William Cline Email & Phone Number

Kansas City, Missouri, Us

FAR 121 Charter Operations, CRAF Carrier, Line Captain

Part 91 and Part 135 Domestic and International Executive Jet Management operationFocus on professional client service while maintaining safe and on time performance.CL-30, EMB145 Legacy, Learjet 31

Attending Networking Events Researching Industry LeadersTracking Industry TrendsParticipating in Industry Discussions

Coordinate and Assist the DO and C-Level partners for a safe efficient operationMaintains Duties as a Check Airman, Captain on all aircraftSelect Candidates for hireCoordinate and ensure all training for crewmembers, including all recordsDevelop and maintain all scheduling for crewmembers, including flight and duty time complianceShares Operational Control with DOUpdates and ensures aircraft manuals and checklists are up to date, including navigation databasesAssists with General Operations Manual for DO and am a signatory for Operations Specifications12-5 Security Coordinator

Coordinated and managed all functions of transportation, including budgeting, packaging, labeling, and distribution by land, air, and sea for domestic and international operationsWorked closely with the VP - Facilities and CFO with respect to customer service and on-time satisfaction for all customersBuilt and maintained C-Level relationships and Member of the Executive Management team

Us

Responsible for all flight and ground operations.Maintain operational control as Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) required airline management personnel.Plans, administers and directs the overall accomplishment of safe flight and ground operations in accordance with FARs and Company policy and procedures.Ensures that aircraft are operated in accordance with FARs.Ensures quality of Company prescribed performance, FAA regulatory compliance and optimal safety at all levels by maintaining and upgrading procedures and standards.Maintain successful relationships with FAA regulators and certification teams to stay informed of technical developments and regulation changes.Financial budget and production oversight while contributing to the strategic planning of long-term goals and direction of company.Plan and execute strategies for Flight Operations group in partnership with key stakeholders to meet and exceed strategic company goals and objectives.Responsible for all Operations Departments including Crewmembers (Pilots and Flight Attendants), Dispatch, Crew Scheduling, Training, Stations, Security and Technical Publications.Annually evaluate the performance of the Managers within the Operations Department.Coordinates Operations activities with all other Company departments and the FAA.Responsible for the timely submission of all required operations reports to the FAA.Represents management in all matters dealing with the welfare of the Operations personnel.Serves as a member of the TPRB (Technical Publications Review Board).Serves as a member of the CASS (Continuing Analysis and Surveillance) Monthly Review Board.

Consultant providing subject matter expert advice to Civil Aviation Authority in conducting IASA Mock Audits, Implementing FAA CAT 1 and ICAO Standards in Africa.

Budget management, cost containment, strategic planning, operations management, standards, personnel development, regulation compliance, performance tasks, director operations

Directed Safety Attribute Inspection process for Operations group with direct involvement of FAA certification project team to ensure regulatory policies were current and documented.Served as the Operations liaison to the FAA Operations InspectorSuccessfully developed the comprehensive training program approved by the FAA.Effectively completed the Operations group set of professional manuals for submission to FAA

Florence, Ky, Us

Directed oversight and daily management spanning multiple departments, international operations, developing high performance teams committed to ongoing professional development with the global company.Financial budget and production oversight while contributing to the strategic planning of long-term goals and direction of company.Created successful relationships with FAA regulators and certification teams to stay informed of technical developments and regulation changes.Demonstrated record of internal promotions and accomplishments at higher areas of responsibility.Successfully completed the complex project of adding B777 aircraft to airline certificate in one year, requiring close working relationships with the FAA, senior executives, and key vendors, utilizing project software, company and departmental meetings.Successfully oversaw high volume accounting operations for large multisite, multisystem installation initiatives while maintaining financial integrity.Planned and executed strategies for Flight Operations group in partnership with key stakeholders to meet and exceed strategic company goals and objectives.Served as Company representative on the NACA (National Air Cargo Carrier Association) Council, assisting to govern the safety and efficiency of the airline industry.

Florence, Ky, Us

Ensured FAA regulatory compliance and optimal safety at all levels by maintaining and upgrading procedures and standards.Maintained operational control as FAR required airline management personnel.Created successful relationships with FAA regulators and certification teams to stay informed of technical developments and regulation changes.Maintained continuous evaluation of flight standards to ensure safety during critical operations.

Florence, Ky, Us

Ensured FAA regulatory compliance and optimal safety at all levels by maintaining and upgrading procedures and standards.Developed initial training program for new aircraft in alignment with FAA Regulations and industry best practices.Maintained continuous evaluation of flight standards to ensure safety during critical operations.Successfully completed the complex project of adding B777 aircraft to airline certificate, requiring close working relationships with the FAA, senior executives, and key vendors, utilizing project software, company and departmental meetings.Planned and executed strategies for Flight Operations group in partnership with key stakeholders to meet and exceed strategic company goals and objectives.Served as Company representative on the NACA (National Air Cargo Carrier Association) Council, assisting to govern the safety and efficiency of the airline industry.

Florence, Ky, Us

Ensured FAA regulatory compliance and optimal safety at all levels by maintaining and upgrading procedures and standards.Created successful relationships with FAA regulators and certification teams to stay informed of technical developments and regulation changes.Maintained continuous evaluation of flight standards to ensure safety during critical operations.Successfully oversaw high volume accounting operations for large multisite, multisystem installation initiatives while maintaining financial integrity.Directed and maintained high standards for selection of Check Airman, Pilots and Engineer candidates.Three-Engine Ferry Qualified

Florence, Ky, Us

Ensured FAA regulatory compliance and optimal safety at all levels by maintaining and upgrading procedures and standards.Critical function of maintaining crewmember training, records and ensuring competency, currency and professional levels of performance.Maintained continuous evaluation of flight standards to ensure safety during critical operations.

Developed, maintained and directed Flight Training and Standards projects, ensuring that aircraft have proper documentation, are fully equipped, and are ready for flight.Continuous evaluation of crewmembers to achieve high professional standards.Cost containment of the training program to ensure long-term success.Managed training, evaluation, and records for crew members to increase accountability, skills, and measurable customer service results.

Directed VIP passenger operation for domestic and international clients through leadership and oversight to create a professional environment with integrity and service.Managed base operations for executive chartersLine operations as Check Airman, Captain

Acted as liaison for strategic partnership with Flight Safety and Boeing for new pilot training programs, effectively communicating priorities and collaboratively resolving challenges.Managed training, evaluation, and records for crew members to increase accountability, skills, and measurable customer service results.Successfully developed and instituted an in-house pilot training program that included proficiency reviews and ongoing process improvement.Line pilot on MD-80

Miami, Fl, Us

B727, DA‐20 Check Airman, Instructor, CaptainCheck Airman since 1988, helped build a core group of pilots and worked closely with the ChiefPilot and Director of Operations. Two engine ferry qualified ‐ B727Managed training programs and flew the line on a regular basisCoordinated with FAA on regular basis as Check AirmanSuccessfully grew the company from 6 Falcon 20’s and 1 Boeing 727 to a fleet of 15 B727’s

M.S. Aviation Safety, Aviation

B.S. Aviation Technology, Aviation