Danielle M. Casper
Prince George,Canada
Summary
Dynamic aviation professional with extensive experience at Transport Canada, specializing in aviation safety and program inspections. Proven ability to analyze technical specifications and mitigate risks while fostering teamwork and mentoring junior staff. Adept at ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing operational standards through effective communication and leadership.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Team Lead, Flight Operations (CAI-04)
Transport Canada
Prince George, BC
06.2015 - Current
- Fully delegated R-2 Technical Team Lead, Flight Operations, overseeing Transport Canada’s aviation safety program through Program and Ramp Inspections.
- Participated in national working groups to enhance Transport Canada programs such as ACELLAS and Surveillance renewal.
- Analyzed Air Operator Certificate requirements to develop technical specifications tailored to each organizational need.
- Identified and proposed solutions for improvements within the ACP Program’s existing systems.
- Guided and mentored new team members and provided support to other TC offices.
- Maintained current knowledge of relevant technologies impacting team projects.
- Efficiently allocated tasks based on team members’ skill sets and availability.
Inspector (CAI-03)
Transport Canada
Moncton, NB
04.2009 - 05.2015
- Fully Delegated H-18/R-3 Flight Operations Inspector
- Planned, coordinated, and managed Transport Canada’s aviation safety program through assessments, PVIs, and PIs in Atlantic Region.
- Executed certification duties for issuing and amending Air Operator and Private Operator Certificates.
- Demonstrated turbine experience on Cessna 550 and King Air C90.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and operational standards throughout inspections.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting inspection findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
- Trained junior inspectors on best practices and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Analyzed inspection data to identify trends and mitigate potential operational risks.
- Communicated findings effectively to stakeholders to facilitate informed decision-making.
King Air C90 Captain
Moncton Flight College
Dieppe, NB
02.2007 - 03.2009
- Turbine experience on PT6 engines.
- Experience as a Pilot Examiner - IFR
- Class 2 Flight Instructor
- Responsible for multi-crew training and advanced training in the King Air B200 simulator and the King Air C90 aircraft.
Cessna 402/414 Captain / Jetstream 31 Co-pilot
WestWind Aviation
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
12.2005 - 01.2007
- Turbine experience on Garrett engines.
- 704 Commuter and Single Pilot IFR experience in a 703 charter operation.
- Conducted pre-flight checks to verify aircraft readiness and compliance.
- Responsible for creating flight plans prior to each flight.
Navajo Co-pilot
Courtesy Air
Buffalo Narrows, Saskatchewan
07.2005 - 11.2005
- Experience with scheduled 703 flights and on call medivac flights.
- Teamwork demonstrated through daily duties of aircraft pre-flight preparation which included towing, fueling, and cleaning of aircraft.
- Demonstrated decision making skills in a northern environment and an uncontrolled environment.
Flight Instructor
Mitchinson Flying Service Ltd.
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
01.2003 - 07.2005
- Cultivated strong interpersonal skills through consistent interactions with clients during lessons and public relations activities.
- Adapted to dynamic environments by instructing diverse clientele across various lessons daily.
- Demonstrated administrative proficiency through management of student logbooks and Transport Canada documents.
- Conducted comprehensive ground school sessions covering aviation regulations and navigation.
- Provided professional customer service, fostering positive relationships with clients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography
University of Saskatchewan
04-2005
Commercial Aviation Diploma - Commercial Aviation Diploma Program
Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Arts And Science
12-2002
High School Diploma -
Yorkton Regional High School
Yorkton, Saskatchewan06-2000
Skills
- Aviation safety
- Program inspections
- Technical specifications
- Risk mitigation
- Regulatory compliance
- Safety management
References
- Thomas Kwan, ADO
- Jamie Lee MacDermid, RDCA
Flight Experience and Aircraft Flown
Total 3600, PIC 2200, Multi 2200 (505 Multi PIC) - Citation 550, King Air C90, Jetstream 31, Cessna 402/414/310, Navajo 350
Certification
Airline Transport Pilot Licence, Group 1 Instrument Rating, Class 2 Instructor Rating (expired), Sea Plane Rating, Valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate
Timeline
Technical Team Lead, Flight Operations (CAI-04)
Transport Canada
06.2015 - Current
Inspector (CAI-03)
Transport Canada
04.2009 - 05.2015
King Air C90 Captain
Moncton Flight College
02.2007 - 03.2009
Cessna 402/414 Captain / Jetstream 31 Co-pilot
WestWind Aviation
12.2005 - 01.2007
Navajo Co-pilot
Courtesy Air
07.2005 - 11.2005
Flight Instructor
Mitchinson Flying Service Ltd.
01.2003 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Science - Physical Geography
University of Saskatchewan
Commercial Aviation Diploma - Commercial Aviation Diploma Program
Saskatchewan Institute of Applied Arts And Science
High School Diploma -
Yorkton Regional High School