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THE LATEST NEWS FROM "THE GROVE"
N95091 SCHEDULE
FINALLY! 95091 will be going to the avionics shop on August 8th to get a panel
upgrade and a Garmin 430 installed!
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
Lew Smith - New Commercial Pilot!
" HOT !! " .......was how Examiner Joe Killough described Lew Smith's
commercial pilot test .......referring to the 100 degree checkride temperature and the 4-hour "grilling" oral
examination rather than Lew's performance, nonetheless, Lew passed in his Mooney and is Wilgrove's newest commercial pilot.
Some that say there is a twin on the horizon! Any truth to the rumor Lew?
BTW....Be sure to ask Lew about "Mooney Appeal"!
CONGRATULATIONS LEW!!
Gregg Whitt, CFII
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Thursday, June 17, 2010 Erich Leech – First Solo! Erich Leech did a grand job on his first solo today at 8A6 by making three perfect landings in N897MB. Congratulations Erich on a great job. Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010 Jeff Koss – First Solo! Today at 8A6 Jeff Koss defied the laws of gravity and did a splendid job planting three perfect landings on his first solo in N897MB. Congratulations Jeff on a great job. Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
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Tuesday May 8, 2010 Andrew Pace - New Private Pilot! Andrew earned his Private Pilot license today with FAA Designated Examiner, Joe Killough at Wilgrove Airport (8A6) in Cherokee N897MB. Despite a delay last week for low ceilings and high winds, Andrew successfully passed his Private Pilot Oral, then nailed his practical test! I am proud of you Andrew! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Monday May 7, 2010 Nathan Thornton - New Private Pilot! After a lot of hard work, Nathan earned his private pilot certificate today in N897MB with Fred Saverance at Florence Regional Airport (FLO). Congratulations Nathan on a job well done. Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
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Thursday, May 20, 2010 Chris Bennett – First Solo! Chris demonstrated three outstanding solo takeoffs and landings today at Monroe Airport (EQY) in Cherokee N897MB. He could not wait to get his shirt tail cut off! Chris is now on his way to completing his dream of becoming a Private Pilot! Congratulations, Chris! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Wednesday May 19, 2010 Don Arthur - New Private Pilot! Don earned his Private Pilot license today with FAA Designated Examiner, Larry Morris at Concord Airport (JQF) in Cherokee N897MB. Despite a delay last week for bad weather, Don would not be denied today to obtain his Private Pilot Certificate waiting for the clouds to clear! Next – Instrument Rating (with help from the V.A. program)! Great Job, Don! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Sunday, May 16, 2010 Jack Corsi – First Solo! Jack nailed three solo takeoffs and landings today at Monroe Airport (EQY) in Cherokee N897MB on a day riddled with thunderstorms. His dad got an up-close movie of the takeoffs & landings – so close the airport personnel asked him to move away from the runway. Great work Jack - I am proud of you!! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
Monday, March 15, 2010
Jason Young - New Private Pilot!
Jason earned his Private Pilot license today with FAA Designated
Examiner, Larry Morris at Concord Airport (JQF) in Cherokee N897MB. Despite an earlier continuance for high winds,
Jason showed Larry the “right way” to perform the Private Pilot maneuvers this morning!
CONGRATULATIONS JASON!!
Gregg Whitt, CFII and Jeff Hightower, CFII
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Friday, March 5, 2010 Robert "Jack" Parrish – First Solo! Today Jack Parrish did a spectacular job of soloing at the Wilgrove Airport. WELL DONE JACK!!! Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
Monday, March 1, 2010
Denison Oliveira - New Commercial Pilot!
Despite a recent FAA Ramp Check, high winds
and broken flaps, Denison earned his Commercial Pilot license
today in Arrow 3805T with FAA Designated Examiner, Joe Killough. Denison continues his
trek towards his ATP certificate!
CONGRATULATIONS DENISON!!
Gregg Whitt, CFII
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| Friday, December 4, 2009 | ||
| One last ride for the infamous "Rocket". On the left, pall bearers Jack, Jason (In Uniform), Don, Robert, Calvin, and Alan on the long and dreary march. And on the right, one final salute to the legendary N8322R...As the band (not pictured) plays Hail To The Rocket! | ||
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009 Andrew Pace – First Solo! Andrew nailed three solo takeoffs and landings today at Monroe Airport (EQY) in Cherokee N897MB on an absolutely beautiful sunny day. I tried to order some wind, but he would still have nailed the landings. Watch out Wilgrove (8A6) – here comes Andrew!!!! Great work Andrew!... Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
Thursday, October 10, 2009
Ben Wright - New Private Pilot!
