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Holden Stone, a true wizard on a surfboard, has taken his mastery of the waves and channeled that same skill, precision, and adventurous spirit into the skies. Today, Holden soared to new heights by earning his private pilot license! Originally from Lahaina, Hawaii, his island roots shine through in his laid-back demeanor and fearless pursuit of challenges. Holden is more than just a pilot. As you’ve read, he's a pro at surfing, a master at Jiu Jitsu, a talented musician (who we’ve heard once played in a surf rock band), and a devoted husband and father. Whether riding waves, honing his skills, or spending time with family, Holden approaches everything in his life with dedication and passion. We’re super exited to celebrate Holden’s hard work and determination that have propelled him to incredible achievements. It’s a testament to his drive and willingness to embrace every challenge. A big mahalo to his instructor, Ryan Mill, for guiding Holden on this amazing journey. Your support has been key to his success. Congratulations to the both of you! Now, get out there and fly your heart out, Holden!
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Grab your gear, pet your dalmatian, and slide down the fireman pole, because Kyle Brazil flew to success today and earned his private pilot license! If you couldn’t tell, Kyle is a local firefighter who’s always ready to save the day, but when he’s not responding to emergencies, he’s been moonlighting as a flight student here at GBA. While his passion for flying and firefighting is clear, Kyle’s also jokingly told us that his real dream is to be an underwater basket weaver when he grows up... just kidding 😉 or maybe not, but hey, whatever the case we’ll let him dream! When he’s not working tirelessly towards his flight goals, Kyle spends time with his wonderful family, cooks up something delicious for his wife, and learns the ropes of parenthood. Let’s give a huge congratulations to Kyle and his flight instructor, Grant Muzzio, who’s helped guide him to this incredible achievement. We couldn’t be more proud of you, Kyle, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for you in your aviation adventure. Awesome job, Kyle! Keep up the amazing work!
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⭐️ELLIOT FEHR⭐️ Elliot Fehr is GBA’s November pilot of the month! Geez, this guy again? I mean, I guess he deserves it but still (hehe, just kidding!). Elliot Fehr is one incredible individual. From being a tech wizard, a master baker (regardless of if I’ve yet to receive any bread… the audacity of some people), a meat head- I mean, a regular gym bro, and obviously a Maverick in the airplane. We love to give Elliot a hard time, but we’re super excited to recognize all of his incredible effort that he’s been putting into his training. If he’s not flying, he's either on the ground with his instructor, practicing hard for his written exam, or daydreaming of when the weather will clear out so he can take to the skies again. Let’s give this awesome aviator a huge round of applause in earning this incredible achievement! Don’t make us regret it Elliot… okay I’m dome now 😁 (I promise he’s a good student!).
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The man, the legend, the hair (yes, his instructor is just a little jealous). Congratulations to Greg Anthenian on earning his Certified Flight Instructor rating! Greg is the most recent member to join the Zero to CFI club at GBA and has been with us from the very beginning, earning every rating with us! We couldn’t be more proud. What a milestone! From the moment he walked in asking about a Discovery Flight with his legendary locks, Greg’s charisma and drive were undeniable. Balancing a full-time job, long commutes from the lake, and rigorous study sessions, Greg blasted through his ratings and is now ready to teach others to soar. His dedication and self-discipline are exactly what it takes. Uder the expert guidance of Richard Brong, his CFI with slightly more follicle challenges , Greg’s hard work has paid off. Here’s to you Greg!! We can’t wait to see you inspire the next generation of pilots!
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What to do when weather clears? Take a checkride! Andy Glenn was at it again and is now an instrument rated pilot! Our tee-rific line tech has added yet another impressive skill: flying in the clouds! From fairways to flight plans, Andy’s dedication to precision is second to none. He approached his instrument training with the same focus and determination he brings to every round of golf—because when you’ve mastered the green (needles), navigating the skies is just the next natural step! And we can’t forget to shout out Andy’s amazing partner-in-crime, CFII Nathan Morin, who has been right there with him every step of the way. Great job, you two! Take a moment to savor your success, then get on the next goal – Commercial Pilot certification! On to bigger skies and, hopefully, more hole-in-ones! 