Operations & Logistics Specialist

Drew Wheatley

FAA Licensed Aircraft Dispatcher

Bridging the gap between high-stakes incident management and aviation operations. Bringing federal-level resource allocation experience to the flight deck.

From Incident Command to Flight Control

Before aviation, I served as a Cost Unit Leader for a Federal Type 1 Incident Management Team. My role was to bring order to chaos analyzing data during active disasters, managing federal resource allocation, and solving complex logistical puzzles under pressure.

I have transitioned those skills into aviation dispatching. I have the experience to analyze operational risks and resource availability to ensure continuity. I often served as the liaison between the finance team and the ops team, giving me experience in serving as that connection between the flight deck and wider operations.

I am also a private pilot who flies for fun, giving me a practical understanding of the cockpit workload and perspective.

Ready to Relocate

Fully mobile and available for immediate relocation worldwide.

Core Competencies

Aviation Operations

FAA Certified Dispatcher trained in FAR Part 121 regulations, advanced weather analysis, and flight planning. Focus on safety and efficiency.

Resource Management

Proven history in cost tracking, asset management, and decision making under duress during federal incidents. Expert in irregular operations (IROPS) logistics and "just make it work" moments.

Technical Aptitude

Owned a regional IT consulting business specializing in modernizing rural businesses and local govenment agencies to the 21st century. Including creation and deployment of internal appications, 50+ unique websites, fractional CTO contracts, and equipment purchases.