Soaring sucess: How a Battle Mountain High School grad turned his dream of flying fighter jets into reality

Soaring sucess: How a Battle Mountain High School grad turned his dream of flying fighter jets into reality

In 2004, Taylor Roach answered a questionnaire for the Vail Daily upon graduating from Battle Mountain High School at 18. One of the questions asked was, “Where do you see yourself in 10 years?” “Flying fighter jets, you know, Mach 2 with your hair on fire,” Roach answered. Mission accomplished, you could say. After graduating from the United States Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs in 2008, Roach graduated from pilot training in 2010. In 20…

Soaring High: A Beginner’s Guide on How to Become a Pilot

Have you ever gazed up at the sky, watching airplanes gracefully glide through the clouds, and felt a pull towards the freedom of flight ? Becoming a pilot is not just a career choice; it’s a passion, a lifestyle, and a dream for many. Whether you aspire to fly commercial airliners, private jets, helicopters, or even experimental aircraft , the journey to becoming a pilot is an exhilarating adventure waiting to unfold. Here’s a comprehensive gui…