08/31/2026
Congratulations to Bentley Nelson from the Mauston area who came to Wisconsin Rapids for his checkride. He turned 17 on 8/25 and earned his his Private Pilot certificate on his first day of eligibility. He also soloed on his 16th birthday. Obviously, Bentley is chasing a career in Aviation. He is off to a great start. His airplane is a well equipped Cherokee 180. Congrats Bentley!