Ben earned his Private Pilot license today with FAA
Designated Examiner, Larry Morris at Concord Airport (JQF) in Cherokee N897MB. He had to entertain two
FAA officials during his Private Pilot Oral and one even flew on the Practical Checkride with he and
Larry. But Ben took it all in stride and aced his checkride!
CONGRATULATIONS BEN!!
Gregg Whitt, CFII
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Tuesday, July 14, 2009 Nelson Villatoro – First Solo! Congratulations to Nelson Villatoro. Nelson soloed today at EQY in the Mighty N897MB and did a spectacular job....Wilgrove will be next! WELL DONE NELSON!!! Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
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Friday, June 26, 2009 Lew Smith - New Instrument Pilot! Neither the weather nor the FAA was going to deny Lew, who earned his instrument rating ticket today in N4389F with designated examiner Joe Killough. With approaches at Asheboro and Stanley County Airports, Lew showed Joe how it was done – the right way! CONGRATULATIONS LEW! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Saturday, June 20, 2009 Cody Cannaday – First Solo! In front of his Dad - Curt, Brother – Clint, and Ken Ashley, Cody wowed his audience with three outstanding solo takeoffs and landings at Monroe Airport (EQY) in Cherokee N6792J today! Another “First Solo” for the famous "Flying Cannaday" family!! Wilgrove Airport is next!! CODY – YOU DA MAN!! Great work!! ...Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Sunday, June 7, 2009 Jacob Mast – First Solo! Jacob Mast soloed today at the Monroe Airport and did a spectacular job in N897MB. Jacob is a military man on leave and with a heavy flight schedule he managed to solo in 10 days. Now he is ready to earn his Wilgrove Stripes!! CONGRATULATIONS JACOB!! Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
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Friday, May 29, 2009 Don Arthur – First Solo! Don nailed 3 takeoffs and landings today in Cherokee N897MB at Monroe Airport (EQY) for his First Solo!! As an ex-Navy Flight Controller, Don made sure that everyone stayed away from the airport while he soloed. Nice Landings, Don!! I am proud of you!! CONGRATULATIONS Don!! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Saturday May 9, 2009 Doug Smith - New Private Pilot! Doug is Wilgrove’s newest Private Pilot as of today passing his checkride in Cherokee N897MB at Concord Airport with designated examiner Larry Morris. Despite devastating winds (gusts to 14 knots) and limited visibility (9 SM), Doug impressed Larry with his dazzling flight maneuvers and cross-country pilotage skills! CONGRATULATIONS DOUG! – You da Man!! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Saturday May 2, 2009 Adam Johnstone - New Private Pilot! Adam earned his Private Pilot license today with FAA Designated Examiner, Joe Killough. The oral and practical went great, ending with an aerobatic landing (Apparently his instructor forgot to tell him that the Cherokees aren't supposed to do that!) by Adam in Cherokee N897MB. Adam is now ready to fly to his home in Toronto, Canada. CONGRATULATIONS ADAM !! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Tuesday, April 28, 2009 Denison Oliveira - New Instrument Pilot! Denison earned his instrument pilot ticket today in N7291F with designated examiner Joe Killough. We must assume that Denison loves a challenge since he broke the plane during his last prep flight on Monday and had to take the plane to the avionics shop on Tuesday morning to get it fixed prior to his ckeckride. And by the way, if you need to know the status of the localizer at Stanley County just check with Denison! CONGRATULATIONS Deninson for a job well done! Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
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Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Ben Wright – First Solo! Ben nailed three solo takeoffs and landings today at Monroe Airport (EQY) in Cherokee N897MB while dodging a pesky helicopter in the pattern! He is now ready to tackle Wilgrove (8A6)!! Great work, Ben!! ... Gregg Whitt, CFII | ||
Saturday, December 13, 2008
James Blackham - New Instrument Pilot!
Congratulations to James as he passed his
instrument checkride today at Concord with FAA examiner Larry Morris in N7291F....
And he did not break the airplane!
