JAMES M. WILHITE
40 Grove Road North Valsayn, Trinidad and Tobago  868.662.5165  jwilhite@aviation.co.tt
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Aviation professional possessing 20+ years of progressive aviation experience. Excels at analyzing, developing
and executing innovative project solutions to meet operational requirements. Recognized leader in identifying
support and life-cycle operating issues for new programs. Possesses proven ability to implement new programs
from concept to implementation. Successful leader, recognized for effectively coordinating complex
assignments that yielded timely and positive results. Exemplary record in streamlining processes and delivering
multi-million dollar contracts through operational excellence and meeting readiness goals. Provide conscientious
coordination of personnel, comprehensive technical and regulatory expertise, meticulous maintenance of
schedules and reports, and an unmatched commitment to total operational success.
PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Bristow Caribbean Limited (Bristow Group) - Various Locations
Manager (08/12 to 03/13)
1978 to 2013
Provided support to TT Air Guard Program on an as needed basis.
Air Guard Program Manager (01/11 to 08/12)
Established a dedicated unit to support AW139 helicopters for search and rescue, surface surveillance, law
enforcement, drug interdiction and disaster relief operations for Trinidad and Tobago Air Guard. Managed
contract that included extensive training, flying operations, flight training, engineering and logistical support
services while adhering to CAA and international regulations.
 Responsible for the day-to-day management of the contract and all management responsibilities.
Suriname Country Manager (10/10 to 01/11)
Provided complete managerial support to oil and gas contract in Suriname. Acted as contract liaison between
customer and Bristow. Responsible for successful set up, start up, and implementation of the contract.
Organized staff, logistics, operations, and training.
 Established and operated two AW139 helicopters for exploration contract.
Projects Manager (01/08 to 01/11)
Responsible for main project negotiations and realization of AgustaWestland's Trinidad and Tobago Air Guard
Medium Twin Helicopter Project. Contract encompassed establishing a dedicated unit to operate AW139
helicopters in support of search and rescue, surface surveillance, law enforcement, drug interdiction and
disaster relief operations. Resolved certification problems and developed enhancements. Coordinated the
response to audit findings and recommendations for AOC. Worked closely with superiors to provide a
comprehensive risk management process and ensured risks are identified, along with evaluating existing internal
control’s ability to mitigate the impact and likelihood of occurrence of the identified risks. Providing
recommendations for continued enhancement in international practices.
 Performed audits of external international operations as needed.
 Planned and executed audits to assess controls, operational efficiencies and compliance with selected
policies, procedures and regulations.
Managing Director (01/95 to 01/08)
Grew operations from 3 to 15 ships and from 1 to multiple long-term contractual operations. Ensured
a flawless facility move from Galeota to TTPP without any interruptions of service. Managed $200MM
in inventory, 200+ employees, and union negotiations. Customers included major oil companies;
awarded multiple citations for operations excellence.
 Spearheaded initial contract negotiations with AgustaWestland for MTH TTAG Contract.
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JAMES M. WILHITE
40 Grove Road North Valsayn, Trinidad and Tobago  868.662.5165  jwilhite@aviation.co.tt
 Solicited, retained, expanded and managed contracts for new and established oil and gas customers.
Pilot Examiner/General Manager (01/88 to 01/95)
Supervised assigned Pilots, Engineers, and all operations personnel. Responsible for conducting safe day to day
flight operations. Produced and maintained required and optional TTCAA Operations Manuals, obtaining TTCAA
AOC.
 Organized operation to comply with regulation changes (ICAO) and liaised with TTCAA.
 Responsible for TTCAA operational audits.
Line Pilot (01/81 to 01/88)
Operated B212 and B412 helicopters transporting offshore workers, materials and supplies to and from various
oil and gas platforms throughout the Mediterranean Sea and Gulf of Suez.
