First Solo

Brian Stockton soloed the DSMFC Archer Monday evening on what had 

to be the hottest night this year; I swear it was a hundred degrees! 

Congratulations Brian . . .

New CFI

Congratulations to Eric Reese, Des Moines Flying Club's newest Flight Instructor.

Hawkeye Flyers Tailwheel Club - New Member

Congratulations to Tom Drew 

Tom earned his tailwheel endorsement Sunday. 

We did it in my favorite Decathlon . . .

New Pilot

Alex Ritter passed his PPL check-ride today. Alex attends Moody Bible College in Spokane, Washington and finished up his training while he was home for the summer. His goal is to become a missionary pilot. He's heading back to school tomorrow with a Private Pilot certificate in his pocket. 

Congratulations Alex!

Another Solo

John Skinner soloed the Taylorcraft at Osceola (I75) yesterday.  Congratulations John . . .