Zachary Lance Lankenau
Air Force Reserve
Dallas,Texas
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
Flight Instructor experienced in flight training, safety protocols, and instructional techniques. Fostered team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments through effective communication and decision-making. Delivered high-quality results in aircraft operation while demonstrating reliability and strong problem-solving capabilities.
Work History
Flight Instructor
1 Year- Conducted comprehensive flight training sessions, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and safety protocols.
- Developed personalized lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and learning styles.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback for skill enhancement.
- Mentored junior instructors, enhancing instructional techniques and improving overall training effectiveness.
Aircrew Egress Systems Craftsman (Staff Sergeant)
10 Years 9 Months- Repair and maintain twenty-eight F-16 Aces II ejection systems for 100% reliability
- Led PMEL program, ensuring accurate calibration of tools for egress work center.
- Trained egress personnel to achieve proficiency in all journeyman egress tasks.
Lead Multi Engine Instructor
1 Year 5 Months- Ensured safety of student pilots during all flight phases
- Provided instruction to students on flying single-engine and multi-engine aircraft.
- 93.3% endorsed student pass rate. (14/15)
Aircrew Egress Systems (GS-10)
1 Year 5 Months- Ensured that all egress maintenance is performed properly in compliance with technical orders.
- Supervised Egress time change program, ensuring safe management of explosives within Egress system.
- Coordinated all maintenance tasks for Egress work center as Noncommissioned Officer in Charge, enhancing operational readiness.
Tax Intern
5 Months- Led delinquent tax program, ensuring up-to-date tax compliance for 15,000 communication towers
- Coordinated with county tax offices nationwide to secure accurate documentation for 15,000 sites
- Reviewed financial documents for accuracy, enhancing overall data integrity in tax filings.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Certification
- Pilot Certificates: CSEL, CMEI, IFR, CFI, CFII, MEI
- FAA 1st Class Medical; No limitations
- Total Time – 967.2 Multi Time – 272.9 PIC- 781.4 Dual Given- 678.2
- Aircraft Flown: C172, PA-28, PA-44, RV-7, P2006T
NOTABLE ACTIVITIES & ACHIEVEMENTS
TCTO 13A5-56-576 (MASS): Led the replacement of 8 ACES II sequencers within a 45 day timeframe to ensure aircrew safety, ACE Award: Graduated Egress Technical Training with a test average of 100 percent correct, ALS Graduate: Graduated Airman Leadership School to promote to junior NCO
Timeline
Flight Instructor
US Aviation Academy
08.2025 - CurrentRead More
Lead Multi Engine Instructor
Coast Flight Training
02.2023 - 07.2024Read More
Aircrew Egress Systems (GS-10)
Air Reserve Technician
05.2020 - 10.2021Read More
Tax Intern
SBA Communications
06.2018 - 11.2018Read More
Aircrew Egress Systems Craftsman (Staff Sergeant)
Air Force Reserve
11.2015 - CurrentRead More
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Business Administration from Finance
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