We also want to congratulate James on his acceptance at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University,
with scholarship!!
Excellent Job, James! Gregg Whitt, CFII
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Wednesday, November 26, 2008 Dale Hutchinson – First Solo! Here is Dale Hutchinson after completing his first solo today at Monroe Airport in N897MB and doing a great job! CONGRATULATIONS Dale for a job well done! Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
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Saturday, November 22, 2008 Pete Brennan - New Private Pilot! Pete earned his Private Pilot Certificate today in the Mighty N6792"Jet" at Concord Airport with designated examiner Larry Morris. According to Pete "it was a piece of cake", but that's what they all say. CONGRATULATIONS Pete for a job well done! Jean Paul Prouveur, CFII | ||
Monday, November 17, 2008
Brian Rossmeisl - New Private Pilot!
Congratulations to Brian Rossmeisl on a job well done today.
Brian soared through his private checkride with FAA examiner Joe Killough in the mighty N897MB.
Great Job, Brian! Robert Reynolds, CFII
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Doug Smith - First Solo!
Doug nailed 3 takeoffs and landings today in Cherokee N4168J at
Monroe Airport (EQY) for his first solo!!
Great Job, Doug! Gregg Whitt, CFII
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Donald Foster - First Solo!
Donald Foster successfully completed his first solo today
in N6792J at Monroe Airport. With his instructor videotaping this historic flight, and his family looking on,
Donald piloted the mighty 92J to a fine landing! Congratulations Donald!
David Gill, CFI
( Thanks also to Gregg Whitt for his assistance )
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Wednesday, October 15, 2008 John Knapp – First Solo! John Knapp completed his first solo on October 15, 2008 at Monroe Airport in N897MB and did a spectacular job! Now it is time for him to earn his "Wilgrove Stripes". CONGRATULATIONS John for a job well done! Robert Reynolds, CFII | ||
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| Saturday, September 20, 2008 | ||
| Pictures from our cookout provided by Bob Stroup, although the
pictures were taken by his grandaughter Ashlynn....Thanks to Bob, Debbie, and Ashlynn for your help. And a BIG thanks to the Instructors, Curt, and Mike who managed to get 51 future aviators into the air, many for their first time ever in an airplane! A long day, but sure was fun!!! | ||
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August 18, 2008 N8322R HAS BEEN RETIRED As of today 8322R will be removed from the schedule. It will be replaced by 897MB later this week when it gets out of the shop. The "Rocket" has served many of us well over the years and now it is time for a change. Brian Lambe and Mike Morris took it up last night for it's final "farewell" flight. | ||
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Friday, July 25, 2008 Jason Young – First Solo! Jason Young completed his first solo today at Monroe airport in the mighty N8322"Rocket". This great achievement occurring on his mother’s birthday of which we are sure she is very proud. He made three touch and goes with the last being a full stop, and all landings were excellent. CONGRATULATIONS Jason for a job well done! Jeff Hightower, CFII | ||
Saturday, June 21, 2008
James French – New Private Pilot!
Jim (Mountain Man) French became Wilgrove’s newest Private Pilot
today while dazzling FAA Examiner Joe Killough in Cherokee N8322R with his flying skills. He set the record
for driving distance to obtain his license - commuting weekly from Bluefield, VA (3 hours each way).
I am very proud of Jim’s dedication and endurance to achieve one of his life’s dreams. Now go buy an airplane!!
CONGRATULATIONS, Jim!!! …Gregg Whitt, CFII
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May 27, 2008 Welcome Tyler Molina - His First Dual! Marcelo and Kathy Molina had their baby on May 27, 2008! Here is Marcelo going over stall and spin recovery with Tyler. Hopefully they will have Tyler logging some hours soon. CONGRATULATIONS To Kathy and Marcelo, and Welcome Aboard Tyler! | ||
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Tuesday, May 6, 2008 Brian Rossmeisl - First Solo! Brian Rossmeisl soloed today at Wilgrove in N8322 "Rocket" at approximately 7:30PM with four other planes in the traffic pattern. Did a great job with no bounces. Way to go Brian! CONGRATULATIONS To Brian, and his Instructor Robert Reynolds, CFII! | ||
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Gary Williams – New Private Pilot!
