#AsianAmericanandPacificIslanderHeritageMonth “Aviation is unlike any career; it gives you a sense of opportunity and freedom to travel anywhere in the world. I love that I can travel the world and connect with so many different cultures.” Recently, we spoke with Recruiting Specialist Tonya Thai and learned more about her story, how her love for aviation … Continue reading Connecting Culture and Passion: A Spotlight on Recruiting Specialist Tonya Thai
Author: Air Wisconsin Airlines
Chasing The Dream
Air Wisconsin Captain Tejash Patel knew he wanted to be a pilot since he was little, now as a commercial airline pilot he is able to look back and see how far he has come. How did you get your start in aviation? I got started in aviation in 2013. After graduating college with a … Continue reading Chasing The Dream
Air Wisconsin Shows Support for Up-and-Coming Mechanics
The 2023 Aerospace Maintenance Competition in Atlanta gives past Air Wisconsin competitor the chance to come back and recruit talented mechanics for the Midwest. What is the Aerospace Maintenance Competition? Their goal is to celebrate the past, present & future Maintenance Professionals. The competition is held annually in conjunction with Aviation Week Network’s MRO Americas. … Continue reading Air Wisconsin Shows Support for Up-and-Coming Mechanics
Pure Perseverance: A Spotlight On Captain Sonal Surve’s Aviation Journey
From First Officer to Captain in about a year Sonal Surve inspires aviators to push forward and pursue their dreams When did you get your start in aviation? I started in 2012 right after I graduated from college. Where did you do your flight training? I did my flight training at Phoenix East Aviation in … Continue reading Pure Perseverance: A Spotlight On Captain Sonal Surve’s Aviation Journey
A Spotlight of First Officer Noemi Baechi
Noemi Baechi and her family moved from Switzerland to the United States in 2012, where her love for aviation began. With a recommendation from a current Air Wisconsin Captain, Noemi join our family as a First Officer in 2022. She has quite a following on social media, watching her break barriers and continue to soar … Continue reading A Spotlight of First Officer Noemi Baechi
Air Wisconsin Captain Randy Ball Inspires Others Through Air Show Flying
The aviation community is filled with many different niches, but we are lucky enough to have two worlds of aviation combine through the talents of Randy W. Ball, an Air Wisconsin captain who doubles as one of the most well-known airshow jet performers in the US. With over 1400 performances to date Randy keeps a … Continue reading Air Wisconsin Captain Randy Ball Inspires Others Through Air Show Flying
The North Pole Doesn’t Have To Be So Far Away
Air Wisconsin joins with Lehigh Valley International Airport’s return of its “North Pole Express” for families with children battling cancer. Over the weekend, Air Wisconsin had the chance to be the aircraft used in Lehigh Valley International Airport’s return of its “North Pole Express” for families with children battling cancer. The Pediatric Cancer Foundation of … Continue reading The North Pole Doesn’t Have To Be So Far Away
SOC Spotlight: Maintenance Controllers
As we all know, aviation is more than just planes and the people flying them, it takes entire teams and crews both on the ground and in the sky to have a safe and effective operation. Taking the time to highlight some of the lesser talked about areas of aviation is something that we strive … Continue reading SOC Spotlight: Maintenance Controllers
Clear Skies in the Future for the Next Generation of Female Pilots
On Saturday September 24th, an eager group of almost 50 girls woke up with a little extra energy to get to the airport where the fall Milwaukee air would soon be filled with the smell of jet fuel and the sounds of questions would be bouncing off the flight deck. It was Girls in Aviation Day.
Don’t Let Anything Stand in the Way of Your Dreams
First Officer Ryan M. recently shared his story of resilience and determination that led him to fulfill his dream of flying. “Flying to me is the greatest freedom that one could ask for, and I cherish every second I get to spend in the sky.” Just six days into Ryan’s senior year of high school, … Continue reading Don’t Let Anything Stand in the Way of Your Dreams