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"Our company "Aerial Photos
Elite" mission is to exceed our clients' expectations with
regard to quality and service of our aerial photography. It is our
pledge to our customers. I am confident that our expertise and experience
as leaders, our professional education and flight experience, and
our attention to detail in photographing extraordinary aerial pictures
will all contribute immeasurably to "Aerial Photos Elite"
success of pleasing our clients. We look forward to serving your
needs."
D. E. Comparetta, Founder of Aerial Photos Elite
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| About D.E. Comparetta, Founder
of Aerial Photos Elite |
| Aviation-Photography Experience Since 1989 |
| Education: University of West Florida, Pensacola, B.S.
Marketing, Concentration: Finance 1988 |
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- United States Marine Corps (1989-1997) Outstanding service to our
country as a Marine Corps Officer. Successfully served with outstanding
service throughout my military career during my 4 years while on active
duty and 4 years serving in the reserves. Successfully achieved the
rank of Captain. Served on active duty during Desert Storm and while
on active duty was ranked 1 of 12 Lieutenants. Ranked best Lieutenant
encountered in Commanding Officer's 20 years of service and reporting
senior's 17 years of service. After completing active duty service,
I served as a Captain and Commanding Officer of the Marine Aviation
Logistics Squadron 42 Det C. in the United States Marine Corps Reserve |
| Military Awards: Navy Achievement Medal; Navy Unit Commendation
Medal; National Defense Service Medal;Commanding General's Letter
of Appreciation; Expert Rifle (Highest Award); Expert Pistol (Highest
Award) |
Aviation Achievements:
Graduated Private Pilot Course -Pensacola, Florida (December
1989)
ComAir (Delta Airlines) Professional Pilot Course -
1995 - Graduated Top 5% of all students
Commercial Multi-Engine & Single Engine Pilot Rating
(Feb 1995 - Present)
Instrument Rated (Feb 1995 - Present)
FAA Certified Flight Instructor (April 1997 - Present)
FAA Certified Advanced Ground Instructor (Feb 1995 -
Present)
Experienced Flight Instructor (Pensacola Navy Flying
Club, Aiken Air Service) |
Photography Awards:
 Received Judge's Choice Award at PAPA International 2006 Print Competition.
Received PAPA Master Award Points at at PAPA International 2006 Print Competition.
See award-winning prints. |
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| Business Affiliations |
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Member of North Augusta Chamber of Commerce |
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Member of Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association since
1992 |
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Member of Marine Corps Reserve Officers Association
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Corporate Member of Association of the USA |
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Member of the Professional Aerial Photographers Association
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