Douglas Akins

Douglas Akins is an experienced Commercial Airline Transport Pilot currently serving at Sun Country Airlines since April 2021, specializing in piloting the B737. Prior to this, Douglas held similar roles at Endeavor Air and ExpressJet Airlines from April 2018 to March 2021 and January 2007 to April 2018, respectively, where responsibilities included ensuring safety and compliance with FAA regulations while operating various aircraft models on scheduled services for Delta Connection and United Express. Douglas began a career in aviation as an FAA Certified Flight Instructor at Aviation Atlanta, delivering flight instruction and providing air traffic coverage. Previous management experience spans multiple retail sectors, including roles at Office Depot, Goody's Family Clothing, and Bruno's Supermarket. Douglas holds a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration and Policy Studies from Georgia State University, an Associate of Science in Business Administration and Management from Georgia Perimeter College, and a certification in Beekeeping and Entomology from Young Harris College.