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
Nature versus Nature: Two Generations Share a Passion for Aviation at Air Wisconsin
Psychologists often debate the influence of nature versus nurture and how each may impact our actions and choices as humans. Although we don't have the answer to one of Psychology's oldest questions, we can say, when it comes to these three sets of fathers and sons, the desire to work in aviation got passed on … Continue reading Nature versus Nature: Two Generations Share a Passion for Aviation at Air Wisconsin
The Joint Responsibility of Flight: A Closer Look at the Role of a Dispatcher
The dispatcher and the crew share the responsibility of keeping our passengers safe during all phases of flight. Commercial flights in the United States need two people, the pilot in command and the dispatcher, to jointly share responsibility for deeming a flight airworthy. This process begins long before the aircraft takes off to the friendly … Continue reading The Joint Responsibility of Flight: A Closer Look at the Role of a Dispatcher
Behind the Scenes Heroes: Inventory Clerks
When you think of aviation maintenance, you probably picture mechanics using all sorts of tools to tinker with massive engines and replace various aircraft components. But where do they get the parts and those specialized tools? Inventory Clerks are responsible for the parts and tools in our Technical Stores. Each Maintenance base, aka airplane hangar, … Continue reading Behind the Scenes Heroes: Inventory Clerks
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