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Faculty & Staff Directory
Division Administration
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Ishmael Cremer
(Division Director)
Ishmael Cremer
Interim Director
iacremer@alaska.edu
907-786-7211
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.
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Michael Mann
Student Success Advisor
For questions about the Aviation Technology Division, please contact us at 907-786-7250.
Faculty
Piloting and Aviation Management
Air Traffic Control
- Sharon LaRue
Sharon LaRue
Associate Professor
sllarue@alaska.edu
907-786-721810 years as en-route air traffic controller, including oceanic and domestic control. Co-author of the textbook, "A Career in Air Traffic Control".
Master of Adult Education
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Michael 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
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
Professor
lnagy@alaska.edu
907-786-7214Professor 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
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
- Levi Hohl
Levi Hohl
Assistant Professor
lmhohl@alaska.edu
907-786-7208Levi began his aviation maintenance career at a young age out of necessity as a fishing guide in western Alaska. As a graduate of the UAA Aviation Maintenance program, he is thrilled to be back teaching where he was licensed and learned the craft. Levi enjoys flying, fly fishing and all of the incredible places all over Alaska that these pursuits take him.
AAS Aviation Maintenance Technology, BS Technology
FAA Mechanic with Airframe & Powerplant, Inspection Authorization & Private Pilot certificates
U.S.C.G. Merchant Mariner Captains License
- Scott Wasmer
Scott Wasmer
Assistant Professor
sawasmer@alaska.edu
907-786-7213Scott began his career as an aviation maintainer with the US Navy in 1984, where he served as an avionics technician, maintenance controller, and maintenance supervisor. Since leaving the Navy, he has worked in Part 91, 135 and 145 aviation operations, and has served in management roles at both Part 135 and Part 121 airlines, as well as Part 145 repair stations. He has also owned his own Alaskan business specializing in mobile aircraft electrical and avionics maintenance.
Scott is an avid adventurer and a skilled communicator. In his spare time, he enjoys tying flies, writing stories, and venturing into the Alaskan outdoors.
Support Staff
Aviation Maintenance Technology
- 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
- Connor Paulson
Connor Paulson
Lab/Support Technician
ccpaulson@alaska.edu
907-786-7213Connor started his career in aviation maintenance in 2011 and acquired his A&P certificate in 2013. Currently he is employed by the University of Alaska, Aviation Maintenance Technology and works part time as an NDT inspector for Alaskan Aircraft Engines. Connor is also taking classes through UAA Auto Diesel Technology and plans to acquire a Diesel mechanic certificate.
FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificates, Level 2 NDT Inspector
Flight Operations and Flight Instructor List
- Greg Stoddard
Greg Stoddard
Chief Flight Instructor
gestoddard@alaska.edu
907-786-7231Greg took private pilot ground school at UAA and received his pilot certificate in 1984. He been flight instructing for almost thirty years. He currently has nearly 7,000 flight hours, mostly in Alaska. He has flown the 'bush' and has instructed many pilots over the years for various certificates, ratings and endorsements, including float, ski and tail wheel operations and authorizations.
He has been teaching at UAA since 2001 and became Chief Flight Instructor for our FAA part 141 flight school in 2003. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate and Flight Instructor Certificate with Multi-engine and Instrument Airplane Ratings. He is also a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE), operating through the Anchorage area FSDO.
The Professional Piloting program focuses on producing instrument-rated commercial pilots and flight instructors in single and multi-engine airplanes. The vast majority of Greg's flying is done in support of this effort.
Greg owns a Cessna 150 and enjoys flying to off-airport areas when the weather permits and the fish are calling. He has been a ‘Ham Radio’ operator since the age of 9. He also plays several musical instruments and has written many songs. Whether flying or playing instruments, Greg enjoys rising to the challenges they bring.
Airline Transport Pilot: Airplane multiengine land
Commercial privileges airplane single engine land & sea
Flight Instructor: Airplane single and multiengine; instrument airplane
Ground Instructor: Advanced, Instrument
FAA Designated Pilot Examiner: All pilot and instructor certificates/ratings except ATP
- 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
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.
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- Scott Sebastian
Scott Sebastian
Interim Assistant Director of Maintenace Flight Ops
907-786-7225Scott 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.eduRania 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.
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
Mr. Matt Stepp
Mr. Dylan Johnson
Mr. Dane Leary
Mr. Colby Myers
Mr. Cody Davidson
Mr. Cole Thomas
Mr. Joseph Pease
Mr. Clayton Storaska
Mr. Theodore Carlson
Mr. Brian McCall
Simulations Unit (ATC & Flight)
- Bryan Coffey
Bryan Coffey
ATC Instructional Support
bkcoffey@alaska.edu
907-786-7232Bryan 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
907-786-7228Mike 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
Anchorage, AK 99501
United States
Hours
8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday