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    Jürgen Hirt's a Pilot for Hire!

    ​Heute, we celebrate Jürgen Hirt’s latest achievement in his aviation journey: his Commercial Pilot’s License! Jürgen is ready to take off into the skies, bringing a little German precision to every flight! A recent graduate of the University of Nevada, Reno, with a degree in Economics, Jürgen’s journey to aviation has been a smooth ascent—thanks to his knack for detail, which he sharpened as a bassoon player in the UNR orchestra. Originally from Augsburg, Germany, he’s now ready to offer his flying services for hire, ensuring your experience is German-engineered for perfection. Whether you’re looking for a quick flight or a scenic Bavarian-styledetour, Jürgen’s steady hand and calm demeanor will keep you on course. Special thanks to his CFI, Richard Brong, for helping him navigate this milestone with precision! Ready to take off? Jürgen’s here to make your flight experience as smooth as a German beer!
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    Joe Arango is Instrument Rated!

    Joe Arango: certified Atlantic Aviation line technician, evening line tech for GBA, and now instrument rated pilot! That’s right, everyone! Joe has officially conquered the world of IFR flying, proving once again that his dedication to aviation knows no bounds. From keeping the ramp running smoothly to grinding through endless instrument approaches, he’s been fully immersed in aviation from every angle—and today, it all paid off! If you’ve ever met Joe, you know he doesn’t just dabble in aviation—he lives it. Balancing work, training, and those long nights deciphering approach plates, he’s put in the time, effort, and sheer determination to master the art of flying in the clouds. Whether he was begging his instructor to peek outside or perfecting his approaches, Joe has shown exactly what it takes to succeed in instrument flying: patience, focus, and an unshakable drive. A huge congratulations to Joe and his CFII, Ryan Mill, on this incredible milestone! The skies just got a little smoother with Joe at the controls. We can’t wait to see what he tackles next!
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    Taylor Pritchard is a Commercial Pilot!

    If there’s one thing we know about Taylor Pritchard, it’s that he doesn’t do anything halfway. Whether it’s dominating GeoGuessr, racing his bike, or being the best dog dad to his dachshund, Minnie—Taylor is always chasing the next big adventure. For example, just yesterday he was shredding down the slopes, and today? Well, he’s officially a commercial pilot! That’s right everyone, Taylor is officially a pilot for hire! Taylor’s journey to the skies has been fueled by pure determination, countless hours of training, and an unshakable passion for aviation. From his early days as a flight sim fanatic to becoming a real-world flying machine, he has pushed himself every step of the way. His commitment and love for the craft have set him apart as he continues his path toward becoming a professional pilot. A huge congratulations to Taylor on this massive accomplishment and a big thank you to his flight instructor, Shane Smith, for helping him refine his skills and reach this milestone. Knowing Taylor, this is just another chapter in his adventure-filled life, and we absolutely can’t wait to see what he takes on next! Keep soaring high, Taylor!
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    Ben Novello is a Solo Pilot!!

    Hold the phone! Did you know Ben Novello’s a pilot? Do you need proof? Well, I guess you can say soloing an airplane is proof enough! That’s right, Ben Novello, the dirt bike riding, Tahoe bumming, snowboard junkie has officially conquered the ultimate achievement: solo flight! As you can see, Ben was only a little excited that he soloed… 😜🤙. Ben came in as cool as a cucumber, primed and ready to kick his flight instructor, Eric Harned, out of the plane. After a few practice laps, the consensus was made: the skies were ready for Ben. He took off out of KRTS in N670CS and buttered all his landings on runway 8! What an incredible accomplishment! Ben, you’ll truly will never forget your solo flight and we’re happy that we were able to be a part of this incredible milestone. Let’s give Ben and Eric and huge congratulations on this absolutely incredibly achievement! Ben, that dream of riding your dirt bike to your plane “Maverick style” will become a reality soon enough. Awesome work!
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    Nick Sundstrom is a Pilot for Hire!!

    Oh lawrd y’all. Say your prayers, because it’s finally happened. The troublemaker you all know and love, Nick Sundstrom, has once again surpassed another incredible milestone and earned his commercial rating today! From the baby steps of solo, the rigor of instrument, the pride in earning pilot of the month, and now being a pilot for hire, Nick Sundstrom has truly shown us all that his unwavering dedication and love for aviation has allowed him to conquer some of the most challenging of aviation goals. Whether he’s flying across the United States in his family’s RV, nailing his power-off 180s, or drilling in his ground, Nick does it all with an insatiable grit and passion. While we thrive off of giving Nick a hard time, it has truly been a privilege to watch him conquer one checkride after the next, making him that much closer to his dream of flying professionally. Let’s give Nick and his partner in crime/ flight instructor, Ryan Mill, a huge congratulations on getting to this amazing milestone. We can’t wait to see what Nick accomplishes next!
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    Ryan Madole is a Rootin' Tootin' Solo Pilot!

    Well, howdy there, partner! Ain’t it just the purtiest mornin’ down here in the valley? Sure beats all that rain and snow we been sloggin’ through! Now, I reckon you mighta heard the latest buzz ‘round these parts—word is, there’s a new cowboy in town. Ain’t just any ol’ greenhorn, neither. They say he’s got wings like an eagle and a reputation to match… Alright, alright, I’ll drop the act—but had to tip my hat to Ryan’s love for country music. All jokes aside, today’s a rootin’-tootin’ kind of day ‘cause the one and only Ryan Madole saddled up and took to the skies solo for the first time in N37JA at KRTS on runway 26! To set the scene for y’all, Ryan strutted in this mornin’ with a gleam of pure determination in his eyes. Without a moment’s hesitation, he kicked his instructor, Andrew Spanier, to the curb and took the reins solo. And when his wheels kissed the ground? Well, let’s just say that runway’s now slicker than a fresh batch of churned butter in the mornin’. Let’s give Ryan and his high-flyin’ flight instructor, Andrew Spanier, a yeehawwww and congratulations on this amazing accomplishment! Awesome work to the both of you!
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