Stephen West
Olive Garden
Camden
2
years of professional experience
Total - 287.9
PIC - 189.9
Solo - 72.7
Instruction Received - 189.2
Cross Country Instruction Received - 38.1
Cross Country Solo - 38.8
Cross Country PIC 64.2
Simulated Instrument - 55.8
Actual Instrument - 4.7
Night Instruction Received - 15.9
Night Take-off /Landing - 48
Night PIC - 15.1
Night Takeoff/Landing PIC - 27
Work History
Server
3 Months- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely food and beverage delivery.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels for service needs.
Airport Operation Dispatcher
1 Year 3 Months- Managed flight scheduling, dispatching, and post-flight operations to support efficient daily flight training activities.
- Maintained digital and paper flight records, resolving documentation discrepancies and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Served as the primary point of contact for Delaware State University Aviation Program inquiries from students and visitors.
- Developed and implemented an improved aircraft tracking system, enhancing operational oversight and flight monitoring.
- Maintained stage checklists and instructor scheduling to support efficient check airman and training operations.
- Recorded and distributed CFI meeting minutes, ensuring accurate communication and documentation.
- Maintained airport security procedures, including aircraft key accountability and end-of-day facility security.
- Assisted with aircraft fueling and parking to support daily flight operations.
Overnight Chaperone/Camp Assistant
3 Months- Ensured the security of the facility each night by locking down the building and confirming that all cadets under my supervision were accounted for and in their assigned beds.
- Provided academic support by assisting cadets with study sessions, clarifying cross-country flight planning concepts, and answering aviation related questions when designated tutors were unavailable.
- Facilitated the safe and efficient transportation of cadets to local stores and dining establishments, ensuring their wellbeing and adherence to schedules.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Aviation
High School Diploma
Skills
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Commercial Pilot – Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL)
Instrument Airplane
Accomplishments
- Selected for the 2026 Delaware Aviation Hall of Fame Youth Award for Future Military Aviation.
- Logged 200+ hours of community service through the Food Bank of Delaware, Delaware Modern Maturity Center, JROTC, and the Boy Scouts of America.
- Promoted to Co-Captain of the Delaware State University Flight Team, helping lead the team to qualification for the National Championships.
- Earned the rank of Eagle Scout, demonstrating leadership, service, and commitment.
- Named AFJROTC Cadet of the Year for the State of Delaware.
- Selected for the AFJROTC Summer Flight Academy, graduating 1st in a class of 28 cadets.
- Served as Operations Squadron Commander and White Rifle (Senior Instructor), supervising, training, and mentoring six drill teams while leading them to a 1st Place finish at the Delaware State Drill Championship.
Timeline
Server
Olive Garden
05.2026 - CurrentRead More
Airport Operation Dispatcher
Delaware State University
02.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Overnight Chaperone/Camp Assistant
Delaware State University
05.2024 - 08.2024Read More
Caesar Rodney High School
High School Diploma
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Delaware State University
Bachelor of Science from Aviation
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