Tristan Bautista soloed today!! Navigating the skies solo for the first time is no small feat. Runway 24 at KSPZ and N328ME will now be legendary in Tristan’s flight log, a testament to his hard work and dedication. This young aviator is one of the most motivated people you'll ever meet. When Tristan commits to something, he doesn't just do it – he absolutely crushes it! Not only is he learning to fly, but Tristan is also a full-time student at UNR studying engineering. On top of that, he proudly serves in the Nevada Air National Guard and even earned one of the coveted 2024 Reno Air Race Scholarships! Talk about multitasking at a high altitude! Tristan's ultimate goal is to become a Navy pilot, and with his commitment, determination, and drive, we're confident he'll get there. Watch out, Top Gun – Tristan is coming in hot! We can't help but be amazed at Tristan's ability to juggle so many responsibilities and excel in each one. His dedication to his goals is truly inspiring. Huge congratulations, Tristan! And a big shoutout to his CFI Alex Spencer for being an incredible mentor. Your support and guidance have been instrumental in Tristan’s journey. Great job to both of you!

Scott Grady is now a Private Pilot! Despite battling weather delays over the winter and heat restrictions this summer, Scott reached this monumental milestone with unwavering determination and a laser focus on his goal. And he did all this while juggling a full-time job, serving in the Nevada Air National Guard, and taking some heat from the office (literally and figuratively)! He always thinks he’s in trouble... guess we need to work on our warm welcome! When Scott’s not busy soaring through the skies, you can find him backpacking through the wilderness, casting a line while fly fishing, or getting lost in a good book. He's a true adventurer on land and in the air! Scott’s journey to becoming a Private Pilot is a testament to his incredible work ethic and passion for flying. Big shoutout to his CFI, Kevin Marshall, for being an amazing mentor and guide throughout this journey. Congratulations, Scott! Here’s to smooth flights, perfect landings, and plenty of fish tales. You’ve earned every bit of this success! ​

​Is it a bird? Is it a plane? … well, kind of. But more importantly, it’s Tim Adams! And as the picture depicts, he soared to new heights today and passed his private pilot checkride! While apparently a freak of nature, Tim came in calm and ready. From navigating the ins and outs of his oral to flaunting his impressive 10-inch checkride binder (an exaggeration of course, but in a way not so much), Tim was ready to beat the heat and get his ride done. And to no one’s surprise, the GBA pilot of the month alumni brought it home to victory. I mean, what more can you expect from an endodontist but perfection and precision. We’ve been told that Tim does have a life outside of flying and loves to embrace his inner bigfoot by going backpacking, fishing, rock climbing, hunting, mountaineering, and everything else in between. Excellent work, Tim! And a huge round of applause to his CFIs Ryan Mill and Danny Britson who’ve both helped Tim reach this amazing accomplishment. You’ve both made this avid aviator’s dream take flight! Impressive work, Tim… now let’s talk about that airplane you’re eyeballing 😉

Colin Powell is now a commercial pilot! This awesome pilot and equally impressive mixologist powered through his certificates and ratings faster than a bartender can shake up a martini, and now he can legally get paid to fly the friendly skies. This guy’s been mixing hard work with dedication, and it’s finally paid off – he's ready to serve up some smooth flights! From pouring over flight manuals to shaking off the stress of exams, Colin has been the ultimate barback in the aviation world, always ready to roll up his sleeves and get the job done. Now, he's behind the controls, ready to take your travel experience to first-class levels. Huge cheers to his CFI, Ryan Mill, the master mixologist behind Colin’s success. Ryan has been the steady hand guiding this cocktail of talent and determination, and together they've shaken up the aviation scene. Raise your glasses (or flight controls) for Colin! Keep those flights smooth, those landings neat, and never stop reaching for the top shelf of the skies! ​

Greg Anthenien is now a commercial pilot!! From the moment he strutted into the office inquiring about a Discovery Flight with his luscious locks, Greg was voted "Best Hair," and he’s kept that title without a single split end. But it’s not just his fabulous hair that’s impressive. Greg works full-time, drives in from the lake, and continues to blast through his ratings faster than you can say "conditioner.” Greg’s journey is a testament to his dedication and resilience. Balancing work, long commutes, and intense study sessions, he’s proven that he’s got the grit to match his glamour. His determination is as strong as his conditioner game, ensuring he’s always looking sharp, whether in the cockpit or on the ground. While Greg is making his aviation dreams a reality, he’s also got a backup plan that’s equally epic: becoming the best Pokémon trainer there ever was. With Pikachu by his side, Greg’s ready for any adventure that comes his way. But we’re confident the piloting thing is going to work out just fine – those skies won’t know what hit them! Huge congratulations to Greg and his incredible CFI Nathan Morin, the mastermind behind this hair-raising success story. Nathan’s guidance and expertise have been instrumental in helping Greg achieve this milestone, proving that with the right mentor, even the loftiest goals are within reach. Next stop, CFI! Raise your glasses (or hairbrushes) for Greg! Keep those flights smooth and those locks flowing!