News From the Aviation Technology Program at Clermont College

Three students successfully soloed in their single-engine aircrafts recently:  Micah Innis, Chris McGonegle and Zachary Keeney. This was their first flight as student pilots without their instructor in the aircraft.

These students are enrolled in the Aviation Technology--Professional Pilot Program at UC Clermont College. The laboratory portion of the Professional Pilot Program is taught at the Clermont County Airport.

Chris McGonegle (right) with instructor Eric Schabell immediately following his solo flight.

Chris McGonegle (right) with instructor Eric Schabell immediately following his solo flight.

Innis is the son of Steve and Teresa Innis of Cincinnati. McGonegle is the son of Matt McGonegle and  Laura Palazzolo of Cincinnati. Keeney is the son of Jerry and Celeste Keeney of Delhi Township.

When they complete the two-year program through UC Clermont, each will have earned an associate of applied science degree and a Commercial Pilot Certificate.

Zachary Keeney (right) with instructor Colin O'Rourke immediately following his solo flight.

Zachary Keeney (right) with instructor Colin O'Rourke immediately following his solo flight.

For more information about professional pilot training at UC Clermont College, visit www.ucclermont.edu or call 513.732.5200. 

Check out the Pilot Training YouTube Video:  http://www.youtube.com/user/SportysVideos#p/u/1/OFn47qr8FG4

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