Division Administration

• Ishmael Cremer (Division Director and Chief Pilot)
  

  Ishmael Cremer

  Interim Director and Chief Flight Instructor
  iacremer@alaska.edu
  907-786-7211

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   Dr. Ishmael Cremer comes with a diverse background in aviation, science, and aeronautical education.  Ishmael earned a Bachelor’s degree in Aeronautical Science at the Florida Institute of Technology (FIT), a Master’s degree in Environmental Science and Engineering at KAUST, and a PhD in Aviation Sciences at FIT.  Ishmael moved into a faculty position within the College of Aeronautics teaching various courses at the undergraduate, graduate, and online level. During his time at Florida Tech he developed the Aviation Environmental Program and was highly involved with the online and international aviation degrees. His research interests have been in Human Factors, Team-Training in Unmanned Aerial Operations, and Aviation Sustainability. Ishmael moved with his family to Anchorage in 2019. He and his wife enjoy exploring Alaska through flying, hiking, camping, scuba diving, and nature photography.

• Leesa Arnes (Senior Academic Advisor)

  Leesa Arnes

  Senior Academic Advisor for

  • Air Traffic Control
  • Professional Piloting
  • Aviation Management
  • Aeronautical Studies

   

  Contact Information:

  907-786-6495 or lmarnes@alaska.edu

  Office Hours:

  Monday- Wednesday
  9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  Friday 9:00 am-Noon

  Hours may be adjusted or extended during priority registration and add/drop.

• Susan Moran (Academic Advisor)
   

  Susan Moran

  Academic Advisor for

  • Aviation Maintenance Technology

   

  Contact Information:

  907-786-6475 or samoran@alaska.edu

  Office Hours:

  Monday- Thursday
  9am-Noon 1:30-4:00pm
  Friday 9am-Noon

  Hours may be adjusted or extended during priority registration and add/drop.

   

• Malia Sebastian (Administrative Assistant)

  Malia Sebastian

  Administrative Assistant
  mgsebastian2@alaska.edu
  907-786-7204

   

• Kimber Amundson (Aviation Records & Operations Support)

  Kimber Amundson

  Aviation Records & Operations Support
  klamundson@alaska.edu
  907-786-7244

 

Faculty

Piloting and Aviation Management

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Air Traffic Control

• Sharon LaRue
  

  Sharon LaRue

  Associate Professor
  sllarue@alaska.edu
  907-786-7218

  10 years as en-route air traffic controller, including oceanic and domestic control. Co-author of the textbook, "A Career in Air Traffic Control".

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  Master of Adult Education

• Michael Moravec
  

  Michael Moravec

  Assistant Professor
  mjmoravec@alaska.edu
  (907) 786-7217

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  M.S. Education Administration, University of Nebraska-Omaha

  B.S. Education, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

  Retired Air Traffic Control Specialist, Federal Aviation Administration

  Anchorage ARTCC, Kansas City ARTCC

  Subject Matter Expert, Lead Instructor for Scientific Applications International Corporation (SAIC)

Aviation Maintenance Technology

• David Helmso
  

  David Helmso

  Assistant Professor
  djhelmso@alaska.edu
  907-786-7223

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  Bachelor of Science, Business Administration / Management

  Associate of Applied Science, Aviation Maintenance Technology

  FAA Private Pilot, Airframe & Powerplant Mechanic certificates

  Air Surveillance / Weapons Control Officer, E-3 Sentry [AWACS] Aircrew, USAF [Retired]

  Docent, Pilot, A&P Mechanic, and Project Volunteer, Alaska Aviation Museum

  Founding Member, A&P Mechanic, and Project Volunteer, Wings of Freedom Aviation Museum

  Member, A&P Mechanic, and Project Volunteer, Commemorative Air Force

  Member, Alaska Airmen Association

   

• Lou Nagy
  

  Lou Nagy

  Professor
  lnagy@alaska.edu
  907-786-7214

  Professor Nagy’s aviation experience covers a wide variety of aircraft flown in Alaska. His specialty areas are business class aircraft and avionics. Professor Nagy has taught a wide range of aviation courses and currently focuses on turbine powered aircraft and electronic/electrical systems.

