Maria Paradise

Helicopter pilot and aviation training professional with experience in commercial flight operations, military aviation, and rotary-wing instruction. Currently serves as an S-76/B-407 Part 135 Line Pilot with Westwind Helicopters and as a UH-72 Pilot with B Co 114th TXANG. Previous roles include Bell-206 and Part 61/141 Helicopter Flight Instructor positions, where he trained pilots in aviation theory, simulator work, and flight operations while maintaining strong safety and military training standards. Brings a solid background in helicopter operations, flight instruction, and mission-focused aviation support across civilian and military environments.