Pete Sanderlin

In May of 2000, Pete Sanderlin was hired by Kalitta Air to assist in the start-up of the company as an international air cargo carrier. Sanderlin is currently Vice-President/General Manager and the Director of Operations at Kalitta Air.

Sanderlin’s aviation experience began in 1963 where he served with the United States Navy. He flew high performance fighter aircraft in the Pacific and South Asia area. He also served with the Navy and Naval Reserve for a total of 26 years.

Sanderlin was the Director of Operations for American International Airways from 1988 to 1995, where he controlled the operation of 25 DC-8’s, 7 Boeing 747’s, 6 Lockheed L1011’s, and 10 Boeing 727’s. Prior to his employment with Kalitta Air, Sanderlin was the Director of Operations for Trans Continental Airlines and Kitty Hawk International Airlines and was a contractual Aviation Consultant. He has a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Management.