Alaa Kahwaji

FAA-certified Airframe & Powerplant (A&P;) Technician with extensive hands-on aircraft maintenance training and current airline ground-operations experience with Alliance Ground International (AGI). Completed practical Airframe and Powerplant maintenance training on King Air 200, Citation 500, Cessna 150, 172, 310, 410, and Piper aircraft. Experienced with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, component removal and installation, engine-related maintenance, electrical and mechanical systems, flight controls, landing gear, brakes, wheels and tires, sheet metal, and safety wiring.

Trained to research and follow aircraft maintenance manuals, manufacturer specifications, approved maintenance procedures, inspection requirements, torque values, and applicable FAA regulations. Current AGI experience supporting contracted airline operations including Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and JSX.

Ground Crew / Ramp Agent at Alliance Ground International (AGI) (2025-01 – Present)

• Support ground operations for contracted airline customers including Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and JSX.
• Support safe and efficient operations involving Boeing 737, Boeing 737 MAX 8, and Embraer 175 aircraft.
• Perform aircraft pushback operations using specialized ground support equipment while following established safety procedures.
• Perform aircraft marshalling, chocking, and ground servicing activities.
• Conduct pre-departure and post-arrival visual inspections and communicate aircraft or equipment discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
• Coordinate with flight crews, airline personnel, and AGI team members to support safe and on-time departures.
• Operate aircraft ground support equipment including tugs, belt loaders, and baggage carts.
• Support baggage and cargo loading/unloading operations while following established safety and aircraft weight-and-balance procedures.
• Maintain strict adherence to AGI safety standards, airline-specific procedures, ramp safety requirements, and applicable FAA regulations.
• Work around active commercial aircraft in a high-tempo environment while maintaining awareness of aircraft clearance, personnel safety, and FOD hazards.

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P;) Certificate in Aircraft Maintenance / FAA A&P; Program – Orange Coast College (2024-01 – 2026-12)

Associate Degree in Business Management – Norco College (2018-01 – 2020-12)

High School Diploma – Santiago High School (2014-01 – 2017-12)