Nick Rae
Commercial Pilot · Seeking FO/SIC Position
Former automotive GM who left a 20-year career to pursue aviation at 44. Trained from zero to Commercial in 14 months. Now ready to fly.
Open to Opportunities — Will Relocate
Former automotive GM who left a 20-year career to pursue aviation at 44. Trained from zero to Commercial in 14 months. Now ready to fly.
At 44, I made the decision to leave a successful 20-year career in automotive management to pursue what I'd always known I was meant to do — fly. I enrolled at Skywarrior Flight Training at Pensacola, FL and earned my Private Pilot License, Instrument Rating, and Commercial certificate in just 14 months, training in Class C airspace from day one.
I added my Multi-Engine rating in August 2025 and am current and proficient in the Rockwell Commander 114A (N5900N). I'm seeking First Officer and SIC opportunities in Part 135, Part 91, aerial survey, or charter operations.
Two decades of managing teams, budgets, and high-pressure operations gave me a foundation that translates directly to the flight deck: CRM, risk assessment, procedural discipline, and the ability to perform under pressure. I bring the same intensity to aviation that I brought to every role I've held.
Completed PPL, Instrument Rating, and Commercial certificate in 14 months. Trained in Class C airspace. Multi-Engine Add-On completed August 2025. Intensive, full-time program with a focus on procedural discipline and real-world readiness.
20+ years in automotive management and leadership. Responsible for P&L, team development, customer operations, and multi-department oversight. Built transferable skills in CRM, decision-making, and high-pressure operations management.
Coached at the high school and junior college level. Developed game plans, led player development, and coordinated under pressure — the same skills that make for a disciplined, team-oriented aviator.
Minor in Information Systems
Graduate-level coursework in organizational leadership
Commercial Pilot — ASEL/AMEL, Instrument Rating, Complex & High-Performance Endorsed
Mental performance and aeronautical decision-making training
iOS app for pilot nutrition and meal planning on the road. Built for the lifestyle.
Coming SoonSelf-published study guides for student and commercial pilots. Available on Amazon KDP.
Available NowFlight vlogs, training insights, and the journey from zero to commercial pilot.
Coming SoonI'd love to hear from you — whether it's about flying, opportunities, or collaboration.