Sunny Sunday Solo!!

It was a gorgeous, sunny, calm wind day in the Truckee Meadows. Devron Gonzalez made his way to the airport knowing he would have an awesome lesson, but not knowing his instructor had certain plans for him that would make this flight his most memorable. There they were, conducting pattern work at KRNO when Devron’s instructor, Levi Mellows, told him to taxi back and let him out. At that moment, it got real. Devron was going to solo...And solo is what he did!! Congratulations to Devron Gonzalez who soloed in N37JA this morning at KRNO, runway 16L. Devron flew his first few laps of PIC time as Levi watched from the ramp. The always supportive KRNO tower also really helped make this a flight Devron will never forget. Devron has been super persistent with his flight training, getting in here when he can despite a busy work schedule and busy home life. He has been dreaming about flying since he was serving in the Air Force years ago. Today that dream was a dream no more, it was his reality. Next goal is his private pilot certificate. Awesome job Devron!! Congratulations to you and Levi! ​