‘Anyone can do this’: New Fresno flight school wants to take you on your first flight

FRESNO, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – The owners of a new, locally owned flight school in Fresno say they’re hoping to break the stigma that piloting a plane is a luxury for some and instead make it a “freedom” for all.

Adventures in the Sky Aviation (AITS) is a flight school founded by husband and wife, Carl and Rubi Garrison. Rubi says that, as a Latina, she grew up with the preconceived idea that flying airplanes was out of reach.

When she met Carl and he taught her how to fly, she was inspired to share her experience with her community. Recognizing his natural knack for teaching, she says she pushed him to start a flight school…

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