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    Sanddon Soloed!!

    Sanddon soloed!! This morning at KRNO in N752DW, Sanddon was lucky to claim two runways for his solo, 16L and 16R. Sanddon is a busy guy. Full time trainer and Dad to an adorable little one year old daughter, he still has been able to find time to work toward his private pilot. Persistence describes this soloed pilot. Passion, patience, and persistence, the unbeatable combination for success. He has had obstacles along the way, but like any successful pilot, he never gave up. And how sweet it will be once he takes that checkride and hears those congratulatory words, it will make it all so worth it. So excited for Sanddon and this success. You will be reading more about him very soon. Huge congratulations to him and the CFIs that have worked with him, Danny, Cody, and Nik.
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    Pilot in Charge

    ​Yes, the term PIC stands for Pilot in Command but with respect to your learning it can also be viewed as Pilot in Charge. Today Nate Garduque earned his private pilot certificate after taking charge of his instruction and coming to us to finish his training. Nate is an APRN with Renown and knows what it takes to be in charge of the medical needs of others. Now, he has used his superb bedside manner to be in charge of his learning and to take command of his piloting. His knowledge is encyclopedic and his aviating precise. Nate is the perfect example of being an active part of your flight instruction and doing what it takes. Congratulations to you and to your instructor, Richard, who is equally impressed with your abilities!
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    Rusty Pilot??

    For our second success story of the day: Oh, the jokes we could make about a Rusty Pilot. Alas, this is no joking matter. Today, Rusty Taft kicked Austin out of the instructor seat and soloed N752DW at Stead. Rusty works for the Nevada Air National Guard as a C130 mechanic. You’d think that a guy with a busted air conditioner would hunker down in the cool but Rusty felt the heat and got it done! Nice work to you and your instructor. The PPL will be here soon!
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    What a Wednesday!

    Have We Got a Deal For You! Why don’t you trade in those old earthbound legs of yours for a set of shiny wings! That is exactly what local automotive business owner, Edby Calderon, did as he cruised on in to being a licensed private pilot in N328ME! Edby has been great to see through this training as he consistently comes into the office with a smile, a positive attitude, and the motivation to make his journey take flight. I hear an aircraft may be in the cards in the future (maybe a Cirrus?) so Edby can visit family. Personally, we like the idea! After the check-ride, Edby came and celebrated a bit and then off to work he went - in style. Congratulation to you, and your instructor Troy Ware, on this awesome accomplishment.
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    Picture Perfect

    ​He came, he saw, he captured! That’s right, this morning Kurtis Lemay, photographer, UNR student, and drone pilot, developed some new skills and soloed N495SP at KRTS, runway 08. Just picture the smile on this his face as he felt the freedom of PIC. Troy Ware, his CFI, stood by making sure Kurtis did not shake during the shot. No negatives here, Kurtis flew SP like a pro! Kurtis is another RARA scholarship recipient that is powering through his private pilot training. Already an air space expert, Kurits framed the shot, focused, and captured the moment. Way to go!!
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    Systems Class

    What do you do when temps hit 100? Anything but be stuck in a hot hangar with CFI/CFII Richard Brong learning about aircraft systems, right? Unless you are a RARA Scholarship student. These motivated young aviators endured the heat to learn about how a single engine airplane works. At least Richard treated them to cupcakes and caprisuns. Watch for more success coming soon from these awesome young students!