Trevor Smith
Pilot | Aviation Safety & Human Factors Enthusiast | Public Speaker | Host of Pilot Debrief and Hoover’s Hangar
- Role
- Pilot Debrief, Founder Host at YouTube
- Location
- Charlotte, NC, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Trevor Smith
I’m a former F-15E Strike Eagle and F/A-18D Hornet fighter pilot who spent nearly a decade flying tactical jets and leading high-performance teams in some of the most demanding environments imaginable. Today, I fly for a major U.S. airline, bringing that same discipline, precision, and passion for aviation safety to every flight.I’m also the creator and host of two YouTube channels:Pilot Debrief: where I analyze real-world aviation accidents through the lens of the fighter pilot debrief process, uncovering human factors and safety lessons every pilot can learn from.Hoover’s Hangar: a storytelling channel that explores aircraft, pilots, and the spirit of flight through cinematic interviews and flight experiences.My background in aviation safety—including my time as a Wing Chief of Safety—fuels my mission to make aviation safer, smarter, and more inspiring for professionals and enthusiasts alike.I’m available for public speaking and safety presentations, offering audiences unique insights into aviation, human performance, and decision-making under pressure.To inquire about speaking engagements, contact me at H•••••@pilotdebrief.com
Experience
Pilot Debrief, Founder Host
Nov 2022 — Present
Creates engaging aviation mishap analysis videos.
Education
Air Command and Staff College
Master's degree, Military Operational Art and Science/Studies
2012 — 2013
College for Financial Planning
Master's degree, Personal Financial Planning
2006 — 2008
United States Air Force Academy
Bachelor of Science (BS), Legal Studies, General
1996 — 2000
Skills
- Air Force
- Command
- Military Operations
- Top Secret
- Project Management
- Leadership
- Priority Management
- Intelligence
- Security Clearance
- Tactics
- Weapons
- Aircraft
- Dod
- Military Experience
- Operational Planning
- Reconnaissance
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