Student Pilot Forum

Ninety-Nines - New Jersey Chapter

Calling all student pilots - current and aspiring - to learn, connect, and get inspired to take on the skies!

C & W Aero Hangar

We're excited to invite you to the 2024 Student Pilot Forum hosted by the New Jersey Chapter of the Ninety-Nines! Join us at the C &amp; W Aero Hangar at Caldwell Airport for a day of flight training-focused presentations, meeting local aviation organizations, and networking with the New Jersey pilot community. Whether you're just starting your aviation journey or looking to advance your skills, this event will inspire you to start training, get the next rating, or advance your career path. The last event was a huge success with over 150 attendees, don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to learn all about the broad spectrum of what aviation has to offer, and the many paths you can take to get there!This event is also great for pilots at any stage of their career looking to meet others in the area, grow their aviation networks, or learn about where to get their next rating.For information on speakers &amp; attending organizations, <a href="https://www.nj99s.org/calendar/student-pilot-forum" title="https://www.nj99s.org/calendar/student-pilot-forum" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">click here</a>!

<h3>Forum Speakers</h3> Justine Pasniewski— Aerobatic Pilot &amp; InstructorJustine is a full-time CFI based out of Andover-Aeroflex airport (12N). She has flown over a dozen different types of single-engine aircraft and now specializes in tailwheel instruction, spin and upset recovery training. She feels most at home in true three-dimensional flight, which she currently enjoys in her aerobatic airplane, Alpha 160A. Kensho Arcari — Flight InstructorKensho started his aviation journey in 2016 flying gliders in Long Island. He completed his ratings at Century Air at CDW and attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a degree in aeronautical science. Kensho now shares his passion for aviation as an instructor at Solberg Airport in Hunterdon County. Kensho likes to spend his free time woodworking, going hiking, and flying to fun destinations to check out new restaurants.  Michael Castania — Aerospace Education DirectorLt Col Castania is the Executive Director of the NJ Aviation Education Council, and was inducted into the New Jersey Aviation Hall of Fame in 2022. He has distinguished himself through the last 28 years by providing his knowledge and passion for Aerospace Education while serving on Civil Air Patrol's National Headquarters AE staff, Northeast Region AE staff, and as the New Jersey Wing's Director of Aerospace Education. CAP works with youth groups, schools, colleges, museums, aviation organizations and more to deliver educational STEM materials to educators and flight training to youth across the country. Christine Clark — Student PilotChristine fell in love with aviation while traveling to compete in international synchronized swimming competitions as a teen. She has since been a flight attendant at United Airlines beginning in 2013, and acted as a union representative from 2014-2016. This year, Christine took the leap to follow her lifelong dream of becoming a pilot herself, and is now working on her private pilot license at Solberg Airport. Her goal is to become a flight instructor to inspire others to also achieve their aviation dreams.  Jeff Walker - Air Traffic ControllerJeff is an Air Traffic Controller in Philadelphia working Newark Approach. He has been a controller for a little over ten years, with the last seven working the approach control airspace over New Jersey, until recently located at New York TRACON. He is currently the Newark Approach NATCA Rep, and is excited to discuss the airspace and answer any ATC questions you may have! <h3>Participating Organizations</h3>Civil Air Patrol, Mid-Atlantic Pilots Association, Air Fleet Training Systems Flight School, Experimental Aviation Association, Coast Guard, Lighter Than Air &amp; Drone Aviation, New Jersey Ninety-Nines

Agenda

Check-In Begins

Arrival and Mingle

Panel Presentations

Q&A With Panel Participants

Lunch and Mingle

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