Dennis Firestone

First Officer at Horizon Air

Guidance from Dennis

"Develop a good work ethic now. When you’re in college it is easy to skip out on class or studying but when you get into a training class with an airline, the workload really ramps up and already having a good work ethic becomes even more important."

Success Journey

Oct '19 | Enrolled

Enrolled in the Aeronautics bachelors degree program.

Hired

Interviewed and hired at SkyWest while working toward bachelor's degree.

Apr '23 | Graduated

Graduated with Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from CAU.

Hired

Interviewed and hired at Horizon.

Accolades

I taught the instrument ground bravo class, worked in the campus cafe, and worked as a CFI and CFII at CAU.

Steps to Success

I joined the Horizon Pilot Development program after seeing them at a visit at CAU, then worked with Graduate Services to prepare for the interview, and after getting accepted built my hours before going on to the hiring class for Horizon Air.

Future Goals

I just joined the mentor program and would like to work to become a captain for Horizon. I would like to teach incoming classes in the future as well.

Certifications & Ratings Earned

Student Pilot Certificate

Private Pilot Certificate

Commercial Pilot Certificate

Certified Flight Instructor

Certified Flight Instructor Instrument

Multi-Engine Pilot Rating

Instrument Pilot Rating