David Ayers
Independence
Summary
I am a team-oriented commercial pilot with a strong emphasis on safety and customer service, seeking a 1st Officer position. I am a disciplined self-starter with strong knowledge in FAA protocols, safety, and regulatory compliance. I am also detail-oriented and have the ability and knowledge to adapt to changing conditions and work in high pressure fast-paced environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Flight Instructor
Airo
03.2025 - Current
- Flight Instructor Private/Instrument/Commercial
- Manage student Schedules and Documents
- Ensure Safety Throughout Training
- Schedule and Develop Training Events
Certified Flight Instructor
Fly Tech Pilot Academy
01.2025 - Current
- Flight Instructor Private/Instrument/Commercial
- Manage Student Schedules and Documents
- Teach in Student Owned Airplanes w/ Different Avionics
- Schedule and Develop Training Events
Certified Flight Instructor
Infinity Flight Group
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Flight Instructor Private/Instrument/Commercial
- Manage student documents for Part 141
- Document training
- Schedule Training Events
Real Estate Appraisals, Owner, Operator
DA Professional Services, LLC
01.2003 - 08.2024
- Market trends and data analysis professional
- Gather information on nearby properties to compare and help make value determinations on properties.
- Customer and Client Relations
- Efficient tracking and fulfilling of client orders
Firefighter / Paramedic
Raytown Fire Protection District
12.2006 - 05.2016
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Fire suppression duties & communicating with other emergency personnel.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property preservation.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Aviation Management (online)
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FL12.2025
COM SEL/MEL Pilot with Instrument Rating - Aviation
ATP Flight Academy
Jacksonville Beach, FL06.2022
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Kansas City Metropolitan Community College
Kansas City, MO05.2012
Skills
- Total Time: 1476
- PIC: 1388
- Instrument: 90 (19 actual)
- Cross-Country: 525
- Multi-Engine: 25
- Dual Given: 994
- Night: 157
- High Performance: 75
- Complex Time: 25
- Commercial SEL/MEL, Instrument Rated
- Complex Endorsement
- High Performance Endorsement
- Tailwheel Endorsement
- 1st Class Medical (Oct 2025)
- Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
- US Passport (unexpired)
- Global Entry
- CFI/CFII
- Certified Flight Instrument Instructor
Hobbies, Interests, Volunteering
travel, golf, pickleball, live sporting events, concerts
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
Airo
03.2025 - Current
Certified Flight Instructor
Fly Tech Pilot Academy
01.2025 - Current
Certified Flight Instructor
Infinity Flight Group
08.2024 - 12.2024
Firefighter / Paramedic
Raytown Fire Protection District
12.2006 - 05.2016
Real Estate Appraisals, Owner, Operator
DA Professional Services, LLC
01.2003 - 08.2024
COM SEL/MEL Pilot with Instrument Rating - Aviation
ATP Flight Academy
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Kansas City Metropolitan Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Aviation Management (online)
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne