Travis Alkire

Travis Alkire is an experienced pilot currently serving as a pilot with Southwest Airlines since July 2023. Prior to this role, Travis held various positions, including flight instructor at Central Flying Service, Inc., where responsibilities included training individuals from student pilots to commercial ratings and conducting routine evaluations. From April 2022 to July 2023, Travis operated as a charter pilot and training captain for flyExclusive, focusing on personalized customer experiences with a commitment to safety. Travis also served in the United States Air Force for two decades, specializing as a C-130E/H loadmaster, joint air drop inspector, and FTU instructor and evaluator. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and two associate degrees from the Community College of the Air Force in aviation operations and instructor technology in military science.