Lead Pilot/Training Captain OHI Bristow Group
1978 - 1981
Gulf of Mexico
Survey Pilot Roberts Aircraft
1976 – 1978
Game Management for Division of Wildlife, Colorado
Power Line Management, Tucson Gas and Electric, Arizona
Geological Survey
Underslung Load Construction
Operated in all environments from -40° to +40°
-Sea Level to 14, 400’+
Education+:
Stanford University sponsored High School Mathematics/Languages
San Jose State University—Engineering
United States Army Rotary Wing Pilot Course 68-13
Republic of Vietnam, 1st Airmobile Cavalry Division 68-69
North Texas State University—Philosophy/Psychology (4.0)
Aviation Safety and Security Program–University of Southern California Graduate 1287
Mini MBA – Falconbury Business Seminars
Mentoring, Leadership, SMS Seminars Inter Alia
ISO Lead Auditor Accreditation (working)
CONTINUING EDUCATION/TRAINING
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IS-BAO Accredited Auditor FW/RW Operations/Maintenance
Corporate Governance and Compliance—Arthur Lok Graduate School of Business
ISO Lead Auditor Accreditation
Nigel Bauer Quality Management and Quality Auditing
Aviation Safety and Security Program–University of Southern California Graduate 1287
Mini MBA – Falconbury Business Seminars
Mentoring, Leadership, SMS Seminars Inter Alia
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JAMES M. WILHITE
40 Grove Road North Valsayn, Trinidad and Tobago  868.662.5165  jwilhite@aviation.co.tt
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
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USA FAA Airline Transport Pilot Unrestricted: Endorsed Bell 212, Sikorsky S-76
USA FAA, Commercial Flight Instructor Instrument Helicopter
Bermudan Airline Transport Pilot- B204/ 205/ 206/ 212
Arab Republic of Egypt Airline Transport Pilot Unrestricted– 205/ 206/ 212
Arab Republic of Egypt – Type Rating Examiner/ Type Rating Instructor/Instrument Rating Instructor (All
Bell Helicopter Series)—Unrestricted Examiner Privileges
Trinidad and Tobago Airline Transport Pilot (H) No. 402247 endorsed Bell 212/412
Trinidad and Tobago Instrument Rating
Trinidad and Tobago – Type Rating Examiner/ Type Rating Instructor/Instrument Rating
Examiner/Instrument Instructor
English (Native Language); Spanish (Castilian); Arabic (Rudimentary); Trini (Fluent)
US Citizen with Trinidad and Tobago Residency
Helicopter Types:
TH-55, Bell 47G, 204 (Series) fixed gear/flotation, 205 (Series) fixed gear/flotation, 206 (Series), 212 (Series) NB
Honored by Bell Helicopters for 10,000 hours accident free in 212 type, 412 (Series), Hu 300 (Series), 500
(Series), SK76, H23, H23J, SA341G, SA360 fixed gear/tricycle, SA365c.. All Accident Free. AS350/AW139
Operational Oversight
Honors and Awards:
Distinguished Flying Cross Valor w/ OLC, Bronze Star, Air Medal w/ 30 Denotation, Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry
w/ SS, Unit Citations, Presidential Unit Citations, Inter Alia
Societies and Memberships:
Distinguished Flying Cross Society—Lifetime Member,
Marine Memorial Club—Lifetime Member
Combat Helicopter Pilots Association—Lifetime Member
Veterans of Foreign Wars—Lifetime Member
Native Sons of the Golden West
Board of Director Posts
Past
Mayaro Guayaguayare Community School
Bristow Caribbean Limited
Present
Susurrus Aviation Limited
Distinguished Flying Cross Society
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JAMES M. WILHITE
40 Grove Road North Valsayn, Trinidad and Tobago  868.662.5165  jwilhite@aviation.co.tt
Languages:
English (Native Language)
Spanish (Castilian)
Arabic (Rudimentary)
Trini (Fluent)
Strategic Operations of Aircraft and People Management/Motivation Forte, Excellent People and
Communications Skills. Compliance and Aviation Consultancy. Excellent Customer Inter-action Skills. Lived and
worked in USA, Mexico, Vietnam, Egypt, Thailand, Spain, Trinidad & Tobago, Suriname, …travelled extensively.
At home in multi-cultural environments. Computer Literate.
US Citizen with Trinidad and Tobago Residency
Recommendations Available on Request:
Mr. Ramesh Lutchmedial
Director General
Trinidad & Tobago Civil Aviation Authority
Mr. Kimchand Rampaul
Chairman of the Board
Trinidad & Tobago Civil Aviation Authority
Mr. William “Bill” Chiles
Chief Executive Officer
Bristow Group
Contact Information:
H/O (868) 662-5165
M (868) 680-6111
F (868) 663-0582
USA (415) 596-2303 NB Functional when Traveling North/South America
Skype USA (415) 513-0048
Skype UK 01144 (0) 1316187107
jwilhite@aviation.co.tt
jmwilhite@me.com
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