With more than 30 years of experience as a professional pilot, Joe Fragione is certified and accredited by the FAA and other well-respected and renowned aviation institutions in the world. He has also earned various accreditations throughout his professional career to include FAA Commercial Instrument Helicopter, FAA Flight Instructor Helicopter/Instrument Helicopter, and FAA Medical Class II, as well as attending various educational, safety, and pilot training programs with Northeast Helicopters, Inc., Robinson Helicopter Co., The Helicopter Institute, and Bell Helicopter Textron. Joe served in the United States Air Force from 1966-1970 as a Sergeant Munitions Crew Chief and Sergeant Instructor for the Wings Munitions Lead Team.