Carston Sanders
Plane Captain
Benton
Summary
Accomplished Plane Captain and Troubleshooter with extensive experience at VAQ-141, specializing in EA-18G aircraft systems. Expert in Plane Captain Responsibilities and 310 CDI Functions, leading a team of 10 individuals with a focus on enhancing mission readiness. Demonstrated leadership and technical acumen ensure peak aircraft performance and safety.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Troubleshooter
VAQ-141
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Served as a subject matter expert on key avionics systems, assisting colleagues with challenging technical problems.
- Oversaw a 10 person team of Plane Captains and Trainees as a work center supervisor.
- Conducted ground crew troubleshooting of aircraft to ensure full mission readiness and effictivity of EA-18G aircraft.
Avionics Technician
VAQ-141
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Completed preventive and reparative maintenance on EA-18G aircraft electronics and computer systems.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing detailed diagnostics and repairs on avionics systems.
- Contributed to successful flight operations, meticulously assembling and installing avionics components.
Plane Captain
VAQ-141
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Handled diverse responsibilities such as towing EA-18G aircraft or coordinating ground support equipment placement thereby contributing to smooth flight operations.
- Serviced EA-18G aircraft fuel, oil, air, hydraulic and other systems to prepare flights for takeoff.
- Ensured aircraft safety by performing thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections.
- Directed incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal areas using light signals and guiding signs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Benton Consolidated Highschool
Benton, IL 04.2001 -
Skills
310 CDI
320 CDI
210 CDI
HYD/CONTAM Technician
Plane Captain
RC Team Leader
Timeline
Troubleshooter
VAQ-141
04.2024 - 02.2025
Avionics Technician
VAQ-141
05.2023 - 04.2024
Plane Captain
VAQ-141
09.2021 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Benton Consolidated Highschool
04.2001 -
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