Preston Boline
About Preston Boline
Preston Boline is a skilled LUH-72 A&P Mechanic currently employed at Amentum in Fort Polk, Louisiana. He has extensive experience in aviation maintenance and operations, having served in various roles within the United States Air Force and other organizations since 2002.
Work at Amentum
Preston Boline has been employed at Amentum as a LUH-72 A&P Mechanic since 2021. His role involves maintaining and repairing the LUH-72 aircraft, ensuring operational readiness and safety. He works at the Fort Polk location in Louisiana, contributing to the aviation maintenance team with his technical skills and experience.
Education and Expertise
Preston Boline holds an Associate of Applied Science in Aviation Operations, which supports his technical skills in aviation maintenance. He studied at the Community College of the Air Force, achieving an Associate of Science in Aviation Maintenance Technology/Technician and another in Instructor of Technology and Military Science. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Science at American Military University, expected to complete in 2025. His expertise includes Electronic Warfare and Operational Planning.
Background
Preston Boline has a diverse background in aviation and military service. He served in the United States Air Force from 2002 to 2014, holding various positions including UH-1N Flight Engineer/Operations Superintendent and Turboshaft Propulsion Craftsman. His experience spans multiple locations, including F.E. Warren AFB in Wyoming and Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, Japan. He has also worked as an Aircraft Mechanic at Kay and Associates, Inc. and M1 Support Services.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to his current role, Preston Boline worked in various capacities within the aviation industry. He served as a Turboshaft Propulsion Lead Instructor at AMERICAN SYSTEMS in 2015 and held positions as an Aircraft Mechanic II (UH-60) and Aircraft Mechanic I at Kay and Associates, Inc. His experience also includes a brief role as an Automotive Technician at Walmart in 2015.
Military Training and Instruction
Preston Boline has significant experience in military training and instruction. He worked as a Career Enlisted Aviators Rotary-wing Fundamentals Instructor from 2012 to 2014, where he taught and mentored personnel in rotary-wing aviation. His leadership roles in the United States Air Force demonstrate his ability to manage and instruct in complex aviation operations.