Rachael Bugella

Flying through the Newsies!

Rachael BugellaGood morning! I am very glad to be back up to date with our family, here! For the past few weeks, my time has been heavily engaged in the musical, Newsies, that my community has put on! I, among few others, was a part of the pit orchestra. If there are any trumpet players out there, you for sure know how fun and challenging the Newsies soundtrack is! After weeks of rehearsals, we finished the final performance yesterday afternoon with a full house. In regards to aviation, I have accepted an internship at my intended college! I will be working ground crew / general support throughout the summer as… Read More

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Parker Losure SR71 USMAF

Visit to the National Museum of the USAF

Parker LosureI had a great weekend making the trip up to Dayton to the National Museum of the USAF. Had to close down the place. Got to speak to a SR-71 pilot and a Veteran who flew an F105 in Vietnam (Jim Verstreate) who actually piloted the plane on display. What a neat guy to talk with and I learned a lot from him. He actually had to eject in a different F105 after a complete electrical issue on his plane. I have been there a few times and never had enough time there. It always leaves me wanting more. Thank you so much for the welcome package FMA! I… Read More

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Commercial Pilot - Scott Lutte

Scott’s in Omaha

(update 5/6/2022: Scott is now a commercial pilot.) Scott Lutte, 2019 FMA Solo recipient, headed to Omaha, Nebraska shortly after graduating high school in South Texas. His journey has been exciting and filled with successes, one after another, tied to goals and a determination to achieve. This recent article that Scott penned for AviNation will give you a good glimpse into his life as a flying musician. Click here or the article image to read.

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