Chuck Starkey

Chuck Starkey has a diverse work experience in the aviation industry. Chuck started their career as a pilot in the US Navy from 1988 to 1997. After that, they worked as an Assistant Professor of Aeronautics at Kent State University from 1998 to 2000. Chuck then joined Flight Options, where they held various roles including Director of Pilot Training and Vice President of Safety and Security. During this time, they implemented a Safety Management System and provided advisory services on aviation safety, regulatory compliance, and security issues. In 2013, Chuck joined Honda Aircraft Company as a Continued Operational Safety Manager before being promoted to Senior Manager of Product Safety and then Division Director of Certification and Product Safety. Chuck'sresponsibilities at Honda included leading the In-service Safety Program and coordinating the company's activities towards FAA aircraft type certification. Overall, Chuck has extensive experience in aviation safety, regulatory compliance, and leadership roles in the industry.

Chuck Starkey holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Boston University, which they received between 1984 and 1988. In 1998 and 1999, they pursued a Masters degree in Technology at Kent State University. Additionally, between 2007 and 2009, Chuck obtained a Graduate Certificate in Safety Management from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Furthermore, they obtained a Certificate in Aviation Safety Officer from the Naval Postgraduate School, although the specific years of this achievement are not provided.