traffic Control (AT-CTI)
Relevant Coursework:
- Air Traffic Communications
- Air Traffic Regulations
- Flight Procedures
- Control Tower Operations
- Terminal Radar Procedures
- En Route Procedures
- Non-Radar Separation
- Aviation Safety
- Flight Dispatcher Operations
- Facility Operations & Administration
GPA: 3.24
- Dean's List Fall 2024, Spring 2026
Skills
Radar Surveillance Operations
Radar Simulation Support
Aircraft Tracking
Technical Instruction
FAA Phraseology
Controller Training Support
Situational Awareness
Regulatory Compliance
Operational Decision Making
Microsoft Office Suite
Airspace Coordination
Team Collaboration
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- FAA Air Traffic Control Academy training (Air Traffic Basics and Terminal).
- Former Active Duty United States Air Force member.
- Experience coordinating with Federal Aviation Administration personnel.
- Experience supporting radar simulation and controller training environments.
Timeline
Air Traffic Control Trainee
Federal Aviation Administration
05.2026 - 07.2026Read More
Air Traffic Control Laboratory Experience
University of Alaska Anchorage
08.2024 - 05.2026Read More
Surveillance Technician Instructor
Alaska Air National Guard
01.2023 - 08.2024Read More
Surveillance Technician
Alaska Air National Guard
09.2022 - 08.2024Read More
Water and Fuels Systems Maintenance
United States Air Force
01.2020 - 05.2022Read More
University of Alaska Anchorage
Associate of Applied Science from Air Traffic Control (AT-CTI)
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