Kimberley Gott
Certified Commercial Airline Pilot
Townsend
Summary
Professional aviator with strong background in flight training, safety protocols, and instructional techniques. Proven success in fostering team collaboration and adaptability in dynamic environments. Skilled in aircraft operation, navigation, and communication, consistently delivering high-quality results. Known for reliability, strong decision-making, and effective problem-solving abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Master Executive Council Chair
Airline Pilots
02.2024 - Current
- Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.
- Advocated for worker rights, leading to the implementation of fair labor practices within the organization.
- Collaborated with other unions on joint initiatives and shared resources, strengthening collective efforts to advance worker rights and benefits.
Master Executive Council Vice Chair
Piedmont Air Line Pilots Association
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated closely with the MEC Chair to provide strategic leadership, direction, and vision for the union's activities and initiatives.
- Championed the rights and interests of our pilots, tirelessly working to improve working conditions, compensation, and safety standards through negotiations and advocacy efforts.
- Participated in collective bargaining negotiations, leveraging my understanding of industry regulations, pilot contracts, and labor laws to secure favorable terms and conditions for our members.
Council 029 First Officer Representative
Piedmont Air Line Pilots Association
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Acted as a vocal advocate for pilot concerns, working closely with union leadership to address issues related to working conditions, compensation, and safety protocols.
- Established effective lines of communication between pilots and union leadership, ensuring transparent and timely dissemination of information, and union activities.
- Facilitated the resolution of disputes and conflicts between pilots and management, employing strong interpersonal skills and diplomacy to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
Airline Pilot
Piedmont Airlines
02.2019 - Current
- Safely operated Embraer 145 on various domestic and international routes.
- Conducted pre-flight inspections, flight planning, and in-flight decision-making to ensure the safety and comfort of passengers and crew.
- Collaborated effectively with cabin crew and ground staff to ensure seamless flight operations.
Certified Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Evaluated students' abilities to teach and perform to a CFI level in order to recommend and endorse them for their initial CFI check ride.
- Conducted spin training for both ground and aerial spin endorsements.
Certified Flight Instructor
Ocean City Aviation
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Conducted ground and flight training for students pursuing private, instrument, and commercial certificates.
- Monitored student progress and provided constructive feedback to facilitate skill development.
Certified Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
01.2017 - 08.2018
- Instructed student pilots in basic flight principles, aircraft operations, and navigation techniques.
- Assisted in preparing students for FAA knowledge and practical exams, resulting in a high pass rate.
Education
Pilot
ATP Flight School
Jacksonville, Florida12-2016
Skills
- Progress tracking
- Administrative skills
- Performance Evaluation
- Team leadership
- Pre-flight checks
- Critical Decision making
- Crew resource management
- Fuel management and conservation
Flight Hours
Total: 3,303 | 121 PIC: 745 | 121 SIC: 1,040 | Instructor: 1,247
Websites
Accomplishments
- Gold Seal Flight Instructor
- American Airlines Distinguished Cadet Award
- FAA Wings Program: Master Wings
Recruiting And Outreach Events
- Piedmont Recruiting- Women In Aviation Conference, 03/01/19
- Piedmont Recruiting- ATP school visit RDU, 06/01/19
- Piedmont Outreach- Charlotte Pride Parade, 08/01/19
- Piedmont Outreach- Salisbury University Stem Program, 08/01/19
- Piedmont Recruiting- DSU career day, 10/01/19
- Piedmont Outreach- Purdue University Girls in Aviation Day, 10/01/19
- Piedmont Outreach- Junior Achievement Career Expo, 02/01/20
Ratings And Certifications
- Airline Transport Pilot, AMEL
- Type Rating, EMB-145
- FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit
- Certified Flight Instructor, CFI, MEI, CFII
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate
- US Passport, Current, Unrestricted
Certification
Airline Transport Pilot: AMEL Type Rating: EMB-145 FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit Certified Flight Instructor: CFI, MEI, CFII FAA First Class Medical Certificate US Passport: Current, Unrestricted
Timeline
Master Executive Council Chair
Airline Pilots
02.2024 - Current
Master Executive Council Vice Chair
Piedmont Air Line Pilots Association
01.2023 - 02.2024
Council 029 First Officer Representative
Piedmont Air Line Pilots Association
01.2022 - 12.2023
Airline Pilot
Piedmont Airlines
02.2019 - Current
Certified Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
02.2019 - 04.2019
Certified Flight Instructor
Ocean City Aviation
08.2018 - 01.2019
Certified Flight Instructor
ATP Flight School
01.2017 - 08.2018
Pilot
ATP Flight School
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