Although Gary already has a Private Pilot License from
South Africa, the FAA decided they wanted him to prove his flying talents in the USA, which he did
extremely well today with FAA Examiner Joe Killough in Gary's Grumman American Traveler (N6155J) to
become the newest Private Pilot at Wilgrove Airport.
Working with Robert Reynolds, CFII and Gregg Whitt, CFII, Gary made them proud!!
CONGRATULATIONS, Gary!!!
Saturday, March 18, 2008
Clear The Airways....He's Back!!!
Winston Martin (AKA The Jamaican Flash) is back with us all the
way from Jamaica.
For those of you who remember, Winston was here last year and flew almost 90 hours in just over 3 weeks!
Winston plans to be here for about 10 days on this trip, and is shooting for about 40 hours
of flight time. And the reason Winston loves to fly here, rental for a Cessna 172 goes for about
$240.00 per hour in Jamaica.
WELCOME BACK WINSTON!!!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Kerry Norton – New Private Pilot!
Kerry passed his private pilot checkride today with Examiner Joe Killough
at Wilgrove in N8322"Rocket". Of course Kerry says it went well, but we don't have "the rest of the story".
Kerry also says it will be at least 4 years before he owns an airplane.....stay tuned!
CONGRATULATIONS KERRY!!! ....Gary Hillenburg, CFII (Starter Instructor), Robert Reynolds, CFII finished him up.
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February 2008 Jasmine McDevitt has arrived! In Ed's own words.... "We took off in perfect "VFR" conditions and then out of no where hit some "MVFR" conditions that soon turned into full blown "IMC", but in the end my sweet girl Michelle made a perfect soft field landing and we are safe and sound on the ground. Turns out we have a perfect little "Juliet" named Jasmine." CONGRATULATIONS To Michelle, Ed, and of course WELCOME ABOARD Jasmine! | ||
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Lew Smith – New Private Pilot!
Neither wind, turbulence, a flu bug, nor the FAA could stop Lew
today as he became the newest Private Pilot at Wilgrove Airport. After giving FAA Examiner Joe Killough
an almost flawless checkride in Cherokee N4168J, humble Lew just said, “I was lucky”.
Lew - Your the Man! ....Gregg Whitt, CFII
Monday, January 28, 2008
LATE BREAKING NEWS!!!! The Infamous Gregg Whitt is Now a CFII!
Our own Mr. Whitt finally passed his grueling CFII checkride today
at Wilgrove with examiner Joe Killough. It shouldn't have taken so long, but he kept breaking
7291F everytime he flew it! (Unconfirmed sources have indicated that weather might have been an issue as well)
Gregg has many students looking forward to sharpening their instrument flying skills with him in the right seat!
Congratulations Gregg, CFI, CFII
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Adam Johnstone – First Solo!
Adam had a big week – after spending a week snow skiing in
Switzerland, he came back and completed three solo takeoffs and landings at Monroe (EQY) in Cherokee N4168J!
Adam is from Canada and is in the U.S. on a contract assignment. Hopefully he will decide to stay!!
Great Work Adam!! .... Gregg Whitt, CFI
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Dylan Morrison – First Solo!
Dylan nailed three solo takeoffs and landings at Monroe Airport
(EQY) today in Cherokee N4168J in front of a captive audience including his Mother, Father, Brother, Fiancée,
and both Grandparents! Dylan has worked really hard for this, while working full time, building a house and
preparing for his upcoming wedding. Yes – he was ready!!
Congratulations Dylan - I am proud of you!! .... Gregg Whitt, CFI
Tuesday, January 8, 2008
4168J is back on line today sporting it's new panel lighting!
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Sunday, January 6, 2008 David Gill - Multi-Engine Instructor Wilgrove instructor David Gill continued adding to his aviation resume today by successfully completing his Multi-Engine Instructor checkride at Hickory Regional Airport with FAA Designated Examiner Pat Schmertzler. On his return flight to Concord Airport, he was happy to have both engines running again, as much of the checkride was spent with only one engine operating! ( as had been expected ). David would like to thank his instructor, Rick Cassels. Congratulations David Gill cfi, cfii, MEI! | ||
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Jennifer Smith Stewart - New Private Pilot
Jennifer, soon to be a new Mom, passed her Private Pilot Check Ride
with Larry Morris today at the Concord airport in N8322R. Sounds like things went
very well eventhough the examiner had her fly every maneuver in the PTS.
