Colin English

Aviation executive with 30+ years of experience across airport management, operations, planning, and safety management systems (SMS) in commercial and regional airport environments. Recognized for leading regulatory-compliant programs, delivering zero-deficiency commercial certification inspections, and driving large-scale infrastructure and safety initiatives. Expert in airport master planning utilizing Advisory Circulars 150/2500 series based on ICAO standards found in CAP 168: Licensing of Aerodromes, regulatory compliance under Part 139 (CAA Regulation (EU) No 139/2014), and leadership in stakeholder involvement, public relations, staff mentoring, and aviation education.

Recently relocated to the UK with Ancestry Visa, no visa sponsorship required.

Engineering Planner - Insight Global

(2022-05 - 2025-11)

• Led site location and planning of ATCT and approach control facilities.
• Authored business cases and technical documentation requirements for designers.
• Authored engineering specifications for 45+ tower development projects.

Senior Aviation Planner - Mead & Hunt

(2017-07 - 2021-06)

• Delivered airport master planning projects from proposal to delivery for client airports.
• Facilitated SRM panels for client airports.
• Mentored junior planners and ensured project delivery.

Senior Aviation Planner - Reid Middleton

(2014-02 - 2017-05)

• Authored, Delivered, and guided Implementation of SMS programs for airports.
• Managed airport master planning team and capital projects for client airports.

Airport Manager - Grant County Regional Airport

(2009-04 - 2012-07)

• Directed airport expansion and development projects including new terminal building.
• Achieved zero FAA deficiencies.

Regional Safety and Security Manager - Menzies Aviation

(2007-11 - 2008-06)

• Developed SMS policy and procedures for Alaska Airlines ground operations at SEA airport
• Reduced Class A accident rates through operations audits, incident investigations and implementation of hazard mitigations and training reinforcements on active aprons.

Facilities and Security Manager - Museum of Flight

(2006-06 - 2007-08)

• Coordinated logistics for private and corporate events, including aircraft ramp operations for fly-ins ensuring seamless safe and efficient execution.
• Facilities and security liaison for the annual Blue Angel Team base of operations, guaranteeing a safe and successful event during the museum's largest public attendance occasion each year.

Deputy Airport Director - Aspen/Pitkin County

(2005-12 - 2006-06)

• Oversaw all airport operations and maintenance activities.
• Managed all aspects of capital development projects and grant processes, ensuring strategic objectives were met. Included a new ARFF and SRE maintenance and operations center.
• Directed ARFF, heavy equipment, and SRE staff training, resulting in a fully cross-trained staff that improved scheduling flexibility and personnel utilization
• In absence of airport director, I was the designated acting director.

Airport Manager - City of Kearney, NE

(2003-03 - 2005-12)

• Achieved three consecutive perfect annual commercial airport certification inspections as Airport Administrator, certifying adherence to safety and compliance standards.
• Managed property development and lease agreements for airside and industrial park owned by the airport corporation (Enterprise fund).
• ARFF director and law enforcement coordinator, actively facilitated interdepartmental cooperation with city police, fire departments, county sheriff, and regional medical facilities.

Master of Public Administration - Aviation Planning & Management/SMS - University of Nebraska at Omaha (2013-12)

Bachelor of Science - Airway Science Management - Central Washington University