Faculty & Staff Directory

Division Administration

 

Faculty

Piloting and Aviation Management

Air Traffic Control

  • Martin Case

    Martin Case

    Associate Professor
    mcase7@alaska.edu
    907-786-7218

  • Michael Moravec
    Mike Moravec

    Michael Moravec

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


    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

    David Helmso

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


    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

    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.


    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

    Wade Weiss

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


    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

    Michael Chamberlain

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


    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

  • Ishmael Cremer
    Ishmael Cremer

    Ishmael Cremer

    Chief Flight Instructor
    iacremer@alaska.edu
    907-786-7200


     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.

  • Paul Deits
    Paul Deits

    Paul Deits

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


    Airline Transport Pilot

    Certified Flight Instructor

    Ground Instructor

    Flight Engineer
     

  • Derk MacPherson
     Derk MacPherson

    Derk MacPherson

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


    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
     Photo of Scott Sebastian, Lead Aircraft Mechanic

    Scott Sebastian

    Assistant Director of Maintenace Flight Ops
    907-786-0414

    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, and a Diamond DA-20 C1.

  • Rania A. Rollin
    Rania Rollin

    Rania A. Rollin

    Lead Aircraft MaintenanceTechnician
    rarollin@alaska.edu

    Rania has experience with both General Aviation and commercial aviation aircraft. She has worked in with Embraer 140 series and 170 series performing heavy maintenance, repairs, and wiring modifications. She currently works with Cessna 172, Piper PA-30/39, Diamond DA-20 C1, and American Champion 8GCBC.


    B.S in Analytics & Computer Info. Systems, Bellevue University

    A.A.S in Aviation 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

  • Bryan Watkin
  • Cassie Martin
  • Dane Leary
  • Ethan Helm
  • Griffin Kellar
  • Jasmine Massingill
  • John Sievert
  • Joseph Pease
  • Joshua Heinig
  • Mark Fitch
  • McKinley Skov
  • Nate Martin
  • Nicole Wollgast
  • Paul Deits
  • Tate Klug

Simulations Unit (ATC & Flight)

  • Bryan Coffey
    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

    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.   


    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.

     

 

Map

Contact

UAA Aviation Technology Division
2811 Merrill Field Drive
Anchorage, AK  99501
United States
Phone: (907) 786-7200
 

Hours

8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday