Mercedes Disinger
Delphi
Summary
Certified Flight Instructor with a strong passion for severe weather, aviation, photography, and public education. Experienced in interpreting weather products for flight operations, documenting severe weather events through photography and video, and communicating complex weather concepts in an accessible way. Eager to continue developing storm chasing experience while contributing to severe weather documentation and public safety.
Overview
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Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Storm Chaser
Self-employeed
Delphi
2026 - Current
- Participated in multiple severe weather intercepts throughout Indiana and surrounding states.
- Documented severe weather through photography and live video.
- Shared educational weather content through social media and livestreams.
Certified Flight Instructor
Purdue Aviation, LLC
West Lafayette
07.2025 - Current
- Instructed students on flight techniques and aviation regulations.
- Evaluated student performance via flight simulations and practical exercises.
- Debriefed students post-flights to address issues and clarify concepts.
- Interpreted aviation weather reports to assess and determine safe flying conditions, ensuring informed decision-making.
- Maintained records of all training activities including maintenance logs, pilot log books, and other documents as required by FAR Part 61 and 141 regulations.
Airplane Cleaner/Aircraft Detailer
Purdue Aviation, LLC
West Lafayette
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of aircraft interiors and exteriors.
- Adhered to company standards for cleanliness and safety in all operations.
- Inspected cleaning supplies and reported shortages to management promptly.
Photographer
Self-employeed
Delphi
2019 - Current
- Photograph aviation events, aircraft, and community events.
- Document severe weather, including thunderstorms and storm structure.
- Produce edited photo and video content for social media platforms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Delphi Community High School
Delphi, IN06-2024
Skills
- Flight instruction
- Aviation regulations
- Safety compliance
- Weather analysis
- Flight safety
- Aviation weather analysis
- Weather forecasting
- Content creation
- Photo editing
Certification
- Private Pilot Certificate - Purdue Aviation, LLC 2024
- Commercial Pilot Certificate - Purdue Aviation, LLC 2025
- Certified Flight Instructor Certificate - Purdue Aviation, LLC 2025
- Commercial Multi-Engine Certificate - Purdue Aviation, LLC 2025
Timeline
Certified Flight Instructor
Purdue Aviation, LLC
07.2025 - Current
Airplane Cleaner/Aircraft Detailer
Purdue Aviation, LLC
10.2024 - Current
Independent Storm Chaser
Self-employeed
2026 - Current
Photographer
Self-employeed
2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Delphi Community High School