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  AAS Aviation Maintenance Technology, AAS Electronics Technology, BS Technology, MS Vocational Education

  FAA Mechanic with Airframe & Powerplant, Inspection Authorization, Private Pilot certificates

  FAA Designated Mechanic Examiner

  FCC Radio Telephone license with RADAR endorsement

• Wade Weiss
  

  Wade Weiss

  Assistant Professor
  wweiss6@alaska.edu
  907-786-7209

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  Master of Aeronautical Science – Aviation Aerospace Safety Systems, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

  Bachelor of Science – Mechanical Design Technology, Oklahoma State University

  Airframe and Powerplant Certificate – Aviation Maintenance Technology, University of Alaska Anchorage

   

 

Support Staff

Aviation Maintenance Technology

• Michael Chamberlain
  

  Michael Chamberlain

  Lead Lab Technician
  mrchamberlain@alaska.edu
  907-786-7242

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  FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificates, Inspection Authorization

  NDI qualifications: Magnetic Particle, Dye Penetrant & Eddy Current Inspection

  Adjunct Professor & tutor for maintenance students

  Student Pilot

  State of Alaska Registered Hunting Guide & 25 Ton Masters license for inland waters
   

Flight Operations and Flight Instructor List

• Paul Deits
  

  Paul Deits

  Asst. Chief Flight Instructor
  pdeits@alaska.edu
  907-786-7236

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  Airline Transport Pilot

  Certified Flight Instructor

  Ground Instructor

  Flight Engineer
   

• Derk MacPherson
   

  Derk MacPherson

  Flight Operations Scheduling Officer 
  damacpherson@alaska.edu
  907-786-7251

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  Derk is a long time aviation enthusiast who started his flight training in 1987 in San Diego, CA before enlisting in the US Air Force. After retiring from the USAF he enrolled in the UAA Piloting Program and earned his Private Pilot certificate in 2013.  He has worked as the Flight Operations Scheduling Officer for the UAA Professional Piloting program since 2019 , while also attending UAA to finish his degree in Aviation Technology (Piloting Emphasis). Derk also volunteers with the Civil Air Patrol as the Alaska Wing Director of Operations, helping with Search and Rescue missions, Aerospace Education, and the Cadet Program.

• Scott Sebastian
   

  Scott Sebastian

  Interim Assistant Director of Maintenace Flight Ops
  907-786-7225

  Scott is an FAA Airframe and Powerplant rated mechanic and holds an FAA Inspection Authorization. He has worked with numerous types of general aviation aircraft. Scott has worked in Part 135 operations up to and including the job of Director of Maintenance. He currently works with Cessna 172, Piper PA-30/39, Diamond DA-20 C1, and Tecnam P2006T airframes.Associate of Applied

• Rania A. Rollin
  

  Rania A. Rollin

  Technician
  rarollin@alaska.edu

  Rania has worked with both general aviation and commercial aviation aircraft. She has worked in with Embraer 140 series and 170 series aircraft doing heavy maintenance, repair, and overhaul. She currently works with Cessna 172, Piper PA-30/39, Diamond DA-20 C1, and Tecnam P2006T airframes.

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  Associate of Applied Science in Aircraft Maintenance, Texas State Technical College-West Texas.

  FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate.

Flight Instructor List

Please contact (907) 786-7251 to reach our flight instructors

• Ishmael Cremer
• Paul Deits
• Dylan Johnson
• Dane Leary
• Colby Meyers
• Cody Davidson
• Wilson Stinecipher
• Annika Hansen
• Caleb Harms
• Theodore Carlson
• Cassie Martin
• Ryan Nelson
• Bryan Watkin
• Catheline Leoni
• Mark Fitch
• Nicole Wollgast
• Joseph Pease

Simulations Unit (ATC & Flight)

• Bryan Coffey
  

  Bryan Coffey

  ATC Instructional Support
  bkcoffey@alaska.edu
  907-786-7232

  Bryan has always had a passion for aviation and enjoys his work in the Aviation Technology Division.  After spending 10 years in Alaska he calls it his other home, his first home being New Zealand where he was raised.  When not working for the University he enjoys travelling the world.
   

• Michael Workman
  

  Michael Workman

  Simulation/IT Engineer
  mcworkman@alaska.edu
  907-786-7228

  Mike began his career as an aviation maintenance technician for 13 years prior to coming to UAA.  He was hired by UAA in 2003 to oversee and maintain the Aviation Technology Division's simulation and IT operations.  He was part of the ADS-B Capstone team for 5 years, heading up handheld cockpit device and iridium research.  In that role, he also served as the designated ADS-B maintenance trainer for FAA and industry participants involved in the capstone program.  Mike also supports the Flight Operations Maintenance team in a variety of capacities.   

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  Colorado Aero Tech, UAA and specialized training with Honeywell, Frasca, UFA, Garmin, Rockwell Collins, General Dynamics, Chelton, Bendix King, Microsoft, Cisco, and Hewlett Packard.

  FAA Airframe & Powerplant, Private Pilot and FCC certificates.