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
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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
Highlighting the Women of Air Wisconsin: Part 1
This month, we’re highlighting women throughout our company on our social media channels and asking them to share advice or insight. The hope is that their words will inspire others, guide the next generation, and offer encouragement to anyone who needs it. In this two-part series, you'll hear from women whose careers are more commonly … Continue reading Highlighting the Women of Air Wisconsin: Part 1
Virtual Aviation-Themed Tours
We’ve all been searching for fun things to do during the pandemic, especially this winter. If you haven’t checked out virtual tours, it’s time. You can virtually visit The Louvre, The Great Wall, zoos, aquariums, rain forests, and countless places. Forbes put together their list of the 15 best virtual tours HERE. Of course, if … Continue reading Virtual Aviation-Themed Tours
Choosing Your Path to Become a Commercial Pilot
Becoming a commercial pilot is a fun, exciting journey and a long one that will require you to make some decisions fairly early on in the process. Ultimately, your goal is to meet minimum qualifications before you can fly for a commercial airline, but some pilots need more hours and some need less. A handful … Continue reading Choosing Your Path to Become a Commercial Pilot
Air Wisconsin Gives Back
Air Wisconsin has roots all over the country thanks to our employees. It’s part of our mission to give back to the communities where our team members live and work through various programs. During the holiday season, our company adopts a family or two every year through the Salvation Army at our headquarters, but it … Continue reading Air Wisconsin Gives Back
🌴 Honolulu Itinerary 🌴
Aloha! We're stoked to be heading to Honolulu. Let's get some grindz on Thursday, November 14 at Tropics Ale House! Dinner is on us for any CFIs or professional pilots who want to learn more about flying for us as United Express and then United through their Aviate program. You can also catch us at … Continue reading 🌴 Honolulu Itinerary 🌴
Air Wisconsin: The Smart Choice
https://youtu.be/XWCfriVBuEA Learn more about flying for us as United Express at http://www.airwis.com/pilots.
Unicorn No More: Encouraging Women to Fly
Meeting what many in the aviation industry have dubbed "a unicorn," or a female pilot, makes all the difference to a young girl or woman with aspirations of flight. It marks the moment their dream feels achievable. That is why Air Wisconsin encourages and offers its pilots the opportunity to represent the company at events … Continue reading Unicorn No More: Encouraging Women to Fly
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