With many years of excellence to his credit as a pilot, Mr. Hicks has found success as a jet instructor pilot and check airman with Cirrus Aircraft. Among his responsibilities, he trains clients on how to properly and safely utilize their equipment. Additionally, he is a member of the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

Before starting his private career, Mr. Hicks served honorably in the United States Navy for eight years. Following the conclusion of his duties, he worked as a flight instructor for various companies and flew as an airline pilot, after which he became an adjunct professor of meteorology for Christian Brothers University in Memphis. Mr. Hicks subsequently maintained involvement as an adjunct professor of geology for Central Texas College.

Well-qualified in his field, he is a certified personal trainer, flight instructor, multi-engine instructor and airline transport pilot.