Membership – Flying Musicians Association, Inc.

Flying Again!!

July 6, 2026July 6, 2026Lauren Grace ComptonNo Comments

Lauren Grace ComptonHello all! I am back in Maryland and have been flying nonstop! About 10 hours into my time at the airport I have done a total of 31 landings here at St. Mary’s Airport and am working to get that final touch down. It is giving me some trouble with this heat wave and humidity (feel is at 100 by 10am!), but we are pushing on! For the rest of my time here, I’ll be flying N420U affectionately known as Matilda or “sweet girl”. Thank you all for your continuous support, and I will be posting again soon with some music updates!

New Member from Buenos Aires — Where Aviation English Meets Jazz! ✈️🎵

May 21, 2026May 21, 2026CARLA BISSONINo Comments

CARLA BISSONIHello FMA family! 🌸 I’m Carla Bissoni, joining you from Buenos Aires, Argentina — and I couldn’t be more excited to be part of this incredible community! By day, I’m an Aviation English Specialist with 16 years training pilots, ATCs, and inspectors to meet ICAO Language Proficiency Requirements. By heart, I’m a musician. My project Runway Jazz Nights releases its debut album Invisible Forces on July 31, 2026 — 12 aviation-themed jazz, swing, blues and bossa nova tracks that celebrate the world we love. I’m also the creator of Future Pilot Series — bilingual aviation coloring books with original songs on Spotify, designed to inspire the next generation of… Read More

2026 FMA Solo recipient Cameron Milleman

2026 FMA Solo Scholarship Recipient

May 19, 2026May 20, 2026FMA1No Comments

Please welcome and congratulate FMA student member, FMA Solo program nominee, FMA Solo program scholarship finalist, and now… FMA Solo program scholarship recipient, Cameron Milleman. “I’m so excited to start my flight training this summer thanks to the Flying Musicians Association! Without their Solo Award program providing flight training to young and bright musicians, I wouldn’t be able to reach for my dream of becoming a private pilot before I graduate high school.” Follow Cameron as he journals his progress at FMAsolo.org. The 2027 Solo Scholarship: The floor opens for nominations for the 2027 FMA Solo program this fall. This scholarship is unique, bringing an aspiring music student from zero… Read More

Voyage Air Guitar

April 11, 2026April 28, 2026FMA1No Comments

Sponsor Voyage Air Guitar has sent two guitars for FMs to demonstrate at Sun ‘n Fun and AirVenture this year. We will then give you an opportunity to own one or both to help support the FMA Solo program/scholarship later this year. Visit the FMA Lil Blue tent located next to the food trucks in Paradise City to share your music, stories and to assist with outreach. While there, try out the VAD-04CDLX. We’ll be there all week! GIVE-AWAY – Sign-Up BelowAviNation will also have a VAD-04DLX at their booth #EC-07 in the Flight Path & Education Center. They will be administering a give-away. Loading… We know you want one.… Read More

Sun ‘n Fun 2026

March 28, 2026March 28, 2026FMA11 Comment

Join us in Lakeland, Florida (KLAL) The first BIG aviation event of 2026 is fast approaching – Sun ‘n Fun – April 14 – 19, 2026. The Light Aircraft Manufacturers Association (LAMA) is happy to support the Flying Musicians in the Mozaic Mall in Paradise City during Sun ‘n Fun. Contact John@FlyingMusicians.org immediately to participate and get credentials. We will be under Lil’ Blue, a star-tent provided by the DeLand Airport. The stage this year is sponsored by Voyage Air Guitars. The Sound System is provided by BOSE. There will be SONY and Sennheiser microphones available as well as AirTurn mic stands. A huge thank you to Lockwood Aviation Supplies for storing and transporting the PA system as well as providing storage at the… Read More

New Member Welcome Post

March 13, 2026March 13, 2026Schuyler Stasonis1 Comment

Schuyler StasonisHello FMA! My name is Schuyler Stasonis and I am thrilled to have the opportunity to become the newest member to the Flying Musicians Association. For as long as I can remember, I have always had a love for aviation and music. I can always remember signing “Waiting On The World To Change” by John Mayer in the car at a young age and arguing with my siblings for the window seat on every plane I flew on. The interconnection of music and aviation is beyond words to me. Music has given me the patience, adaptability, attentiveness, and overall leadership necessary to conquer my flight training. I have played… Read More

Why Musicians Make Great Pilots

January 21, 2026January 21, 2026FMA1No Comments

UND FMA President Amara Lisowe and Vice President Ali Akbar crafted a really good article for General Aviation News. “The skills required to play an instrument and fly an aircraft have marked similarities, from precision and multitasking to listening and fine motor skills,” he says. “But that is not all. By educating others about these common attributes, we hope to further interest in both.” A group of students at the University of North Dakota (UND) agree, starting a Flying Musicians Association chapter at the school in 2023. Read the entire article at GAnews

Ambassador Update from the US Air Force Academy

September 20, 2025September 20, 2025Lauren Grace ComptonNo Comments

Lauren Grace ComptonMy first academic year at USAFA is off to an exciting start! The classes are very demanding, but I am well prepared for the rigor. Being in Drum and Bugle Corps is great fun! Earlier this month we played at our first home football game – USAFA vs Bucknell, which was a great victory and an exciting game! What a fantastic experience! From the Wings of Blue dropping in to Memorial Stadium with the game ball and flags to the Thunderbirds flyover just before kickoff, I am so proud to be a Cadet at USAFA. I am even prouder to be a member of this outstanding band and… Read More

AirVenture – Oshkosh 2025

June 30, 2025August 17, 2025FMA1No Comments

Pictures posted below as they are processed. Join fellow aviator-musicians at the largest aviation event in the world. Are you interested in performing? Do you want to share your music. Do you enjoy meeting fellow Flying Musicians? We have two unique opportunities this year. We also want to hear from you about campsite jams you know about or are hosting. Let us know date, time, location, and contact information so we can spread the word. Flying Musicians Association’s Irish Traditional Session/Jam – Musicians interested in listening and playing traditional Irish music in a session. Bring yourself or instruments and join us. Also welcome are those who know Irish traditional dance/Ceili.… Read More

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