Trevor M. Zink
St. Charles,IL
Summary
Motivated Certified Flight Instructor with a passion for helping students become safe, confident pilots. A recent graduate of Southern Illinois University's aviation program with over 300 flight hours, I bring strong fundamentals and a deep commitment to flight training. I’m enthusiastic about sharing knowledge and creating a supportive, safety-focused learning environment. Currently based in Illinois, I plan to relocate to the Tampa Bay area soon.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Worker
CLC Lubrication
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated forklifts and packaged industrial products
- Maintained safety and cleanliness in a warehouse environment
Instructor
Baker Station
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Provided tutoring and supervised childcare activities
- Developed communication and teaching skills critical for flight instruction
- Assisted with homework and learning, providing guidance, insight, and encouragement to help students succeed
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
05.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Flight
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
05.2025
Skills
- Aviation Safety
- Aviation Flight
- VFR & IFR procedures
- CRM & ADM proficiency
- G1000 & Steam Gauge Avionics
- Complex Aircraft
- Strong Verbal & Written Communication
- Aviation Management
- Leadership & Mentorship
Certification
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), 06/25
- Commercial Pilot Certificate, 05/24
- Instrument Rating, 10/23
- Remote Pilot Certificate, 10/21
Accomplishments
Total - 305.9 hours
PIC - 207.7 hours
Dual - 232.9 hours
Solo - 67.8 hours
Night - 19.4 hours
References
- Aaron Wudtke
-National Account Executive at Anew Transport
-Former Chief Flight Instructor at Enhanced Aero
-630-777-8839, aaronwudtke@gmail.com
- Cooper Hornstrom
-Flight Instructor at Enhanced Aero
-847-243-7366, chornstrom@gmail.com
- Kevin Lindsay Jr.
-Captain at SkyWest Airlines
-Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)
-708-655-4901, kevinclindsayjr@gmail.com
Organizations And Clubs
- Aviation Management Society, Member, 08/21
- Alpha Ace Club, Member, 08/23
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
CLC Lubrication
06.2021 - 01.2023
Instructor
Baker Station
08.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Aviation Management
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Flight
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
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