Jon joined the LTR team in May of 2026 with a medical and aviation background. Jon started out in the Alaska Army National Guard as a combat medic, allowing him the unique opportunity to work in civilian and military medicine. Jon served as an EMT for the state of Alaska during the COVID-19 pandemic, assisting the state in treating the most vulnerable citizens. Jon volunteered to work with FEMA during New York’s state of emergency in 2022, transporting critical patients hundreds of miles across the state. Jon transitioned his career to pursue his interest in aviation. Jon was selected to attend the Army’s highly rigorous and competitive flight program. Jon is a current and qualified CH-47F Chinook pilot for the Alaska Army National Guard. Jon is experienced in flying in Alaska’s complex terrain and unpredictable weather conditions.
When Jon is not working at LTR he enjoys flying, camping, hiking, skiing, fishing, and golfing. Jon is a born and raised Alaskan and loves being outdoors.
Certifications
Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians- EMT-1/Alaska EMT-1
Basic Parachutist Badge- Airborne
Air Assault Badge
Pathfinder Badge
Aviator Badge
Survive Evade Resist Escape- SERE-C (High Risk)
Tower Climbing & Rescue