Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Diego Montanez

Winnipeg,Canada

Summary

Dedicated and disciplined Commercial Pilot with approximately 460 hours total time and 90 hours SIC on the Pilatus PC-12 in northern operations. Experienced in both the flight deck and ground environments, with strong ramp, cargo, and dispatch coordination skills. Ready to bring energy, humility, and a learning mindset to any operation while continuing to develop advanced airmanship and decision-making in Canada’s demanding flight environments.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

First Officer (SIC) – PC-12 NG

Northway Aviation
St. Andrews, MB
04.2025 - 07.2025
  • Logged 90 hours SIC on PC-12 NG under 703 IFR operations across Manitoba.
  • Supported PIC with flight planning, checklist flows, ATC comms, and cockpit resource management.
  • Operated in high workload conditions, including short strips, MF/ATF airspace, and northern weather.
  • Demonstrated adaptability, professionalism, and solid procedural discipline in a multi-crew setting.

Ramp & Cargo Agent

Northway Aviation
St. Andrews, MB
08.2023 - 04.2025
  • Loaded and secured cargo and baggage on PC-12 and Cessna 208 Caravan aircraft.
  • Performed aircraft marshalling, towing, refueling prep, and turnaround duties.
  • Worked with dispatch and crews to maintain tight schedules and safe operations.
  • Gained valuable experience in northern logistics and ground-based aircraft operations.

Education

Flight Training - CPL & IFR

Harv’s Air
Steinbach / St. Andrews, MB
01.2025

Skills

  • Single-engine IFR (Group 3)
  • PC-12 turboprop experience (SOPs, checklists, flows)
  • Ground handling, cargo, fueling, de-icing
  • Cockpit discipline and procedural knowledge
  • MF, ATF, and Class G comms proficiency
  • Professional, adaptable, and team-driven

Certification

  • Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) – Transport Canada
  • Group 3 Instrument Rating
  • Restricted Radio Operator Certificate
  • Category 1 Medical Certificate

References

  • Ian, Odger, Operations Manager, 204-226-5442, Northway Aviation
  • Mike, Elam, Chief Pilot, 204-227-9272, Northway Aviation
  • Calvin, Hasse, 204-939-1117
  • Marcelo, Irigary, 204-914-0517

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

First Officer (SIC) – PC-12 NG

Northway Aviation
04.2025 - 07.2025

Ramp & Cargo Agent

Northway Aviation
08.2023 - 04.2025

Flight Training - CPL & IFR

Harv’s Air
Diego Montanez