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First Solo Flight – Yuanchen Li
Jul 26 2022Solo Date: June 22, 2022
Aircraft: Cessna N61637
Instructors: Skyler Tan & Sergey Kataev
Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
When he’s not learning to fly an airplane, he’s jumping out of them in a wingsuit! Congrats to Yuanchen for flying an airplane by himself and staying inside the whole time. He’s on track to earn his Private Pilot certificate very quickly.
New Private Pilot – Andy Gibbs
Jul 26 2022Private Pilot Checkride: June 12, 2022
Instructor: Daniel Henriks
Aircraft: Cessna N737ZD
School Location: Monterey, CA (KMRY)
After recently turning 18 years old, Andy decided to follow in his father’s footsteps. He earned his first pilot certificate with CFI Daniel at our Monterey location. Well done, guys! You’ve made everyone proud.
New Private Pilot – William Lynch
Jul 06 2022Private Pilot Checkride: May 30, 2022
Instructor: Kevin Oliver & Thao Do
Aircraft: Cessna N968RC
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
Bill is now a Private Pilot! He flew his first Discovery Flight with Thao at Aerodynamic, trained with both Kevin and Thao, and finished his private training journey by conquering 21 kt gust wind on his checkride with flying colors. We are very proud of him.
New Private Pilot – Akhil Dua
Jul 04 2022Private Pilot Checkride: June 8, 2022
Instructor: Skyler Tan
Aircraft: Cessna N968RC
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
Akhil and instructor Skyler earned the right to celebrate. It’s not everyday you earn your first set of wings! Akhil and his brother, who earned his Private Pilot certificate a few months ago, will be building flight time together while exploring the skies. Have fun, guys!
New Multi-Engine Pilot – Nicole Herbig
Jul 04 2022Commercial Multi-Engine Checkride: June 8, 2022
Instructor: Lynzie Hudson
Aircraft: Twin Comanche N40DA
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
Congrats to Nicole and her instructor Lynzie on a first-time checkride pass with DPE Eric Cook! Nicole added AMEL to her Commercial Pilot certificate. On to the next adventure!
New Private Pilot – Aurora Bunten
Jun 29 2022Private Pilot Checkride: May 25, 2022
Instructor: Joey Oberholtzer
Aircraft: Cessna N9027H
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
Congrats to Aurora and her instructor Joey for making this incredible accomplishment happen!
New Instrument Pilot – Chirag Chaudhari
Jun 28 2022Instrument Rating Checkride: May 24, 2022
Instructor: Thao Do
Aircraft: Cessna N54102
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
“After slowly completing the 3 required simulated instrument flight hours in private pilot training 0.5 hours at a time, I was worried how I would get through the 40+ expected hours in instrument training. However, with Thao’s expertise and willingness to help me get this license as efficiently as possible, I was able to get through it and learn many things along the way. Instrument training is truly very methodical and once you know the general flow, it gets easier the more approaches you shoot. This was a team effort, and I can’t wait to begin further training with Thao!” ~ Chirag
New Private Pilot – Ching-Chi Chang
Jun 27 2022Private Pilot Checkride: May 16, 2022
Instructor: Thao Do
Aircraft: Cessna N54102
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
“I finally achieved the goal I’d been dreaming of – becoming a pilot! A lot of thanks to the staff and instructors in Aerodynamic Aviation, especially to Thao for her high standard and tireless training!” ~ Ching-Chi
New Commercial Pilot – Erin Lai
Jun 25 2022Commercial Pilot Checkride: May 15, 2022
Instructor: Thao Do
Aircraft: Cessna N968RC
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
“Training for my commercial license was the most memorable training I’ve had so far. I got my private and instrument back home in SoCal, but moving up here and flying in new airspace was definitely a beneficial experience for me as I was able to learn so much more and gain insight on what aviation really is. I wouldn’t have been able to do it without the endless support I received from my family, friends, and of course the best CFI Thao! She has taught me so much and prepared me very well for my checkride. I’m looking forward to pursuing my next rating!” ~ Erin
New Commercial Pilot – Derrick Gendron
Jun 24 2022Commercial Pilot Checkride: May 10, 2022
Instructor: Thao Do
Aircraft: Cessna N98485
School Location: San Jose, CA (KRHV)
