Pilot Shortage Anticipated

Here is another article on the shortage of pilots we will be facing. This is the time to consider an aviation career.

Please read this information from the Wall Street Journal!http://online.wsj.com/article_email/SB10001424052970203937004578079391643223634-lMyQjAxMTAyMDEwMjExNDIyWj.html?mod=wsj_valetleft_email

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AW Shops Black Friday

At American Winds Flight Academy we are all about family. Check out president of AWFA, Mike Kolomichuk,  leading the charge for the Black Friday shopping at 1:21 a.m.

Historic WWII Message Found

This is a great story and I wanted to share it with all of you!

This is an interesting story about using pigeons for messages in WWII. If a bomber crashed, they would have a pigeon to release giving the crash location. You will see the message and the pigeon's foot which was found recently in a chimney in Surrey The message is in code groups and is being decoded. 
It is seen on www.military.com. Code-breakers are working on figuring out this historic  message that has now been a secret for 70 years. It was found on the remains of a carrier pigeon that was discovered in a chimney, in , having been there for decades. It is thought the contents of the note, once decoded, could provide fresh information from World War II.

Check this out!
Chief Denise
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http://www.military.com/video/operations-and-strategy/second-world-war/ww2-pigeion-message-found-in-chimney/1942606109001/

Think American Winds When Buying a Gift!

Carl was excited to receive a Sunset Discovery Flight from his wife. It was a Happy Birthday!

Carl stands in front of the plane at American Winds Flight Academy. He is preparing for his flight. Hope you have a great flight!

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CFI Michael and Captain Steve Gunkelman off to fly the warrior —

First flight at American Winds since he got hired at Express Jet 8 years ago. 

 No flight attendants, co-pilot, ground crew. What is he to do?


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Langley Checks for Bugs!

Geoff Langley checks out the bugs per square inch for before take off with Dad Don Langley.

They recently flew the Cessna 172SP to Carroll County Airport for lunch. 

Geoff is in his first year at Southern Illinois. ...in the aviation career.

A New Member to the American Winds Family

American Winds Family...welcomes Haimo!

Pictured...CFI Michael welcomes a new member to the American Winds family...Haimo! 

Welcome from all of us!

Bowen Flies!

Bowen took his first flight in the USA in a Piper Warrior. 

Bowen is pictured here with CFI Michael.

TIP FROM THE DESK OF THE CHIEF:
Do you know how to preheat a plane?

You should be preheating anytime it's in the 40's or lower.

Updates from the Chief!

Chief Denise keeps all of us updated on changes in the field of aviation.

Continue to watch for updates. Here are some through October 12, 2012. Check out the links for information. 

ASA's 2013 FAR/AIM Series and 2013 FAR for Aviation Maintenance Technicians 

Click on the link below to view the Update which contains the text changes, citations, effective dates, and revised figures:

http://www.asa2fly.com/farupdate

Chief Pilot Denise Talks About Changes!

There are changes to ASA's FAR/AIM Series. Take a look at the changes, download the up-to-date info. The site provides the most complete information available.

It is free to subscribe to the update subscription service. You will receive notices automatically when the FAA releases a procedural or regulatory change.

Use it with the 2013 books and you will be kept up to date through this email service through August, 2013.

Click on the link to view the Update and find text changes, citations, effective dates and revised figures. You will also find the new Pilot's Bill of Rights.

Check it out!

http://www.asa2fly.com/farupdate Also, the ASA FAR/AIM Series is available as an eBook and App. For more information on American Winds Flight Academy visit www.teachmetofly.com.

Wonder What Life is Like After You Graduate from American Winds? Take a Look!

First Officer Wojciech 

shared a photo from his day in 

Arizona. 

What a sight!

Congrats to Michael Lee on passing his Certified Flight Instrument Instructor certificate. He has been using his veterans benefits to prepare for a very fun, interesting and unique career. 

Mike also passed his MEI checkride. 
Standby!!! 

Find out where he is 
going after his training at 
American Winds. 

It is a dream job!  

How Do You Sign Up to Become a Pilot?

If you have wondered just how to sign up or get more information to become a pilot here is what you do...!

The first step to living your dream of 

becoming a pilot is... 

visit...www.TeachMeToFly.com . 

You will find out what American 

Winds offers you as a student pilot. 

The site has a basic overview of the 

flight training courses, ground school and AW's fleet. Take note of what 


questions you want to ask and give us a 

call at 330-733-2500.

The staff at AW is ready to give you the answers you need to proceed to a career in aviation. 

Meet with an American Winds Instructor...this is a chance to meet one-on-one with a Certified Flight Instructor and tour the facility. 
Your instructor/guide will give you background on his/her experiences as a career pilot. Ask as many questions as you can think of...and if you forget something call us! Instructors are knowledgeable in the field of aviation and have completed all of the FAA standardized testing.

After the ground time...it is a great idea to take a discovery flight with an instructor. 
 


Sign up...After you have decided to officially take this significant step, we will work with you to finish all the necessary paperwork. American Winds   staff members will go over financial aid, if you qualify, and sign an enrollment agreement. 

