Big news alert! Let's give a standing ovation to Hailey, our amazing (and occasionally sassy, especially if you're behind on ground school) office manager, who just graduated from UNR with a degree in Geography! Hailey, you've been juggling office duties, moving, vacation planning, killing plants, keeping the instructors and students in line, and helping us navigate through maps and paperwork like a pro, and now you've added a college degree to your impressive repertoire! From answering phone calls, taking flight, to decoding sectional charts, Hailey does it all with a smile and a sprinkle of sass, making our office a brighter and more efficient place to be. We couldn't be prouder of your hard work and dedication, Hailey—you truly deserve this moment in the spotlight! Go enjoy the beautiful beaches of Hawaii, we will have a stack on your desk when you get back.
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Say cheese, because we've got some exciting news to capture! Cody Sbranti, UNR grad, full-time photographer, Air Force Veteran, and early morning fishing enthusiast, just took his first solo flight at KRNO, runway 17L, in N37JA! Cody's not just a pro behind the camera lens—he's also dedicated to his studies and finding time to soar to new heights in the sky! With each click of the camera and each solo flight, Cody's passion for adventure and learning shines brighter than ever. His commitment to mastering the art of aviation while balancing his academic and professional pursuits is truly commendable. Let's give a round of applause to Cody for his hard work and determination, both in the air and on the ground. And a huge shoutout to his CFI, Alex Spencer, for guiding him through this incredible milestone! Congratulations, Cody—your aviation journey is just getting started, and we can't wait to see where your wings take you next!
Jackpot alert! Let's shuffle the deck and deal out some well-deserved congratulations to Kevin Marshall for leveling up to CFII status! From his very first flight at GBA to mastering the skies with his private, instrument, commercial, CFI and now CFII, Kevin's journey has been nothing short of a royal flush. Let’s not forget Kevin’s pretty impressive GBA line tech skills, too 😁 With a poker face that could rival the pros, he's shown us time and again that he's all in when it comes to chasing his aviation dreams. His success so far is a testament to his unwavering dedication and impressive skill set. Here's to you, Kevin, and the ace up your sleeve as you deal your way to even greater heights in your aviation career! And of course, a huge shoutout to his CFII, Richard Brong, for helping him stack the deck in his favor!
Anchors aweigh for Brendan O'Brien, as he took flight solo today at KRNO, runway 17L, in N328ME! Brendan's dedication to his dream of becoming a Navy pilot is as solid as the aircraft carrier that he will one day land on, and today's solo flight marks a significant milestone on his journey to soaring through the skies in service of his country. Brendan, your determination and hard work are setting sail for greatness, and we're all on board to support you 100%! Keep aiming high, Brendan, and soon you'll be cruising through the clouds like a true Navy ace! And a hearty salute to his exceptional CFI, Grant Muzzio, for navigating him through this remarkable flight path!
What's faster than a downhill skier? Makaela Wallace soloing in the skies! Today, Makaela traded in her ski poles for wings as she soared through the skies solo at KSPZ, runway 06 in N328ME! From the slopes to the stratosphere, Makaela is carving her path with the finesse of a seasoned ski racer, showing us that she's not just a downhill dynamo but also a high-flying aviator extraordinaire! Despite commuting in from the mountains, Makaela's dedication to her ski racing, ground study, flight training, and school is truly slope-tacular! As she blitzes through the clouds, shredding the sky like fresh powder, Makaela proves that with determination and grit, there's no peak too high to conquer! Let's give a round of applause to Makaela on this monumental milestone! And a tip of the ski hat to her CFIs, Trey Casini and Eric Harned, for guiding her down the runway of success! Here's to Makaela's bright future in both the skies and on the slopes!
You’re probably asking yourself, “Wait a second… haven’t we seen this guy before?” And the answer is, “Yes, you have!” That’s right everyone, GBA’s most recent pilot of the month, Zachary Colton, is officially a private pilot! If you couldn’t already tell, Zach is a pretty amazing guy. From racing cars, dabbling with some 3D modeling, hacking into the mainframe (he’s good with computers), and being a loving father and husband, Zach is quite the impressive individual… And what better achievement to add onto that list than Private Pilot! Naturally, after eating his good luck sushi the night before, Zach came into his checkride with a cool and level head. And since Zach is one of the most humble guys you’ll ever meet and would never say any of this himself, we’ll brag for him by saying that, “Zach displayed what it truly means to be a safe and competent pilot here in the Sierra Nevada and he absolutely crushed his checkride!” Huge round of applause for Zach and his partner in crime, CFI Alex Spencer, for reaching this incredible milestone! Now take a breather and celebrate!
Hold onto your lightly salted peanuts, folks, because we've got some fly news to share! Let's give a thunderous applause to GBA Pilot and Southwest supervisor Cory Kleidosty for earning his Commercial Pilot Certificate today! With his skills soaring higher than a 737, Cory's hard work and dedication have propelled him to new heights in the aviation world. Cory has been part of the GBA family for a few years as he finished his college degree, earned other certificates and ratings, and juggled a full-time job (plus). He even managed to propose to the love of his life, Sydney, right next to N40RF—now that's what we call a high-flying romance! Watching Cory progress through life and work toward his aviation dreams has been nothing short of awe-inspiring. As a Reno local and UNR graduate, Cory's flying abilities are simply plane amazing! And with his wedding coming up this summer, it seems like the celebrations just keep on taking off! Here's to many more smooth landings and sky-high achievements ahead, Cory! And let's not forget to give a huge shoutout to his CFI, Nathan Morin, for being his wingman throughout the journey. Oh, and did we mention? Cory's not done with checkrides just yet—CFI is coming up right around the corner!
Today at KRNO, we witnessed Ian Barry's epic solo in N752DW on runway 17L. Not only did he give the tower a show, but he also convinced them the runway was made of butter with those smooth landings! Ian, a Reno native, Northstar employee, and dog aficionado, has been grinding away to make this moment happen. In his spare time, Ian is a member of the infamous "far/aim tabbers" study group. He practically lives here, folks! But hey, we love having you around, even if you're more present than the office chairs. Ian is also our unpaid GBA model, always flaunting his GBA logo wear like it's New York Fashion Week! You make the logo look good! And let’s not forget his incredible CFI Eric Harned. Huge shout out to him for guiding Ian every step of the way. Keep up the fantastic work guys! The sky's the limit!
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