Dominic Silva

Conduct introductory and discovery flights for prospective student pilots, promoting aviation education and flight training programs. Provide ground and flight instruction for Private Pilot and Instrument Rating applicants in accordance with FAA training standards. Deliver flight training in Piper Cherokee aircraft equipped with traditional analog instrumentation.

Certified Flight Instructor at Best Aviation (2026-05 – Present)

• Conduct introductory and discovery flights for prospective student pilots, promoting aviation education and flight training programs.
• Provide ground and flight instruction for Private Pilot and Instrument Rating applicants in accordance with FAA training standards.
• Deliver flight training in Piper Cherokee aircraft equipped with traditional analog instrumentation.

Flight Instructor at Independent

• Provide accelerated private pilot flight training to two student pilots operating from Concord.
• Conduct flight instruction in Cessna 150 aircraft while emphasizing fundamental aircraft control, safety, and sound aeronautical decision-making.
• Develop training activities based on individual student progress and proficiency.
• Conduct aircraft preflight inspections and identify maintenance or airworthiness concerns before flight.

Site Manager at American Kids Sports Center (2021-05 – Present)

• Managed daily operations for the Ninja Zone department.
• Conducted candidate phone interviews and assisted with staff recruitment.
• Coordinated substitute coverage and staff scheduling.
• Redesigned gym and obstacle layouts to enhance safety, engagement, and skill development.
• Maintained high standards of customer service, safety, and program quality.

Youth Leader at St. John’s Lutheran Church (2019-06 – 2019-07)

Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics – California Aeronautical University (2026-08)