Today, the skies were no match for the thunderous presence of Zeus Wesley, who unleashed his aviation prowess and soloed in N752DW on runway 26 at KRTS. Just like the Greek god Zeus, known for commanding the heavens, Zeus Wesley took control of the skies, proving that he's ready to strike lightning on his journey to becoming a pilot. As a recipient of the Reno Air Race Association scholarship, Zeus has clearly harnessed the power of the winds to reach new heights. His flight training has been nothing short of electrifying, and today’s solo is a testament to his dedication and skill. While his namesake may have ruled Olympus, our Zeus is the king of the runway. With the winds beneath his wings and the confidence of a deity, Zeus Wesley is now officially soaring solo, ready to make every flight as legendary as his name! Let’s give a thunderous round of applause to Zeus and his flight instructor, Grant Muzzio, who has guided him along this awesome journey! Keep an eye on the horizon—this pilot’s journey is just getting started!

Huge congratulations to Alex Florez for earning his Private Pilot Certificate!! We’ve got to give it to Alex—this guy is a master time manager like no other. He’s not just a full-time student, but he’s been crushing his prep for the oral exam, staying current in the skies, and still finding time to hit the gym for those solid gains. I mean, check out those veins! 💪 We’re just hoping there’s still time for schoolwork somewhere in there. But that’s not all—Alex is also the proud recipient of the coveted Reno Air Race Association scholarship, and we can’t think of anyone more deserving! This young man embodies hard work, determination, and excellence in everything he does. Whether he's studying or flying, he brings 100% effort every single time. Alex is also one of the most pleasant and respectful people you’ll ever meet. Always positive, always polite—even when we throw a little sass his way (which, let’s be honest, we probably won’t stop). But he takes it all in stride with that great attitude we love! And of course, none of this would’ve been possible without his amazing CFI, Shane Smith! A huge shoutout to Shane for being the rock-solid support that guided Alex to this huge accomplishment. We couldn’t be prouder of Alex and all he’s achieved. The sky’s no limit for this incredible young man. Keep soaring higher, Alex—you’re only getting started! ​

You may know Nicole Gonzalez from bossing you around on the weekends, but she doesn’t just run the show on the ground—now she’s ruling the skies too! That’s right, our very own document master just earned her commercial pilot certificate! It didn’t happen without some serious hard work and a dash of sass (naturally). Nicole’s resiliency and determination set her apart—whether she’s taking on a mountain of paperwork or nailing those landings. And let’s be honest, the weather always seems to get a little extra when she books a flight, but that never stops her. Nicole's journey reminds us that with enough dedication, even the toughest challenges can be conquered. She’s proof that no matter what stands in your way—whether it’s turbulence or headwinds—you can rise above it all. Big thanks to her CFI, Richard Brong, for being her guide and mentor throughout this adventure. So, let’s hear it for Nicole! She’s not just taking off—she’s soaring. The sky’s no limit when you have the drive, passion, and a little bit of sass. CFI next?? We will see :)