Eric Blakely

Eric Blakely is a seasoned aviation professional with extensive experience as a pilot and mortgage loan originator. Currently serving as a pilot for American Airlines since November 2021, Eric previously held the position of First Officer at Southwest Airlines from September 2019 to November 2021. A dedicated veteran of the United States Air Force, Eric's roles included Deputy Group Commander and Evaluator Pilot for the C-130J Formal Training Unit, where responsibility included training over 1,000 aircrew annually. Eric has held various leadership positions within the Air Force, emphasizing safety and operations, and has an academic background featuring a Master's in Education focused on Aviation Education and a Bachelor of Science in Internet Business.