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John W Beck, PhD | |
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Dr. John W. Beck is a distinguished professional with over 30 years of experience across aviation, engineering, and technology development. He is a FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), ATP-rated pilot, Certified Flight Instructor, and the founder of USAC Airways, with a PhD in Electrical Engineering & Computer Science and a Master's in Nuclear Engineering. He has the honor of post doc studies in Program Management at the Defense Systems Management College.
Aviation Expertise
FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE):
○ Conducts FAA practical tests and issues airman certificates.
Air Carrier Certification Leader:
○ Developed software and systems to automate Part 135 certification, reducing effort by 90%.
Pilot & Instructor:
○ ATP, CFII, AGI, with over 10,400 hours, including type ratings in Falcon, Hawker, Citation.
Founder of 40+ Part 135 Charter Companies:
○ Director of Operations and Chief Pilot roles for 30+ years.
Developer of Operations Software & AI Training Tools:
○ Web-based systems for scheduling, dispatch, recordkeeping, TSA compliance.
○ AI-based DPE tools and scenario-based Indoc training systems.
Engineering and Technical Expertise
Researcher in Diagnostic Medical Imaging:
○ Published extensively on CT, SPECT, and radiation transport modeling.
○ Innovations reduced radiation exposure and improved heart imaging.
AT&T/Bell Labs Engineer:
○ Contributed to enterprise identity management, pricing tools, ISO 9000 process engineering, and security platform design.
○ Led initiatives that achieved SEI Levels 3 and 4 software process certifications.
FAA Contract Work: Lead on ATC equipment and weather processing systems.
Purpose, Values, and Vision
Purpose: Advance technology to improve life, inspire excellence, and make the world better.
Core Values: Integrity, wisdom, health, knowledge, honesty, adventure, trust.
Passions: Sailing, hiking, biking, skiing, and continuous learning.
Current Roles
President & Director of Operations, USAC Airways
FAA Designated Pilot Examiner
Instructor and Check Airman
Developer of regulatory compliance and aviation safety technologies