You know what’s harder than selling paper at Dunder Mifflin? Earning your Commercial Pilot Certificate! And the Man of Mystery just crushed it. His third big achievement with GBA! Although he does not want his name out there (witness protection, running from the law, checkered past, who knows?), we still want to celebrate his achievement. We’ve all seen hard work before, but this guy took it to the next level. The kind of work ethic that would make Dwight Schrute stop farming beets out of sheer respect. We’re talking endless hours, relentless dedication, and a “never take no for an answer” attitude. Oh, and let’s not forget the ability to juggle a family—his awesome wife (Monster Block!) and sweet baby—while flying high. I mean, seriously, how do you even have the energy?! And, of course, a big shoutout to CFI Grant Muzzio, who somehow managed to keep a straight face through it all. Grant, you’ve seen it all at this point. We’re not saying you deserve a medal, but you should definitely be in line for an award. So, what’s next for our Man of Mystery? Probably conquering the skies even more efficiently than Michael Scott ran Dunder Mifflin… but with a bit more skill. Because let’s be honest, three passes down and endless skies to go. The rest of us? We’re just here to admire the view. No pressure, right? Congrats, Man of Mystery! You’ve mastered airspeed, altitude, and brains.

The picture is not actually the Mystery Man...or is it? Did he finally reveal his true identity? ​

​Seth Ruff is officially a Private Pilot!!  The sky isn’t the limit—it’s just the beginning for Seth! Known for his love of the great outdoors, Seth is now taking that adventurous spirit to new heights—literally. Whether he’s running for fun, exploring rugged trails, or now flying above the very mountains he once hiked, Seth’s passion for the outdoors knows no bounds. After being displaced with the recent Davis Fire, Seth didn’t let the setbacks stop him. His determination and grit only grew stronger, making today’s achievement even sweeter. Now, he’s not just conquering the ground but the skies, too. For someone who thrives on running for the sheer joy of it (people actually do that??), flying is just the next level of freedom. His journey is a reminder that with perseverance, no challenge is too great. A big shoutout as well to his CFI, Alex Spencer, for helping Seth reach this incredible milestone. Seth, you’re proof that whether it’s on the ground or in the sky, adventure is always just a step—or a flight—away. Congrats, Seth! The best views are now yours to enjoy from up above. 

​Jared Garrido is officially a pilot! This young overachiever is now free to soar the friendly skies (just below 18,000 feet for now). Jared’s been on an incredible journey—he graduated high school early, eats, sleeps, and breathes aviation, and even landed the prestigious Reno Air Race scholarship! But let’s not forget the real struggle: the sunshade (see picture). While Jared’s already nailing his landings, putting that sunshade in the plane? Let’s just say, he’s still working on it… We’ll blame it on the excitement of becoming a private pilot! Jared’s not just a standout because of his technical skills, though. His attitude and dedication are second to none. When you ask him to do something, he’s already on it, with that signature smile on his face. His supportive family has been behind him every step of the way, too. His dad is always hanging out at the airport, camera in hand, proudly sharing stories about his newly minted pilot son. It’s heartwarming to see such strong support. A big shoutout to Jared’s CFI, Alex Spencer, who’s been there to guide him through the ups and downs (pun intended). To accomplish this at such a young age sets Jared on a path for great things in aviation, and we couldn’t be prouder.
Congratulations, Jared! We can’t wait to see where you fly next. And don’t worry, you’ll get the hang of that sunshade eventually.