Growing up in Bakersfield, California, I always had a strong support system. My family taught me to work hard and never back down from the challenges of life, and those lessons have stayed with me throughout my journey. Whether I was playing sports, tackling AP courses, or chasing new experiences, my family, especially my grandfather, …
For many aspiring pilots, the dream of flying for an airline can feel distant. But for Brycen Yamaguchi, a graduate of California Aeronautical University (CAU), that dream became a reality. His journey from flight training in Honolulu to being hired as a commercial pilot at Horizon Air is a testament to his dedication and perseverance, …
Aviation has always been my passion, a love affair that began with the simple act of looking up at the sky and dreaming of flight
If someone would’ve told me when I was younger that I would become a professional pilot and even train the next generation of aviators, I would never have believed them. Although it’s been one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, that’s exactly what I’m doing – and I’m loving every moment of it. I …
My professor at CAU would always say that being a professional pilot is being knowledgeable; 70% of the work is in the classroom. I grew up in South Orange County, California after my family immigrated to the United States from Russia when I was four years old. I was a very outdoorsy kid and spent …