Congratulations to Jennifer!!!....and Jean-Paul Prouveur, CFI, CFII
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Thursday, December 13, 2007 Robert Isenhour - New Private Pilot Many years have passed since he flew with the legendary Flight Instructor Dave Thornton at 8A6, but Robert finally passed his Private Pilot check ride today at Wilgrove Airport (8A6) in Cherokee 140 N6792J with designated FAA Examiner Joe Killough. Is that dedication or What! Just days after a simulated check ride with Joe, Robert breezed through his oral and practical exam to become Wilgrove’s newest Private Pilot, much to the delight of his wife, Ginger and his 2 daughters, who were in line for their first flight with their Daddy. Congratulations to Robert! .... Gregg Whitt, CFI | ||
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Sunday December 2, 2007 The Flying Blackhams add another one!! James Blackham - New Private Pilot James started flying at Wilgrove when he was age 13. He has actually been ready for his check ride for several years, but had to wait until he was 17. His patience and perseverance finally paid off today when he passed his Private Pilot check ride at Concord Regional Airport (JQF) in Cherokee 140 N6792J with designated FAA Examiner Larry Morris. Despite clouds rolling in, and his Mother, Jane Blackham (fellow Wilgrove Private Pilot) and Instructor, Gregg Whitt impatiently waiting to hear from him, James was able to give Larry an excellent check ride! With a recent visit to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and others in the near future, James is ready to continue his career in Aviation! Next stop - Instrument Rating! Who will be the next Blackham Private Pilot – Father Peter or Brother Mark? Maybe even Chris! I am very proud of you, James!! --- Gregg Whitt, CFI | ||
Saturday, December 1, 2007
FIRST SOLO - James French
Jim completed three (3) excellent solo takeoffs and landings
today at the Monroe Airport (EQY) in Cherokee N4168J. His cousin (ME - Gregg Whitt) was at the
airport jumping up and down to cheer him on.
CONGRATULATIONS JIM - Must be the family genes!!...Gregg Whitt, CFI!
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Sunday November 25, 2007 Ever thought about signing up with Angel Flight. Justin Kinee, obviously the one on the right, was wounded by an IED in Iraq in 2005. He has lost the use of his left arm and walks with great difficulty. He was initially told that he would never walk again. He has also lost a portion of his hearing and sight! A small effort from us, for someone who has given so much, to get him back to Jacksonville after spending Thanksgiving with his family. Please keep Justin in your prayers. And thanks to Bill Cooper for his help from the right seat. You can contact Angel Flight Mid-Atlantic at: 4620 Haygood Road, Ste. 1 Virginia Beach, VA 23455 Toll Free: 800-296-3797 or www.angelflightmidatlantic.org | ||
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Matt Pelletier - New Private Pilot
After years of piloting radio control airplanes, Mat
can now fly the real things as he passed his Private Pilot check ride today at Concord Regional Airport
(JQF) in Cherokee 140 N6792J with designated FAA Examiner Larry Morris.
Mat does have a little secret to pass on to other flight students - He was having a little trouble nailing
down his landings, took a week off for a vacation to Mexico, and when he returned, his landings were awesome.
Answer: Go to Mexico!
Congratulations to Mat! GREAT JOB!! .... Gregg Whitt, CFI
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Sunday November 18, 2007 Our very own instructor, David Gill, passed his commercial multi-engine rating today at Concord Airport. Here he is after his checkride with FAA Designated Examiner Pat Schmertzler of Hickory, NC. Congratulations David!!! | ||
Thursday, November 8, 2007
Brian Lambe passed his private pilot check ride today at Wilgrove
in N8322R with designated examiner Joe Killough. Sounded like the "ride" went very well.
Brian's initial instructor was Frank de Almeida. Congratulations to Brian and his final
instructor Gary Hillenburg for a job well done!
Saturday, November 3, 2007
We have two new instructors that will be joining the staff at Wilgrove
in the coming week.
Jeff Hightower comes to us retired from USAir with approximately 27,000 hours of flight time. He is also
a partner in a Beech Sundowner that is based here at Wilgrove. Jeff holds his CFI, CFII, and MEI certificates.
Sam Lewis also comes to us from USAir and has accumulated over 7,000 hours of flight time. Sam holds
his CFI, CFII, and MEI certification.
