Type Of Business:
Airline carrier
Expertise:
Aviation safety
Major Product/SVS:
Air transportation services
Hobbies/Sports:
Golfing; Bowling
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Biology, University of Pittsburgh (1973)
Affiliations Awards:
Air Line Pilots Association
Place of Birth:
Havre de Grace
Industry:
Commercial Aviation
State/Country of Origin:
MD/USA
Date of Distinction:
4/16/2010
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Mr. Fauvie's passion for his profession separates him from his peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
His greatest career achievement thus far has been opening up his charter company in Savannah, GA.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Mr. Fauvie hopes to be remembered by his peers as a professional who took great pride in his work; he also hopes to make a lasting impression on the industry through the service he provides for his passengers, as well as the safety.
Number Of Years In Profession:
11
Number Of Years In Current Position:
4
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to the support he receives from his parents and educators.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through his desire to become a pilot since childhood.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Fauvie began flying airplanes at the age of 16. He later became a traffic controller for 15 years and then ran a golf school in Atlanta for six years. Following college, he worked in cancer research for the government. After working as a scheduler at an airport, he followed his ambition to become a commercial pilot. He has received his airline transport, instrument and commercial airline rating, and he is in the process of opening his own charter airline in Savannah, GA, the name of which will be KC Chartaire.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing passengers and flight operations; Supervising crew members; Checking paperwork, weather conditions, flight plans and the overall condition of the plane
Education Certifications:
Licensed Pilot, Washington, D.C. (1975); Certified Golf Instructor, United States Golf Teachers Federation
Awards/Honors:
Award, Airline Transport Professionals; Several Federal Aviation Administration Awards
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Fauvie intends to become more involved in corporate flying and establish his own charter company.