John Butler
About John Butler
John Butler serves as the Chief Pilot and Director of Aviation at Transamerica, a position he has held since 2015. With over 7,000 hours of flight experience and a background in both fixed and rotary wing aircraft, he has established a significant career in aviation.
Work at Transamerica
John Butler has served as the Chief Pilot and Director of Aviation at Transamerica since 2015. He operates Citations for domestic support of company officials, ensuring safe and efficient travel. His role encompasses overseeing aviation operations and managing flight schedules. Based in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa area, Butler has contributed to the aviation department for over nine years.
Education and Expertise
John Butler holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he studied from 2005 to 2011. He also studied Engineering at the University of Iowa from 1986 to 1990. His training includes extensive flight safety education, covering initial and recurrent training for various aircraft types. He specializes in ATP Fixed and Rotary Wing Aircraft, MEII.
Background
Before joining Transamerica, John Butler worked as Chief Pilot at Whirlpool Corporation from 2006 to 2015. He has a military background, having served in the US Army as a CW-2 pilot for UH-1 and UH-60 helicopters from 1990 to 1994. His aviation career began at the age of 12, leading to a diverse range of flying experiences.
Flight Experience
John Butler has accumulated over 7,000 hours of flight experience across various aircraft, including G-550s and Skybolt open cockpit bi-planes. He has 1,500 hours of helicopter flight time and is proficient in operating multiple aircraft types such as SK76, CE-650, DA-50/900EX, GIV, DA-2000Easy, and G-550. His extensive experience enhances his capabilities as a pilot.
Professional Training
John Butler has undergone comprehensive training at Flight Safety, focusing on initial and recurrent training for various aircraft models from 1997 to 2011. He also participated in the WOFT program, where he received rotary wing flight training from 1991 to 1992. This training has equipped him with the skills necessary to operate a wide range of aircraft safely.