Jayden Castro

Captain for Apollo MedFlight

Guidance from Jayden

"Don't get stuck. You may have to scale back on pay or take a loss, but make sure you keep moving forward. In the end it will all work out as long as you keep flying and gaining experience. Even if the economy is tough, this is a great profession as long as you stick with it and go where the opportunities are. Also, make friends; don't make enemies."

Success Journey

Aug '18 | Enrolled

Enrolled in the Aeronautics bachelors degree program.

Oct '22 | Graduated

Graduated with Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from CAU.

Hired

Hired as CFI.

Hired

Hired at freight company.

Hired

Hired at Apollo MedFlight

Steps to Success

I graduated and built my hours working as a CFI, got to 1200 hours for my 135 minimums and I started working for a freight company. After starting this position, I was able to gain a lot of hardcore instrument training in the PNW. It was a grueling position, but I broadened my spectrum greatly during that time. I diversified my experience through increased Turbine PIC time, which led me to my current position at Apollo MedFlight.

Future Goals

My goal is to skirt the regionals and move directly to the majors in the near future.

Certifications & Ratings Earned

Student Pilot Certificate

Private Pilot Certificate

Commercial Pilot Certificate

Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII)

Multi-Engine Pilot Rating

Instrument Pilot Rating