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RAY BENEDICTO CORNEJO

Walnut Creek

Summary

Experienced, safety-driven pilot with 25+ years of accident-free flying experience under FAR Parts 121, 135, and 129. Extensive worldwide operational expertise on Airbus, Bombardier, and Boeing airliners, as well as corporate jet operations on the Phenom 300. Recognized for professionalism, adaptability, and dedication to operational excellence in airline and corporate flight settings.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

First Officer – Boeing 757/767

21 Air, LLC
2024 - Current
  • Managed flight operations in accordance with FAR Part 121 standards.
  • Ensured accurate weight calculations for optimal aircraft performance.
  • Evaluated meteorological and NOTAM details for operational efficiency.

Captain – Embraer Phenom 300

GRANDVIEW AVIATION
01.2022 - 2024
  • Elevate client travel experiences in North America and the Caribbean under FAR Part 135.
  • Managed catering requests and maintained cabin standards.
  • Managed passenger luggage loading and unloading, ensuring optimal weight distribution.
  • Analyze weather/NOTAM data, develop flight plans, determine fuel load, and conducted safety briefings for passengers.
  • Trained in Upset Prevention and Recovery (UPRT), RNAV GPS approach procedures, and over water considerations.
  • Analyze/mitigate risk while operating to mountainous airports such as Aspen (ASE), Telluride (TEX), and Jackson Hole (JAC).

First Officer – CRJ 550

GoJet Airlines
2022 - 2022
  • Successfully finished in-house training for SIC operations on domestic flights governed by FAR Part 121.
  • Analyze weather/NOTAM informations, make sure that proper weights are used, and incorporate CRM to guarantee flight safety.
  • Completed pre-flight inspections, loaded FMC, placed fuel orders, confirmed maintenance status, and calculated performance.

First Officer – Boeing 777-300ER

PHILIPPINE AIRLINES
2016 - 2021
  • Operated flights in compliance with company and Philippine Civil Air Regulations.
  • Coordinates with chief pilot on operational matters.
  • Analyze weather and NOTAM informations for a safe conduct of flight.
  • Executed operations for transpacific, long-haul, and regional flights.
  • Volunteered to depart from the company in response to pandemic-induced staffing adjustments.

First Officer – Airbus 319/320/321

PHILIPPINE AIRLINES
2013 - 2016
  • Operated as SIC under a Philippine Air Regulations.
  • Reported to the chief Pilot.
  • Conducted regional flights across Asia and domestic routes.
  • Upheld cockpit standards in alignment with company guidelines.
  • Reviewed weather conditions and NOTAMs to facilitate secure operations.

Second Officer - Boeing 747-400

Philippine Airlines
2003 - 2007
  • Operated under Philippine Civil Air Regulations flying long haul flights.
  • Assisted in navigation and vessel operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
  • Monitored equipment performance, reporting discrepancies for prompt resolution.
  • Collaborated with senior officers to execute voyage plans efficiently and effectively.
  • Maintained accurate logs of navigational data and daily operational activities.

Student Pilot – Cessna 172 Skyhawk

FULL TIME PROFESSIONAL AVIATION STUDENT
2000 - 2002
  • Dedicated full-time effort to earn Private, Instrument, and Commercial pilot certificates.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communications Engineering

FEATI UNIVERSITY
Manila, Philippines
10.1996

Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technician

FEATI UNIVERSITY
Manila, Philippines
03.1992

Skills

  • Teamwork skills
  • Instrument interpretation
  • Navigation proficiency
  • Flight deck management
  • Crew resource management
  • Analytical problem-solving skills

Affiliations

Professional Asian Pilots Association

FLIGHT EXPERIENCE

  • Airline Transport Pilot Airplane Multi Engine Land
  • Type Ratings B757/767
  • FAA Medical First Class
  • Additional Qualifications FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator
  • Total Time ...........................................9,557
  • Pilot In Command ..............................648
  • Turbine ................................................. 9,316
  • Multi-Engine ...................................... 1,254
  • Instrument ........................................... 268

Timeline

Captain – Embraer Phenom 300

GRANDVIEW AVIATION
01.2022 - 2024

First Officer – Boeing 757/767

21 Air, LLC
2024 - Current

First Officer – CRJ 550

GoJet Airlines
2022 - 2022

First Officer – Boeing 777-300ER

PHILIPPINE AIRLINES
2016 - 2021

First Officer – Airbus 319/320/321

PHILIPPINE AIRLINES
2013 - 2016

Second Officer - Boeing 747-400

Philippine Airlines
2003 - 2007

Student Pilot – Cessna 172 Skyhawk

FULL TIME PROFESSIONAL AVIATION STUDENT
2000 - 2002

Bachelor of Science - Electronics And Communications Engineering

FEATI UNIVERSITY

Associate of Science - Aircraft Maintenance Technician

FEATI UNIVERSITY

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