ABOUT ME

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Thank  you for taking the time to review my credentials. My name is Wendy Alli  and I live in the Tampa Bay area in the great state of Florida! I have a degree in Unmanned Vehicle Operations for air, land, and maritime systems. 

Being a FAA-certified drone pilot entails more than just taking, and passing, a test. The UAS field requires one of the most important things -  thorough knowledge of FAA regulations and keeping up with today's  ever-growing technology and laws. The UVSO degree has instilled in me everything needed for success in the industry. I have also been in IT most of my life and know how important it is!

I am an FAA Part 107 Certified Remote Pilot ready to use my skills after graduating in May 2025! Please use the contact form below to get in touch if you have a position open, or have questions! I am not strictly set on a position in the state of Florida. I am willing to travel and/or move.

 Pasco-Hernando State College:

Associates Degree in Unmanned Vehicle Systems Operation

• UAS (Unmanned Aerial Systems)
• UMS (Unmanned Maritime Systems)
• UGS (Unmanned Ground Systems)

Additional Studies Within Degree:

Engineering

• PLC Programming
• Motors and Controls
• Electronics

Aviation & Drones

• Pilot Theory
• Aviation Meteorology
• Intro & Advanced Unmanned Vehicles
• Aerial Photography & Videography
• Aviation Safety & Human Factors
• Remote Sensing
• GIS
• Digital Video Fundamentals
• Unmanned Vehicles System Security & Ethical Hacking

GPA: 4.0

Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service:

•  Cybersecurity for Everyone - FEMA National Emergency Response and Recovery Training Center certificate 
•  Network Security for Homes and Small Businesses - FEMA National Emergency Response and Recovery Training Center certificate
•  Information Security Basics - FEMA National Emergency Response and Recovery Training Center certificate
• Workplace Security Awareness - FEMA National Disaster & Emergency Management University 

Other Certificates:

• Boating Safety Course - NASBLA
• European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) A1/A3 certificate (Switzerland)
• US Coast Guard Paddlesports Safety Certificate

I have been flying drones for 3 years with a mixture of recreational flights, videography assignments, searches, and more. 

Mule Search  (Yes, you read that right!)

One  of my experiences was using thermal to find a mule that was missing in Hernando County, Florida. With permission from the Division of Forestry, a search via drone ensued.

Roof Inspection

I performed roof inspections after hurricane Helene to assess damage or compromises to the roof, roof structure, and shingles.

College Photogrammetry/Videography Assignments

• Use drone to inspect vegetation for anomalies such as lack of water (dry areas), fertilization needs, etc. 
• Campus mapping
• 5-minute (minimum) documentary where I chose to discuss the DJI ban
• 60-second commercial advertising PHSC's UVSO program (View in my videography section)

T3 UAV

My internship with T3 UAV consisted of a lot of video and photo editing. The photo editing was done in Adobe Photoshop. 

Feld Entertainment, Inc./NBC Sports

I assisted the FPV drone pilot at the Tampa Supercross race. I received 22 hours of my internship assisting with setup, dismantle, and spotting the drone while making sure the signal to the broadcast trailer was not lost. My VO responsibilities were numerous: Observe the drone, retrieve it from an on-track employee had it went down (it didn't), keep attendees away from the launch area/ landing zone, retrieve and reset the drone upon landing, while making sure the area was clear. I also had to notify the RPIC of racer positions.

Experienced with the Following Drones:

• Skydio X2
• Parrot Anafi AI
• Parrot Anafi USA
• Parrot Anafi USA Gov
• Teal Golden Eagle
• DJI Mini 3 Pro (my personal drone)
• DJI Phantom 4
• DJI Mavic 3 Pro Cine (my personal drone)

Not all pilots fly in the air! My maritime course presented the opportunity to pilot underwater ROVs in different maritime conditions, including harsh. This helped to understand boating, the seas,  winds, weather, and more! I was also tested for swimming  capabilities and made to tread water for 36 minutes. I'm still here! The majority of my experience with underwater ROVs comes from operating the Chasing M2. If any companies out there are looking to hire a female underwater ROV operator , I  would be very interested! Unfortunately, I found many companies will not allow women on ships/boats occupied mainly by men. I was told that I would more than likely need to gain employment with a research company. Whether it be a research company that goes overseas or an inspection company, I'd love to apply! 

• Chasing M2 (my personal ROV)
• Chasing M2S
• Chasing Gladius Mini S
• Qysea Fifish V6 Expert