07/16/2026
Isaac Tennill
Prosper High School
Prosper, TX
Member of the Tango 31 Aero Clube
Despite the many airshows and close-up aircraft experiences I had when I was younger, my interest in being a pilot came from somewhere else. My aviation journey started not with these airshows I had gone to, but by playing games with my friends. Being persuaded time and time again to play a game that I at first despised, I slowly learned the intricacies of the game, specifically the intricacies of the planes. Playing the game more, trying to be better, I learned the fundamental components of both the mechanical makeup of aircraft, and the principles required to effectively fly them. After this the next airshow I attended was a bit more interesting. Understanding more of what was happening, I grew a strong admiration for the planes and pilots I saw. From there I became ever more obsessed with aviation, particularly military aircraft. I had a very strong desire to fly for the US Air Force, and while still present, it is no longer my main goal. I found a relative comfort in the idea of flying for major, or regional, airlines, and doing commercial flying. This led me on a search for a flight school. Through the many massive 141 schools I toured, I ended up finding my solution in an aviation event not related to any school. I was handed a business card from a pilot who was part of a flying club. This club has been where I’ve now spent an ever-growing amount of time. For the cost of gas, and some maintenance work to earn my keep, this club has been training me and being the key to my dream career. I could never have guessed that being berated over a voice call to play a game would lead me to be where I am now. He soloed in the past few days. Congratulations!
ASA (Aviation Supplies & Academics)
