Gregory Basta Email & Phone Number

Leonardtown, Md, Us

Patuxent River, Md

- Execute flight/ground test evolutions on E-2D/E-2C/C-2A aircraft supporting US Navy test requirements.- Assist with maintenance evolutions and ground engine turns to support flight schedule demand.- Assist in aspects of test planning, test execution, data collection, test report writing, and deficiency reporting.

Vx-1 Pioneers - Patuxent River, Md

E-2D Assistant Operational Test Director- Executed test and evaluation of the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye.- Coordinated test team in support of ground and flight test of ADS-B Out capability.- Conducted cross-country flight planning and logistics for various test detachments.- Assisted in all aspects of test planning, test execution, data collection, test report writing, and deficiency reporting.E-2D Naval Air Training and Operating Procedures Standardization (NATOPS) Officer/Pilot NATOPS Instructor- Managed the training, qualification, and designations of all assigned E-2D aircrew.- Maintained official records and logbooks in accordance with local and Navy instructions.- Administered flight checkrides to squadron pilots.- Directed E-2D Engine Turn Qualification program.- Coordinated and conducted multiple simulator detachments to Norfolk, VA for aircrew and maintainer training.

Vaw-120 Greyhawks - Norfolk, Va

E-2D Category II Fleet Replacement Pilot- Qualified as E-2D Advanced Hawkeye pilot after completion of ground and flight syllabus.

Vaw-126 Seahawks - Norfolk, Va

Assistant Operations Officer- Enabled execution of 593 sorties and 2,051 flight hours while deployed.- Expertly managed 27 E-2C aircrew and two non-squadron pilots gaining valuable at-sea experience.- Mentored and trained eight junior aircrew in E-2C operations.- Provided Air Wing-wide training on E-2C tactical operations.Automated Data Processing Officer- Accountable for 85 command computer assets over multiple at-sea and shore detachment periods.- Revamped the command's webpage and communication prior to and during deployment.- Developed Sailors in achieving warfare qualifications, as well as cross-rate training and qualification on E-2C ground support equipment, while facilitating pursuit of in-rate training.First Lieutenant- Led a division of eight sailors in maintenance and upkeep of squadron physical spaces.- Supervised and coordinated preparations for a high-level visit from the Chinese Head of Defense.- Oversaw squadron medical personnel, maintaining 96% medical readiness overall.

Vaw-120 Greyhawks - Norfolk, Va

E-2C Category I Fleet Replacement Pilot- Qualified as E-2C Hawkeye pilot after completion of ground and flight syllabus.

Naval Aviation Schools Command - Pensacola, Fl; Corpus Christi & Kingsville, Tx

Student Naval Aviator- Completed flight training in T-34C, T-45C, and T-44C aircraft to earn designation as a Naval Aviator.

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Aviation - Human Factors

Activities and Societies: NROTC

Test & Evaluation Level I Certification