Frank Blades is an Aviation Life Support Equipment Manager and veteran with over 10 years of experience in the US Army. He has managed the maintenance of over $162 million in aviation equipment. Blades has extensive experience training over 670 students and 300 aircrew members. He also has a proven track record of developing maintenance programs, revising budgets, and ensuring equipment is airworthy and compliant with regulations. Blades is now seeking new opportunities building on his expertise in aviation maintenance, training, leadership, and logistical operations.

1. FRANK BLADES
219 Atkinson Street, Fort Bragg, NC 28307
(910) 364-8748
Bladesalse1@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-blades-91a375120
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Aviation Life Support Equipment Manager and Military Veteran with an active Secret Security Clearance and
10+ years of proven experience in the United States Army. Accomplished measurable results while teaching 670+
students and training 300+ aircrew members on helicopter maintenance and aviation life support maintenance
equipment. Possessa comprehensivebackground in aerospaceand aviation, scheduledandunscheduledmaintenance,
and, training andinstructionderivedfrom conducting domesticandglobal operationsin Korea, Iraq, and Afghanistan.
Managed risk upon multiple lines to protect assets, property, and equipment valued over $162M while meeting the
expectations of senior leadership. Career supported by training in instruction and the maintenance of Aviation Life
Support Equipment provided by the Army.
 Operations Management
 Aviation Maintenance
 Training / Development
 Logistical Operations
 Classroom Instruction
 Leadership / Supervision
 Budget Management
 Quality Control
 Microsoft Office Suite
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES ARMY – Various Global Locations 1993 – Present
Aviation Life Support Equipment Manager
 Managed the scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of 300+ aircrew members Aviation Life Support
Equipment (ALSE) valued in excess of $1.5M
 Conducted aircrew life support continuation training classes in accordance with rules and regulations
 Devised an extensive tracking and accounting system for flight gear which resulted in 0% loss of 3K+ pieces
of individual gear
 Revised and rewrote the budget to reflect realistic supply needs and usage; decreased budget by 85%
 Conducted over150 semi-annualALSE inspectionswhichgreatlyimpactedtheoveralldepartmentalreadiness
 Instructed pilots and crew chiefs who participate in regular and frequent flights on emergency procedures and
proper operation and use of ALSE
Helicopter Technical Inspector
 Provided aviation maintenance support to all assigned aircraft; managed aircraft maintenance records
 Supervised and provided technical guidance to 12 technicians performing scheduled, unscheduled, and phase
maintenance
 Evaluated aviation maintenance operations and facilities for compliance with federal, Army, and local
directives
 Responsiblefor 14 CH-47 aircraftsfor airworthinessinspections and ensuredcompliancewithsafetymessages
Aviation Maintenance Instructor
 Taught the CH-47 Medium Helicopter Repairers Course with an annual student load of 672; wrote, reviewed,
and updated lesson plans and course tests in accordance with the approved program of instruction
 Instructed conference and practical exercise classes which included counseling and testing student
performance
 Applied experience to train 200 initial entry trainees on various operations, and common and training tasks
 Improved training experience through parts acquisition, detailed record keeping, and initiating an
organizational system that maximized use of aircraft components for 8 CH-47D aircraft and 3 trainers
 Responsible for 9 CH-47 Category-B training equipment valued at $18M each, $162M total

2. FRANK BLADES 2
Equipment Technician / Maintenance Manager
 Served as a maintenance team leader in the largest CH-47D Heavy Lift helicopter department in the world;
supervised scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
 Managed the training and professional development of 19 personnel and the overall well-being of the team
 Maintained all ground support equipment used in maintenance accomplishment, valued in excess of $200K,
and the security and upkeep of hangar and living areas
EDUCATION
Specialized Military Training:
Primary Leadership Development Course ● CH-47 Helicopter Repairer Supervisor Course
Senior Leadership Course ● Aviation Life Support Equipment Technician Course
Support Cadre Training Course ● Instructor Training Course
Combat Lifesaver Course
SELECT AWARDS
Meritorious Service Medal (1) ● Army Commendation Medal (3) ● Army Achievement Medal (3)
Certificate of Achievement for support of FORSCOM Aviation Resource Management Survey Team