The most important part of your call and visit...ask questions! 

Vijay gets up close to a new United 737. 

This FOUR month old baby came at a cost of $100,000.

The group of pilots hung out at the Cleveland Air Show.

Hanging Around the Airport you See Some Amazing Things!

 You never know who might be flying in or out when you have a front window view of Akron Fulton International Airport.  American Winds Flight Academy students had a view of this Gulf Stream jet preparing to fly to China. Want to know who it was carrying?

Akron native...Lebron James. 

During a run on the simulator Seth, (flying in the sim) and Flight Instructor, Chris called American Winds Operations Manager, Kip over to see what happen during Seth's flight!

The alert was Danger! Danger! Wild Animal Alert* Seth was eaten by a polar bear!

Check out the Sim warning in this photo.

Scary that the programmer had a sense of humor.




At the end of the day after having a student eaten by a Polar Bear...Chief Denise takes to the calm, clear sky for a relaxing moment. 

Look Who Came Back to American Winds to Visit!

Look who came to visit? Captain Steve Gunkelman (Express Jet). Of course we gave him a present. Steve was excited to share his family news. His wife has a bun in the oven They are expecting their first bundle of joy in two weeks. Steve said to hold off on buying pink or blue as they wanted it to be a surprise. This is awesome! We are on baby watch countdown. You know it's going to be adorable.

Checkout more on Karthi!

You might have read a few days ago that Karthikeyan Jeganathan, known as Karthi around American Winds Flight Academy...passed!

Here he at 10 years old with his parents, and now he is a, private pilot and headed for a career as a commercial pilot back in his home country of India. 

Here he is in his uniform as Kip Kuebler American Winds Operation Manager,
shows him his next course of action, the instrument rating...what a happy day!

 Manu (left) and Karthi celebrating Karthi's great private pilot checkride. American Winds, Chief Pilot and Flight Instructor, Denise Hobart said, "What an awesome display of teamwork by all CFIs and students. Thanking for helping Karthi live his dreams!!!"

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All of us at American Winds Flight Academy honor the memory of those who died on September 11, 2001. 

On this day, Patriot Day, we think about the 2,997 that were lost and their families.

Everyone was a hero on that day and continue to be in our eyes and our memories. 

Vijay Bose at age 25 is studying to be a commercial pilot at American Winds Flight Academy. Within a few months he will have his commercial license, something he has been dreaming about since he was a little boy growing up in India.

When he first came to the US in 2010, it was the first time he had been in another country. His parents were worried about him being on his own, but Vijay said that Chief Flight Instructor and Pilot Denise Hobart and President of AW, Mike Kolomichuk made him feel right at home.

"Mike helped me through the visa process. Mike and Denise are good people. My parents are happy about what I am doing and they know I am in the right place," Vijay said.

He said there is nothing like flying in the clouds.

Vijay likes it in the states, but he has to be honest about the food. "I don't like junk food or fast food. I am used to us cooking at home. We do have fast food restaurants in India, but we eat something there more as a snack, not as our dinner."

He said he has been welcomed in the US. and has made friends at American Winds. "They have accepted me and we have fun."

Vijay has a degree in Aeronautical engineering and plans to fly commercial airlines in his home country.

Shane is on his way!

It has been an exceptional week at American Winds...Check out this picture of  Shane Mirtes  on the right and his Flight Instructor, Chris congratulating him on receiving his Commercial Pilot Certificate.  

Chief Flight Instructor and pilot Denise Hobart is proud of Shane. "It has been a great week! We have many great pilots in the making and look forward, along with them, to their successful futures. 

Shane is studying aviation through the Herzing University Program. 

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 Karthikeyan Jeganathan, known as Karthi around American Winds Flight Academy...passed!

He recently became a private pilot and is working toward his commercial license.

Karthi is a part of the International School of AWFA and is from India. He began studying at AW in January, 2012. "This has been a childhood ambition," he said. "Seeing aircraft growing up, I knew this had to be the best kind of job someone could have in this world."

He came to the US and American Winds to get his FAA license and said it was because it is well respected and recognized around the world.

"I am excited to be in America. Mike and Denise (Mike Kolomichuk, President of the company and Denise Hobart, Chief Flight Instructor), guided me and helped me a lot," Karthi said. "They are kind people."

His impression of the US so far is that people are kind and respect is given to every human, with no discrimination between the rich and the poor.

He is happy here! AND...those at American Winds are thrilled he is at AW.

His future holds a commercial license with a multi-engine rating and he plans to return to India to fly for the commercial airlines.

CONGRATULATIONS!

For more information on American Winds visit http://www.teachmetofly.com/.

Being a pilot has its advantages when it comes to seeing the view. This is Firestone Golf Course during the recent Bridgestone PGA Tournament this past week. 
Visit American Winds website to learn how to get a view like this everyday!
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Photos of Up and Coming Pilots! This Week at AWFA

Mommy Bird and a baby bird...Karthi is 

going to become a Private Pilot. Chief 

Denise is so excited for Karthi. 

