Wendy Kranz

About Wendy Kranz

FAA Commercial Certificate: ASEL, AMEL FAA Instrument Rating: ASEL, AMEL FAA First Class Medical Certificate Total Time 1227 PIC SEL 1192 MEL 35 XC 420 Instrument 181 Night 25 AATD 47 FCC Radio Operator Permit Valid US Passport and Driver’s License High Performance Endorsement Complex Endorsement Spin Training Aircraft flown: C206, PA-23, PA-44, P28R, P-28A, C182, C172, C152, BL8

Experience

1. Rotation Manager Line Pilot

   Aperture Aviation

   Aug 2021 — Present · San Jose, CA, US

   Act as PIC of high-performance aircraft to capture high-resolution, 3D imagery throughout North America.Prioritize and maximize CRM with two-pilot crew. Perform duties of Pilot Flying/Camera Operator or Pilot Monitoring. Supervise, train and mentor new company pilots and pilots pursuing promotion to Rotation Manager. Operate under International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO), Stage 3 Certification. Complete Biennial Flight Review and Instrument Proficiency Check every six months. Trained in spin recovery, over-water and reduced-oxygen flying, TSA Security Operations, Washington, DC SFRA Operations, OSHA and CPR/First Aid. Proficient in G750, GTN750Xi, G650, G650Xi, G600, G600TXi, G530, G430, KAP140 Autopilot and JPI EDM930.Maintain full working knowledge of intricate camera systems and liaise with client’s camera technicians.Design aerial maps, plan routing and coordinate with Air Traffic Control for photo missions in complex airspace.Serve as company ambassador for TRACON and point-of-contact for airport personnel and maintenance departments. Utilize PRISM ARMOR Safety Management System: Flight Risk Assessment Tool to determine viability of every flight and Hazard/Event Reports to mitigate future hazards and reinforce safety culture. Relocate company aircraft as required, including import and export operations. Coordinate travel logistics to ensure adequate crew rest, health and safety for 8/6 schedule.

Education

• Martha Beck Institute

  Life Coach Training

• Martha Beck Institute

  Master Life Coach Training

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Aeronautical Science

• Bastyr University

  Bachelor of Science