Joe Pettinato

Aviation Student  ·  Private Pilot  ·  Aspiring Commercial Aviator

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About

I'm a private pilot and aviation student at The Ohio State University, working towards a career in commercial aviation. Along with my involvement as the Student Executive Officer of EAA Chapter 283, I'm committed to helping inspire and grow the next generation of aviators. I've helped to build an aviation program at my high school that connects students with industry professionals and allows them opportunities such as seeing numerous aviation professions first-hand or having access to local, discounted flight training. Through the EAA, I also work to introduce local youth to flight at Young Eagles flights and kit-plane build sessions. Beyond the cockpit, I channel my interest in technology into personal projects, including my current undertaking to build a thrust-vectored rocket designed for propulsive landing.

Skills

Aviation
Private Pilot Certificate PPL Earned at Embry-Riddle Pursuing Certificates & Ratings at OSU
Programming
Python JavaScript HTML / CSS C++
Design & Fabrication
Autodesk Fusion 360 3D Printing
Tools & Software
VS Code Microsoft Office Google Workspace
Leadership & Community
EAA Student Exec. Officer Young Eagles Pilot Aviation Youth Advocate Eagle Scout

Projects

Thrust Vectored Rocket

In Progress

A rocket designed to launch and land without parachutes or fins, relying entirely on a thrust vectoring system to maintain stability and execute a propulsive landing — with all flight computations handled in real time by onboard equipment.

Fusion 360 OpenRocket Arduino / C++ Servos & Microcontrollers MATLAB Simulink

Experience & Education

Education

Aviation

Fall 2026 – Present
The Ohio State University

High School Diploma

2026
Wallenpaupack Area High School
  • Magna Cum Laude
  • Aviation coursework — Intro, Private, Instrument
  • Advanced Mathematics through Calculus II
  • Physics I, II & AP Physics C: Mechanics

Private Pilot Certificate Program

Jun – Aug 2025
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Experience

Student Executive Officer

Feb 2026 – Present
EAA Chapter 283
  • Lead chapter operations and coordinate events for the local aviation community
  • Organize Young Eagles flights to introduce youth to aviation firsthand
  • Oversee a high school aviation program connecting students with industry professionals and discounted flight training

Lifeguard

May 2023 – Present
Wallenpaupack Lake Estates — Lake Ariel, PA
  • Monitored patron safety and facility standards for 300+ daily visitors
  • Performed water rescues, first aid, and filed incident reports as needed
  • Resolved patron disputes and maintained a safe, welcoming environment
Achievements

Eagle Scout

May 2026
Boy Scouts of America

Get in Touch

I'm always open to connecting — whether it's about aviation, technology, or opportunities.

contact@jpettinato.xyz
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