Please join us in welcoming Jeff and Sam to the staff at the "Grove"
And please go easy on the "newbies"
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Brian Long passed his private pilot check ride today at Wilgrove
in N4168J with designated examiner Joe Killough. Brian proved that you can land...or try to land downwind
with the examiner on board and still pass the checkride! Congratulations to Brian and his instructor
Gary Hillenburg for a job well done!
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Monday October 29, 2007 Drew Dunkin (the one with the BIG grin) is shown here with his instructor after having completed his first solo today at the Grove on runway 35 in 8322R "The Rocket". A nervous Mom and Dad were on hand to witness the historic event. CONGRATULATIONS! to Drew and all the best to his instructor...Gary Hillenburg, CFI | ||
October 27, 2007
Gary Hillenburg, CFI will be leaving us at the end of October. Glenna and Gary have bought a home in West Jefferson, NC and will be moving soon. Glenna is going home but Gary will have to learn how to be a "mountain man". We all wish you both the best and hope that you will visit us often. Thanks to both for all you have done here at the Grove!!!
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Saturday October 13, 2007 Derek Barnes performed his first solo today at Stanley County Airport in the mighty 6792J. This photo captures the historic event as it happened. The only thing brighter than that landing light is the grin on Derek's face! Derek performed his first Wilgrove solo the very next day in 4168J. He's now looking forward to beginning his cross-country training and actually going somewhere! Congratulations Derek!!! And to his instructor, David Gill CFII | ||
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Monday October 1, 2007 Pilar Pees gave birth to Samantha at 6:03 this morning, weighing 7lbs/8 ounces, 21 inches long, and with a good bit of dark hair. Mother and baby are doing just fine and will be in CMC University Hospital until Wednesday before going home. Congratulations to Pilar, Philip, and of course Samantha!!! | ||
Sunday, September 30, 2007
FIRST SOLO - Pete Brennen
Pete soloed this morning at 8:30 AM at Monroe airport
in N4168J "The Jet", landing on RWY05. He did 3 landings and one go around.
CONGRATULATIONS TO PETE...and his instructor Jean Paul Prouveur, CFI, CFII!
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Saturday September 15, 2007 Fred Marble, shown here with his instructor, passed his private pilot checkride today with Fred Saverance in the mighty N6792J at Florence. He says that he "nailed" his steep turns....but, of course, that's what they all say! CONGRATULATIONS to Fred for a job well done and his instructor...David Gill! His initial instructor was Frank de Almeida. | ||
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
FIRST SOLO - Owen Caldwell
Owen (his aviation name - otherwise goes by Tyler) completed three (3)
excellent solo takeoffs and landings at the Monroe Airport (EQY) in Cherokee
N8322R.
His father was at the airport to cheer him on.
CONGRATULATIONS OWEN - I am proud of you!!...Gregg Whitt, CFI!
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| Sunday, September 2, 2007 | ||
| If all goes according to plan, N7319G will be at Wilgrove by the end of the week
as the replacement for N7410G All did go according to the plan and 19G is here! | ||
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| Thursday, August 30, 2007 | ||
| Jon Parsons treated us to a great show of his skills when he flew the Apache into Wilgrove today. Good Luck Jon and A BIG THANKS for what you do! | ||
August 18, 2007
It appears that, pending a title search, Brenda and Randolph Scott
have purchased their first airplane (Piper Arrow N3757T) from Earl Fortner. CONGRATULATIONS to the Scotts.
We all hope you enjoy the airplane.
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Tuesday August 14, 2007 Kerry Norton, shown here with his instructor, completed his first solo today at the Grove by making three great laps around the patch in N8322R "The Rocket" on runway 35. And yes the plane does climb better and land longer without that instructor in the cockpit. CONGRATULATIONS to Kerry and his instructor...Gary Hillenburg! | ||
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Tuesday August 14, 2007 John Simmerman and Amy Young are pictured here showing off their newest acquisition. They purchased the Gruman Traveler from Florence and John managed to find his way back home solo! Congratulations and hope you enjoy many years of flying in the Green Goslin...at least I think that is what Amy called it! We have been corrected...it is the GREEN GOBLIN! | ||
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Monday August 13, 2007 Local Boy Scout troop #65 is shown here learning to pre-flight N7291F. They are working on their aviation merit badge. Not sure their teacher is a bonafide instructor though... but we did not tell them! | ||
Friday, August 10, 2007
Nathaniel Lynch passed his private pilot
check ride today at Wilgrove
in N8322R with designated examiner Joe Killough. Based on the available information, it appears that
all went well and Nathaniel did a super job! Congratulations to Nathaniel and his instructor
Gregg Whitt for a job well done! Sounds like it is Gold Seal time for Gregg.
