
Grayson Bertaina
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About me
MIT AeroAstro | Zing CIO | CFII/MEI, Charter Pilot
Education

Seabreeze High School
2017 - 2021AICE Diploma Advanced International Certificate of Education Program 4.71 W / 4.00 UW
Daytona State College
2019 - 2021Associate of Arts - AA 4.00 W/Honors
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
2021 - 2025Bachelor of Science - BS Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering 4.7 GPA / 5.0Activities and Societies: MIT Flying Club - President MIT Department of Aeronautics and Astronautics Class of '25
Experience

Gray AerialVisual LLC
Aug 2015 - Mar 2022Owner, CEOI started a business at the age of 12 that I ran until pausing operations in March 2022. I am proficient in multiple coding languages and at industry-level in web development operations. I also do Real Estate Aerial Photography and videography. https://grayaerialvisual.com

Georgian Inn Beach Club
Mar 2020 - Oct 2021Software AdministratorAs software administrator for the Georgian Inn, I selected a new property management system, oversaw its custom development for our needs, and led the implementation on property. In this position, I also conducted photography, marketing, and media management for the hotel.

Zing Drone Solutions
Nov 2020 - nowAs the Chief Innovation Officer at Zing Drone Solutions, I am responsible for driving the company's growth through innovative ideas and technology. My role involves leading the development and implementation of cutting-edge technology solutions for drone delivery services, as well as identifying and evaluating new opportunities for growth.I work closely with the executive team and other stakeholders to design and develop new products and services, manage R&D activities, and lead the company's patent and IP strategy. Collaboration with external partners and customers is also key in identifying new business opportunities. Show less
Chief Innovation Officer
Feb 2023 - nowChief Operations Officer
Jan 2022 - Mar 2023Head of Flight Operations
Nov 2020 - Jan 2022

FlyHdg360
Aug 2021 - nowCertified Flight Instructor + Commercial Pilot - FreelanceI started FlyHdg360 in August 2021 as a resource for pilots of all levels and to provide flight instruction services to students in the Boston area. The website wiki is an ongoing project. See my profile at https://flyhdg360.com/learntofly.

MIT AeroAstro
Oct 2021 - May 2022Undergraduate Research - Flight Deck Prototyping UROPAs an undergraduate UROP participant, I applied my knowledge as a CertifiedFlight Instructor (CFI) and experienced flight simulator user to assist in the development andimplementation of pilot control feedback systems, procedures, and simulation.

AVIER Flight School
Jan 2022 - Jan 2024Certified Flight Instructor (CFII/MEI)I'm delivering flight instruction to students utilizing Avier's fleet of Diamond, Cirrus, and Piper aircraft.

Gulfstream Aerospace
May 2022 - Aug 2022Flight Operations InternWorking in the Gulfstream Flight Operations department to enhance methods, improve systems, and work with the flight operations team to streamline daily operations.

FLYCORP AVIATION LLP
Jun 2022 - Aug 2022Certified Flight Instructor (CFII/MEI)I'm teaching the instrument rating course under Part 61 and Part 141 to students in the Savannah area.

Aero Charter New England
Sept 2023 - nowCommercial PilotOperating CFR Part 91 flights in the Piper Navajo Chieftain and the King Air E90.

Tech Flight Corp
Feb 2024 - nowChief Flight InstructorI've stepped into a formal role with Tech Flight Corp as the Chief Flight Instructor. In this role, I am working to standardize training and currency, improve safety, and move the club forward following the acquisition of a new aircraft.
Licenses & Certifications
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Power BI Essential Training
LinkedInJun 2022 - View certificate

Gold Seal Certified Flight Instructor - (CFII/MEI)
Federal Aviation AdministrationAug 2021 
Engineering Entrepreneurship Certificate
MIT School of EngineeringApr 2025
Advanced Ground Instructor & Instrument Ground Instructor
Federal Aviation Administration
Part 107 Certificate
Federal Aviation AdministrationMay 2019
Airline Transport Pilot - A320 Type Rating, SF-50 Type Rating
Federal Aviation AdministrationAug 2024
Commercial Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, Multi Engine Rating
Federal Aviation AdministrationMar 2020- View certificate

Social and Behavioral Research Investigators
CITI ProgramOct 2023 - View certificate

NAFI Master Flight Instructor
National Association of Flight InstructorsAug 2025
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Grayson BertainaVolusia County Medallion of Excellence Daytona Beach News Journal Feb 2021 I was selected as one of the 2021 graduating seniors for the High School Medallion of Excellence in Volusia County, FL. This award indicates a high level of academic achievement, community participation, and leadership ability in the local community.
- Awarded to Grayson BertainaMeritorious Service Award Civil Air Patrol Dec 2020 Issued for performance significantly beyond duties of the assigned role/task in the role of Cadet Commander, Ormond Beach Composite Squadron, FL-049.
- Awarded to Grayson BertainaNational Merit Commended Scholar College Board - National Merit Scholarship Corporation Sep 2020
Volunteer Experience
President
Issued by MIT Flying Club on Aug 2021
Associated with Grayson BertainaCadet Commander
Issued by Civil Air Patrol on Aug 2015
Associated with Grayson Bertaina
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