Dear family and friends,

I hope this year is treating you well.

I will be completing my degree in just a few short weeks. These last 2 years have been very exciting with my transition to aviation and my most recent involvement in creating the Fort Lauderdale Chapter for Women in Aviation International. Although I am busy, I am learning many new things from the women in aviation, from my co-workers, and from the professors on campus. My final semester was wonderful, but I am looking forward to the adventures of this new year.

In fact, I have chosen to pursue a career as a pilot. Although I would love the opportunity to go through the accelerated course and complete my certifications as quickly as possible. For financial reasoning, I have chosen to start with getting my private pilot's license first. The opportunity I have to complete this training holds great meaning for me.

In order for this trip to be possible, I am responsible to raise $12,000 This cost includes examiner fees, knowledge exam costs, textbooks, and accommodations throughout the course. My goal is to raise the money necessary to complete my certification through sponsorship.

Duration: 4 – 6 weeks

The Private Pilot License Training Process:

• The knowledge exam consists of a variety of questions that will test your understanding of basic aviation.
• You will be required to attend 25 hours of instruction either in a group classroom or a one-on-one setting.
• Dual flight instruction is where you will spend most of your time. This is the first hands-on step and you will be in control of an airplane with a certified flight instructor. You will hone your skills as your practice controlling the plane and normal flight maneuvers. Briefings before and after each flight will provide valuable information and feedback.
• Once the instructor feels like you are ready, you will be placed in full control of an airplane in solo practice flights.
• After you have logged enough hours flying by yourself, your instructor will determine if you are ready for a final evaluation, the Check Ride Exam. The Check Ride exam consists of an oral test that further examines your knowledge of aviation and all regulations. Once the oral exam is completed successfully, an examiner will join you in the air for a final test that judges your aptitude at the controls of an airplane. If both the flight and oral exams are passed, you will be granted a private pilot license.
• Because CTI Professional Flight Training has self-examining authority, you can schedule this check-ride exam with one of our own instructors!

I have created this platform for those who would be willing to help sponsor me financially. Any donations will be greatly appreciated.

As important as the financial aspect is, I will value your prayers even more.

This is an opportunity of a lifetime, and I am beyond excited to finally begin my journey to becoming a pilot. Thank you for helping make it possible.

Love you, mean it.

Alysha