From Discovery Flight to Commercial Dreams: Ian’s Journey Through Aviation Training

In this episode of Beyond the Sky, host Zachary O’Brien sits down with commercial pilot-in-training Ian Wright Alice to explore his unexpected path into aviation. Ian shares how a single high-school class led him to a discovery flight that changed his life, the reactions from his family, and what it's really like progressing through commercial training at North Star Aviation.

From favorite cross-country destinations to the challenges of Stage 2 maneuvers, night flying magic, the transition into multi-engine aircraft, and his long-term goal of flying for a foreign airline, Ian offers an honest, inspiring look into the journey of becoming a professional pilot. Whether you're a student pilot or simply love aviation stories, this episode dives deep into passion, persistence, and the thrill of flight.