Commercial student Seth is ready for his Stage Check.

Mani is taking taking notes during his Observation Flight. What a great way to learn.

You have to eat sometime, but do you have to share with the canine? Yes, she is a part of the family too!  Everyone is eating lunch however Nalani is getting the short end of the stick. Where's her food?

If you are interested in learning more about the exciting times of an aviation career visit...www.teachmetofly.com.

Check Info on Pilot Shortage

Pilot shortages are eminent over the next 10 plus years. 
More and more articles are being written on that fact. 
With a large portion of the current pilots being of the age or getting close to retirement age it leaves a large gap.
If you are looking for a career that offers a good living for yourself and or family--being a pilot offers that opportunity. 
Not only pilots are going to be needed for the commercial transportation of passengers, but also for charter companies, businesses, emergency medical and many more opportunities. 
Check the American Winds website for more information on aviation careers http://teachmetofly.com/
Check out the article:
http://www.kansas.com/2012/07/17/2411426/pilot-supply-a-major-concern-for.html

Read more here: http://www.kansas.com/2012/07/17/2411426/pilot-supply-a-major-concern-for.html#storylink=cpy

American Winds Flight Academy is well known for its International Flight School.

Students come from many areas seeking a career in aviation. Training pilots is the business of AWFA. Pictured here in the international version of O-H-I-O is left to right...

Vijay Bose Subaschandrabose from Sivakasi, India

Karthikeyan Jeganathan from Chennai, India

Ashween Rajasekaren from Chennai, India


For more information on training programs for international pilots in the US and all the programs offered at AWFA visit www.teachmetofly.com.

It has been a long time dream for Luke Deford. He never missed an airshow at the Akron Fulton Airport when he was young. Maybe it began when he first went on a plane ride with a friend of his dad's. It was when he was 8 that he first approached his dad and asked, "Will you pay for me to get my pilots license when I am older?" It has been a long time dream for Luke Deford. He never missed an airshow at the Akron Fulton Airport when he was young. Maybe it began when he first went on a plane ride with a friend of his dad's. It was when he was 8 that he first approached his dad and asked, "Will you pay for me to get my pilots license when I am older?" When Luke turned 15 and was a freshman at Ellet High School he decided to take his dad up on the training and began to attend American Winds Flight Academy. He received his private pilots licenses and now just graduated from high school, He is just a few lessons away from taking his Instrument checkride. "I have enjoyed my flying career at AWFA and have been helped and mentored far more than just in the flying field, but in all parts of my life. I am attending Kent State University this fall to become an Air Traffic Controller, but plan to continue training at AWFA and get all of my ratings."

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A Great Day for 8th Graders at AWFA

It was all about the future entrepreneurs on this day at AWFA!
These students from the National Inventors Hall of Fame Middle School took visited American Winds to get a lesson in entrepreneurialship. It was a hands-on adventure for the 80 students, as they each had a chance to climb in the pilot’s seat of several planes. The students are a part of Ed Garcia's, pilot trained at AW, class at the school.

This lesson was not just to show the students opportunities in the many aspects of aviation careers, but it was to show the eager students what it takes to achieve the goals of owning their own business as an entrepreneur. President of AWFA, Mike Kolomichuk gave the kids a lesson in the business end of as an owner of a company.

Chief Pilot and owner of American Winds, Denise Hobart talked with the students about the opportunities in an aviation career, that included being a commercial pilot, flight instructor and mechanic.

American Winds flight instructors were showing the students the ins and outs of the planes used to train pilots.

First Fly-In of the Summer!

The first Fly-In of the summer took place in Geauga County on June 23. 

Chief Denise said, "It was kind of like having an airport day."

 It was sponsored by the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), which is designed to promote aviation. The EAA oversees a program called the Young Eagles. 
Chief said they had some neat war birds on display, sometimes they have an airshow and they gave free airplane rides to young kids. 



"We were there promoting American Winds Flight Academy and aviation while giving airplane rides. It is a way to open the airport and get people interested in the world of aviation," Chief Denise said. She is always telling everyone how they can become a pilot!

Representing American Winds were Kris Aquinde and Chris Stevenot. 

Good Time to be Thinking of an Aviation Career

It is being predicted that there is going to be a shortage of airline pilots over the next 20 years. 

May sound like a long time, but if you are thinking of being a pilot, or have any interest in aviation this is a good time to act on it.

It has been foretasted by one of the largest commercial jet makers, that more than 450,000 pilots will be needed around the world. Boeing said that growth is expected between now and the year 2031 in the industry. But, the company also says that it is expected that there will be a need for more than 600,000 new aircraft maintenance workers.

Chief Denise has been talking to groups expressing the concern that there will be a lack of well trained pilots over these next 10 or so years.

American Winds Flight Academy has been working to get the word out at local high schools that aviation career minded students can look forward to rewarding careers and a good job market. "It can be a real safety concern, if there are not enough qualified pilots and technicians to handle the amount of jobs that will be available," she said.

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