Jay Coffer of Melbourne, Arkansas, has officially soloed! Coffer's future plans are to move up with Ozarka College. When asked about what it was like soloing, Jay said, "It was a breath of fresh air. " His instructor, Tim Ambrose, said, "Jay has done exceptionally well. His landings were great! " Jay will be continuing his training with Ozarka's aviation program while pursuing his Associates of Applied Science - Commercial Pilot Degree.

Upon completion of Ozarka's FAA approved Part 141 flight school, students have the opportunity to complete the multi-engine commercial training at Ozarka College. For more information about flight training at Ozarka College or the aviation program, please call John Catlett, Director of Aviation, at 870-368-2391 or email  flying@ozarka.edu. Discovery flights may also be scheduled with the Ozarka College aviation program.

*** PHOTO CAPTION:  Jay Coffer after landing his solo flight shaking hands with Instructor Tim Ambrose.