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14 Wednesday, May 31, 2017 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon Another flight science student solos in Sisters The Flight Science pro- gram has added another stu- dent to its list of solo pilots. Andrew Mayes, a senior at Sisters High School, accom- plished the milestone of his first solo last weekend in Outlaw Aviation’s Cessna 172 trainer plane. “My goal is to earn my private pilot certificate before I leave for college in fall,” said Mayes. To achieve this, Mayes will need to pass a written exam, an oral exam, and an in-flight check-ride with an FAA Designated Examiner. “I will be busy flying and preparing this summer,” he said. Mayes intends to make a career in aviation. He has been accepted into the U.S. Air Force ROTC program at Utah State in fall, where he plans to study history. Once he earns his degree, he hopes to be accepted into Air Force flight training. Although flight training is extremely competitive, already holding a private pilot certificate will give Mayes a distinct advan- tage. After retiring from the Air Force, Mayes then hopes to fly commercially for a major airline. The Flight Science course at SHS is a challenging and popular elective sequence running the entire year, inte- grating the study of aerody- namics, physics, chemistry, navigation, and meteorol- ogy. The class helps prepare students to pass the rigorous FAA Private Pilot written exam. Mayes lists the Flight Science course as one of his favorite classes at SHS, and plans to take the FAA written exam early this summer. In addition to the academic study of the ground school, students pursuing their pri- vate pilot license must train in an actual aircraft with a certif- icated flight instructor (CFI). Sam Monte, the flight instruc- tor for Outlaw Aviation at the Sisters Airport, is a gradu- ate of the COCC Aviation Department. “Andrew is a natural avia- tor. He has only logged 17 hours of flight instruction in an airplane, and he was ready to solo,” Monte said. While the academic ground school curriculum is free to students at SHS, flight instruction costs are not cov- ered by the school. Mayes has been awarded scholar- ships to pay for flight instruc- tion. Outlaw Aviation, owned by Benny and Julie Benson of the Sisters Airport, also provides a matching schol- arship fund. For all funds a student brings to their flight training, whether it’s from other scholarships such as The Roundhouse Foundation or AOPA, or from family con- tributions, the Bensons match those funds through credit with Outlaw Aviation. “Becoming a pilot takes a lot of dedication. We are so proud of Andrew and what he has accomplished, and the incredible young man he has become. Andrew is work- ing very hard learning to fly. We are so grateful that he has the support of these scholar- ships and the Bensons; oth- erwise Andrew would not have the opportunity to fly while in high school,” said Molly Mayes, Andrew’s mother. Year-round FIREWOOD SALES — Kindling — PHOTO PROVIDED Andrew Mayes, with flight instructor Sam Monte, plans to enter Air force flight training. SAVE S AVV E GAS. G AS. EX EXTEND TIRE LIFE. Schedule your alignment today! a l — — SISTERS FOREST PRODUCTS 541-410-4509 SistersForestProducts.com 541-549-1026 541 54 5 4 9 1 0 26 DAVIS TIRE 188 W. Sisters Park Dr. In Sisters Industrial Park across from SnoCap Mini Storage Serving Sisters Since 1962. Congratulations, SHS Graduates! Your Care wishes you a healthy dose of success! Your Care... Sisters’ Choice for Walk-In and Urgent Care! 541-548-2899 3818 SW 21st Pl. Hwy. 126 to Redmond, two turns and you’re there! (Near fairgrounds) YourCareMedical.com Summer or Long-Term LMTs & Nail Techs Flexible Schedule Competitive Pay Plus Great Tips Sign-On Bonus • Free Golf • Free Pool Use Free SUP/Kayak/Canoe Rentals View available positions and apply online at BlackButteRanch.com or call 541-595-1523