Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
Flight Time and Endorsements
Documents
References
Timeline
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David Hammerton

Memphis

Summary

Versatile professional with extensive experience as a Flight Instructor and Safety Manager at Air Venture Flight Center. Proven expertise in risk management and effective communication, developing safety programs that enhanced workplace safety culture. Demonstrated leadership successfully executing hundreds of combat missions and in training over 300 military trainees, fostering discipline and operational readiness.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Manager

Air Venture Flight Center
Olive Branch
06.2024 - Current
  • Developed safety training programs for employees at Air Venture Flight Center.
  • Maintained safety records and documentation for regulatory review.
  • Facilitated safety meetings to promote a culture of safety awareness.
  • Reviewed incident reports to determine root causes and prevent recurrence.

Flight Instructor

Air Venture Flight Center
Olive Branch
01.2024 - Current
  • Instructed students in flight maneuvers and safety protocols.
  • Evaluated student performance through practical flight assessments in accordance with Part 141 rules as a Check Airmen.
  • Assisted in ground school training for theoretical knowledge.
  • Taught students about aircraft systems, procedures, and other flight-related subjects from individual to group environment.

Infantryman

United States Army
05.2013 - 01.2024

As a U.S. Army Drill Sergeant under TRADOC:

  • Instructed over 300 trainees in military discipline, tactics, and physical fitness doctrine.
  • Coordinated logistics for training schedules, resources, and equipment needs for upwards of 7 days.
  • Provided guidance on military regulations, customs, and courtesies.

As a U.S. Army Infantry and Rifle Squad Leader under FORSCOM:

  • Facilitated communication between team members and management regarding tactical operations.
  • Oversaw inventory management to maintain adequate stock levels for operations.
  • Maintained accountability of personnel, equipment, and supplies during deployments.
  • Provided guidance to subordinate personnel on tactical operations and training.

Education

High School Diploma -

Houston High School
Germantown, TN
05-2011

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Risk management
  • Effective communication
  • Leadership development
  • Problem solving
  • Record keeping

Affiliations

  • Musician
  • Weight-lifting
  • Poetry

Accomplishments

  • Check Airmen in a Part 141 Flight School
  • Active Duty Veteran: United States Army

Certification

FAA Ratings Airplane:

Commercial Single Engine

  • Instrument
  • Multi-Engine

FAA Instructor Ratings:

Certified Flight Instructor

  • Instrument
  • Multi-Engine

Flight Time and Endorsements

Flight Time

  • Total Time: 902.5 hours

Endorsements

  • High-Performance, Complex

Documents

DD214, Logbook, and additional documents will be provided upon request.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Safety Manager

Air Venture Flight Center
06.2024 - Current

Flight Instructor

Air Venture Flight Center
01.2024 - Current

Infantryman

United States Army
05.2013 - 01.2024

High School Diploma -

Houston High School

Bachelor of Science - Aviation

Liberty University
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