John (JJ) Briggs

He’s an experienced helicopter pilot - ready for any misson.

John (JJ) Briggs is a Professional Aviator who has served as both flight commander and educator with a decorated history demonstrating his dedication to safety and success. To learn about his decorated performance under pressure see The Distinguished Flying Cross citation.

Total Flight Time 2,413
Total PIC 1772
Rotary PIC 1694
Turbine Helicopter 2334
Instrument 272
Cross-Country 1761
Aided (NVG) Night 300
Unaided Night 228

JJ specializes in search and rescue, human external cargo, hoisting shipboard, and mountain operations while bringing a focused, level-headed, and service-oriented sensibility to every project.

Selected CV

PIC and Instructor Pilot experienced in Search and Rescue (SAR), helicopter hoisting/Human External Cargo (HEC), shipboard operations, Urban Search and Rescue (USAR), mountain flying, and short-haul cargo. Accumulated hundreds of hours leading crews in the most challenging seas, surf, mountains, and cliffs. Author of operational TTPs and dedicated to promoting safety and continuous development.
Coming soon. Completion in October 2023.
Hoist operator and SAR aircrew member/instructor. Promoted to lead fleet standardization and drove procedural development used today by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Academically educated, honed through experience - adept at driving enterprise success and fostering growth.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University graduate with honors. The foundation for a successful professional aviation career.
Manage and coordinate the deployment of Homeland Security, DoD, OGA, and state aircraft in response to natural disasters including Hurricanes Harvey, Doran, and the California Winter Storms of 2022 to ensure effective and timely disaster relief.