01Current
Commercial Pilot
ASEL, AMEL, Instrument Rated
Jakobe Lewis
Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFI-I) & Check Instructor
Dedicated aviator and flight instructor seeking a First Officer position, bringing disciplined airmanship, strong crew leadership, and a solid foundation in flight instruction and business operations.
- Total Time
- 1,775hrs
- PIC
- 1,700hrs
- Dual Given
- 1,440hrs
- Cross-Country
- 366hrs
- Multi-Engine
- 41hrs
- Actual Instrument
- 61hrs
- SIM Instrument
- 105hrs
- Night PIC
- 165hrs
Flight log current — August 2026
Credentials
Certifications & Ratings
02Active
Certified Flight Instructor, Instrument
CFI-I
03Active
Check Instructor
Acron Aviation
04Current
First Class Medical
FAA Medical Certificate
05Current
FCC Radio Operator License
Restricted Radiotelephone Operator
06Completed
FAA ATP Written Passed
June 2026
Section 02 // Capabilities
Skills & expertise
StatusACTIVE_INSTR
Flight Operations & Instruction
Delivers Part 141 and Air Force Training Program instruction to cadets and civilian students, with rigorous stage checks, simulator training, and ADM evaluation.
CFI-ICheck InstructorGlass & Analog Cockpit SystemsStage ChecksADM & Risk ManagementAir Force Cadet Part 141 Standardization
Platforms5 AIRFRAMES
Aircraft Proficiency
Current proficiency across high-wing, low-wing, multi-engine, and glass-cockpit platforms used in primary, instrument, and commercial training.
C172PA28PA44SR20PA23
BackgroundOPERATIONS
Leadership & Business
Combines flight-deck discipline with store-floor operations management, team coaching, inventory controls, and customer-relations experience.
Operations ManagementTeam Coaching & MentorshipConflict ResolutionInventory & Financial ControlsTime Management
About
A disciplined path to the flight deck
Born and raised in Fort Wayne, Indiana, becoming a pilot has been a lifelong dream representing discipline, exploration, and continuous growth. My aviation path is complemented by a background in business administration and retail management, where I managed store operations, team dynamics, and customer relations. As a CFI-I and Check Instructor, I blend rigorous technical standards with empathetic, student-centered instruction, striving to build confident, safety-minded pilots while continuing my journey toward airline operations.
Currently based in Lake Mary, FL / Sanford, FL.
Experience
Core Experience
02/2024 – Present
Certified Flight Instructor & Check Instructor
Acron Aviation / L3Harris Technologies, Sanford, FL
- Delivers Part 141 and Air Force Training Program instruction to Air Force cadets and civilian students pursuing Private, Instrument, and Commercial certificates.
- Conducts stage checks, pre/post-flight briefings, simulator training, and evaluates aeronautical decision-making (ADM) in compliance with FAA regulations.
1/2020 – 7/2022
Floor Manager
Finish Line, Indianapolis, IN
- Assisted store management in daily operational execution, staff coaching, customer relations, inventory control, and financial/cash reconciliation.
- Managed shift performance, conflict resolution, and loss prevention while delivering against key performance indicators.
2018 – 2021
Customer Operations & Service
Chipotle, Prime Car Wash, Pizza Hut
- Developed foundational leadership, fast-paced team coordination, and customer communication skills across various dynamic service environments.
Record
Career Highlights
Air Force Cadet Instruction
Selected to train Air Force cadets under strict military standardization and Part 141 requirements.
FAA ATP Written Passed
Completed FAA ATP written exam (June 2026), reinforcing readiness for First Officer transition.
Academic Excellence
Earned A.A.S. in Business Administration (Dean's List 2020–2021) while in Flight Academy @ L3 Harris.
Education
Education
Expected 05/2027
B.S. in Business Administration
Western Governors University
09/2022 – 02/2024
Aviation Flight Academy
L3Harris Flight Academy, Sanford, FL
01/2020 – 01/2023
A.A.S. in Business Administration
Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, IN
Community
Community & Volunteer Leadership
2014 – 2018
Monon Community Center
Youth Program Volunteer, Carmel, IN
Supported adaptive after-school programming and weekend events for young adults with disabilities. Facilitated engaging, inclusive activities and provided dedicated care during “Parents’ Night Out” events to create a safe, welcoming, and empowering environment for participants.
2017 – 2018
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana
Fundraising Volunteer, Indianapolis, IN
Contributed to annual fundraising car wash initiatives, collaborating with team members and community partners to raise funds and awareness for local youth mentorship programs.
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