He was a member of the famed Blue Diamonds, and a combat ready fighter and trainer pilot.

Further, in line with environmental protection, he is an ex officio member of the Philippine Eagle Foundation.

Over the years of dedicated service in the Philippine Air Force, he garnered several awards and decorations, in recognition of his professionalism and outstanding contribution and was assigned to different key sensitive positions up the ladder until he assumed position as the 24th Commanding General of the Philippine Air Force on November 29, 1996, until 1999.

On August 29, 2012, Hotchkiss was appointed as director general of the Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP), ending a two-month stint as a mere director and officer in charge of an agency vital to aviation reforms.

Further, in line with environmental protection, he is an ex officio member of the Philippine Eagle Foundation.