CommuteAir is an airline with a family atmosphere felt by our passengers and employees alike. Our refined approach to developing employees and their talent ensures mentorship and partnership opportunities with upper-level management. Each employee finds their place—celebrating their unique skills and expertise—with CommuteAir.
"Featured Crew" Series - Meet our C5 Family
Regional Manager of Airport Ops Steve Moore
Steve Moore is a storied aviation professional with a 44-year career in the industry, currently serving as our Regional Manager of Airport Operations at the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH). It is with a heavy heart that the CommuteAir family thanks Steve for his service and wishes him the best in his next upcoming venture…Retirement! Read on to learn some of his amazing aviation story…
Maintenance Crew Lead Nick Massey
Meet Maintenance Crew Lead, Nick Massey! Nick is a rising star in the CommuteAir Maintenance Department, and being a passionate racing mechanic and driver in his personal life, he wanted a bigger challenge with even bigger engines and that led him to aviation! Read on to learn some of Nick’s aviation story…
First Officer HaeBom Lee
Meet First Officer, HaeBom Lee! HaeBom’s story begins back in Seoul, South Korea before immigrating to the United States to become a pilot. As a rabid aviation enthusiast, HaeBom is active within the CommuteAir Community as a member of our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion council, ALPA, and regularly volunteers for special events. Read on to learn some of HaeBom’s aviation story…
Meet more of our Featured Crew at the link below
Featured Crew ArchiveATP Tuition Reimbursement Program
ATP Flight Schools and CommuteAir have partnered to provide students a new path to the friendly skies – By applying to our lottery with an essay, we’ve selected our first class of ATP students to receive up to $20,000 in tuition reimbursement assistance!
Peter Vizzoni
CommuteAir First Officer - Previously ATP Mesa Flight Instructor
Peter is our first ATP student to complete the Tuition Reimbursement Program and transition to CommuteAir as a First Officer – We’re looking forward to seeing his fellow alumni join him in the field!
“I originally graduated college with a business degree but decided to follow in my father’s footsteps and become a United pilot. I chose CommuteAir because it’s a sizeable airline and has a community-focused culture!”
Lucas Baker
Lead Flight Instructor - ATP Montgomery
“I got into aviation because I was in a career that didn’t require much critical thinking and being a pilot is the exact opposite…plus it’s really fun! I chose CommuteAir because I was really sold on the people and the culture, it’s different from a lot of regionals out there.”
Christopher "CJ" Woods
Lead Flight Instructor - ATP Leesburg
“I chose flying because I wanted a career that was both skillful and fun, and didn’t want to be in the same place behind a desk every day. My mentor is a United pilot and really sold me on the fact that CommuteAir was the right regional choice – he said it was the most fun flying he had ever done in his career!”
Ryan Pahani
Flight Instructor - ATP Conroe
“I got into flying when I was a little kid – I started with my dad when I was just five years old! I chose CommuteAir because of all the airlines I’ve spoken with, CommuteAir is one giant family. The culture, people and training are amazing!”
Bryce Brazan
Flight Instructor - ATP Baton Rouge
“After doing some research, I chose CommuteAir because they’re reliable, consistent, and care about professionalism. Everyone I’ve talked to says the same thing, CommuteAir is a good airline to work for and they provide great training.”
Morgan Pitzer
Flight Instructor - ATP Centennial
“I picked aviation as a career because I knew I wanted three things: To travel, to not work behind a desk, and to have new challenges each day. I joined CommuteAir because some of my closest friends work for the airline and they have nothing but great things to say about it. The focus on people and the products they produce is something I want to be a part of.”
Dave Comish
Lead Flight Instructor - ATP Provo
“Aviation runs deep in my family – My father, uncle, and grandfather were all United pilots and I want to do the same.
I chose CommuteAir because I felt the most comfortable and the opportunity offered through the Aviate program was great for me.”
Nick Graziano
Lead Flight Instructor - ATP Ogden
“I got into aviation with my dad – he took me to an airshow and I really just fell in love with the sights and sounds of the whole thing.
I worked alongside United before becoming a pilot, and CommuteAir’s tight partnership with UA convinced me that this is where I want to fly!”
Joe Marinelli
Lead Flight Instructor - ATP Orlando
“I chose aviation at a young age – My mother worked at United growing up, and I got the chance to have experiences like “Take Your Kid to Work Day” at the airport.
CommuteAir caught my eye early on while I was working as a United Flight Attendant, and I’m looking forward to fly with them as a pilot!”
Charlie Kurtz
Flight Instructor - ATP Olive Branch
“My dad was an inspiration early on, and during college, I wanted a career that offered something a little more exciting…so I chose flying!
I chose to go with CommuteAir because of their efficient training program, but also because of their professionalism.”
CommuteAir Management Team
Derek Sharp
Managing Director of Safety
Ryan Morris
Chief Pilot
Michael Traster
Director of Maintenance
Joe Michaelson
Chief Inspector
Atishay Jain
Treasurer
Kyle Vasiloff
Managing Director of Financial Planning & Analysis
Sergio Aleman
Managing Director of Materials and Sourcing
Jason Kadah
Managing Director Communications and Brand Strategy
Julie Puckhaber
Director of Talent Acquisition - Crew
Joey Dhaliwal
Director of Corporate Real Estate
Peter Ganabathi
Director Network and Operations Planning
Nicolle Jackson
Director of Systems Operations Control
Harold Abraham
Director of Tech Ops Planning & Strategy
Joe Kirby
Director of Maintenance Training
Lance Lau
Director of Pilot Training
Michael Lack
Director of Training, Operations & AQP
Jeremy Gorges
Director of Employee Relations
Asabe Dawudu
Data Scientist
Lorraine Licata
Corporate Controller
Robert Ferguson
Director of IT Infrastructure
Amita Kale
Director of IT Software Development
Steven Larizza
Director IT Security
More Information
Would you like to learn why CommuteAir is the best airline to work for? Call us at (440) 779-4588, or reach out directly.