Rich Kaplan

Rich Kaplan has extensive experience in aviation, currently serving as a Dual-Rated Pilot at US Trinity Energy Services, LLC since October 2018, operating Challenger 604 and Citation jets, as well as a Bell 407 helicopter. Prior to this, Kaplan spent over 21 years with the Drug Enforcement Administration, retiring as a Special Agent and Pilot, with expertise in tactical operations and flight instruction, including various helicopter models and Citation jets. Kaplan's military background includes serving as an Officer of Marines and Aviator in the United States Marine Corps, specializing as a Ch-46 helicopter pilot. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts from LIU Post, a degree in Aviation Safety from the Naval Postgraduate School, and an Associate of Science in Aeronautics from the State University of New York.