Thursday, July 26, 2007
The engine on the Archer has completed the
break-in and it is available
for rental as of today!
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
Finally, after almost 3 years the ARCHER is back on the line for rent as of today!
It is available for cross country flights only for about the next 15 to 20 hours until the engine completes
the break-in. Instructions are posted on the key box in the office.
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| Saturday, June 30, 2007 | ||
| Ken Ashley (aka: Snoop Dog) is shown here preparing his "gyro" and on the takeoff roll for the second flight of the day. Ken made his maiden voyage in Snoopy about an hour earlier in the day. Yes...it actually did fly! BTW, we promised not to discuss the landing. | ||
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Dr. Larry Watts passed his private pilot check ride with examiner Joe Killough today in 7291F. We are anxiously awaiting more details of the experience along with the pictures. Congratulations to Larry and his instructor David Gill for a job well done!
We understand that the Blackham's are coming home to stay in August....we are anxiously awaiting their return!
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| June 22, 2007 | ||
| Lyndon Bartlett with his brother Lawson "dropping" into Wilgrove. Lyndon is attending the Air Force Academy....Hey Janet and Kelly....maybe you should buy him a car? | ||
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| May, 2007 | ||
| On a recent business trip to Japan, Andy Wall took these aerial photos. The one on the left is Kansai International Airport. Built on an artificial island, it is known as the "sinking airport". The picture on the right is Kobe Airport, also surrounded by water | ||
May 25, 2007
Lew Smith completed his first solo today using runway 23 at Monroe in 4168 "Jet". CONGRATULATIONS to Lew and to his instructor...Gregg Whitt!
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April 22, 2007 Brian Lambe, having soloed at Wilgrove in the "Rocket", is shown here with his wife Kelly and instructor Gary Hillenburg. As it is often said...Brian received his Wilgrove Stripes today..... CONGRATULATIONS Brian!!! | ||
April 8, 2007
Brian Long earned his "Wilgrove Stripes" today having completed
his first solo at the Grove on runway 17 in 8322 "Rocket". We confirmed that he did bring back the nose wheel as
Gary had requested. CONGRATULATIONS to Brian and to his instructor...Gary Hillenburg!
April 3, 2007
James Blackham completed his first solo at Monroe on runway 23 in 4168J. Time ran out before he could accomplish the same task at Wilgrove...but he will be back! CONGRATULATIONS to James and to his instructor...Gregg Whitt!
December 10, 2006
Mike Worthington completed his first solo today at the Grove on runway 17. We believe he used 6792J to accomplish this feat. CONGRATULATIONS to Mike and to his instructor...John Gatchel!
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November, 2006 7410G has a big brother arriving at the "Grove". The Caravan is owned by Griffin Masonry. (Thanks to Ron Horton for the photo) | ||
October 4, 2006
Matt Pelletier completed his first solo at the Monroe Airport today on runway 23 in 4168J. CONGRATULATIONS to Matt and to his instructor...Gregg Whitt!
June 6, 2006
Nathaniel Lynch completed his first solo at Wilgrove today on runway 35 in 4168J. CONGRATULATIONS to Nathaniel and to his instructor...Gary Hillenburg!
October 18, 2005
Fred Marble demonstrated his piloting skills by completing his first solo today at the Grove on runway 17 in 6792J. CONGRATULATIONS to Fred and to his instructor...Frank de Almeida!
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October, 2005 A BIG Thanks to McGee Brothers for the Office Makeover! | ||
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October 9, 2004 Randolph Scott, shown here with his wife Brenda, completed his first solo at Wilgrove today in 8322R. Appears he is the "star" of the day. CONGRATULATIONS to Randolph and his instructor...Gary Hillenburg! | ||
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November 28, 2000 Part of the "Wild Bunch" hanging out at Davidson County Airport (or as some might say the "Over the Hill Gang"). | ||
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