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William O'Brien

Edgewater

Summary

Dynamic aviation professional with extensive experience as a Captain at Southwest Airlines. Proven expertise in Crew Resource Management and Flight Planning, ensuring safety and efficiency. Recognized for effective communication and leadership in high-pressure environments, contributing to successful flight operations and training over 1,500 hours as a Certified Flight Instructor.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Captain, B-737

Southwest Airlines
03.2017 - Current

Captain since January, 2023

First Officer

Cathay-Dragon
01.2012 - 03.2017

Senior First Officer, Cruise Captain

EVA Airlines
01.2008 - 01.2012

Check Airman on CRJ 200, Captain EMB 145

Chautauqua Airlines
05.2003 - 12.2007

First Officer BE 1900

Colgan Airlines
05.2002 - 05.2003

Certified Flight Instructor

FlightSafety Academy
06.2000 - 04.2002

CFI, CFII, MEI

1500 hours Instruction

FAR 141 Flight School

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Ole Miss
Oxford, MS
07-1993

Skills

  • Crew Resource Management (CRM)
  • Flight Planning & FMS
  • Emergency Procedures
  • Stress Management
  • Effective Communication

Certification

  • Airline Transport Pilot
  • Commercial Pilot
  • FAA First Class Medical Certificate

Timeline

Captain, B-737

Southwest Airlines
03.2017 - Current

First Officer

Cathay-Dragon
01.2012 - 03.2017

Senior First Officer, Cruise Captain

EVA Airlines
01.2008 - 01.2012

Check Airman on CRJ 200, Captain EMB 145

Chautauqua Airlines
05.2003 - 12.2007

First Officer BE 1900

Colgan Airlines
05.2002 - 05.2003

Certified Flight Instructor

FlightSafety Academy
06.2000 - 04.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

Ole Miss
William O'Brien