Skydiver pilot Emily can’t get enough aviating. From A&P instructing to managing engine maintenance to flying air races, Emily has accomplished quite a bit in aviation. However, she always wants more! This “Why I Fly” story was made possible through a grant from The Ohio Department of Education and a partnership with the National Aviation…
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After accidentally taking the aviation technician path, Mel The Traveler decided to also fly planes, not just fix them. Along with being an aircraft technical instructor, he’s a pilot, flight instructor and an aviation influencer! This “Why I Fly” story was made possible through a grant from The Ohio Department of Education and a partnership…
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Always wanting to find a life in aviation, Ivy finally found one with Cirrus Aircraft. She works as the director of their SR Product Line, among many other responsibilities, flying air-to-air photo missions. This “Why I Fly” story was made possible through a grant from The Ohio Department of Education and a partnership with the…
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Jenna’s passion for aviation led her to getting her license and now helping others into their own airplane….as a delivery pilot with Cirrus Aircraft. She started working on her pilot license in high school and received her license a month after graduating. Jenna hit the ground running and has been flying ever since. This Why…
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Always interested in flying, Laura and Alex raced in the air for themselves and their school; Kent State University Admissions……and won! This Why I Fly was made possible through a grant from The Ohio Department of Education and a partnership with Hemlock Films. For more information, please visit: https://whyiflyseries.com/ Hemlock Films Ohio Department of Education…
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An aircraft mechanic by trade, Jim fills his busy schedule volunteering at an aviation museum, and any other flying activity he can find. You can find out more about the CAF MN Wing, by visiting: www.cafmn.org.
NASA Engineer Mike details his love of slow and low flying as the builder and pilot of his Pietenpol Aircamper.