Keira Fong SOLOED.
Photo: KRTS. Runway 08. Aircraft N752DW.
You often hear people say they “don’t have time.” Keira Fong didn’t wait to find time – she made it.
Keira is a high school student and future U.S. Air Force pilot in the making. She serves as the youth lead for a 4-H Aviation group and is a Young Aviator Boot Camp alum. In her free time, she’s also part of FFA, Girl Scouts, plays sports, takes care of her pets and even gardens. With such a busy schedule, how was she able to take on securing her private pilot’s license?
We’re pleased to share that Keira was a 2025 Reno Air Race Scholarship participant and a true testament to our passion for supporting the next generation of pilots. Throughout her training, Keira has shown commitment, grit and an absolute refusal to quit ensuring her success in the skies.
In early February 2026, Keira took to the skies solo. She sent her CFI out of the plane, lined up on Runway 08 at Reno/Stead (KRTS) and flew.
No drama.
No rush.
Just calm hands, sharp judgment and solid flying.
Preparation plus persistence equals one impressive solo flight.
Congratulations to Keira on an unforgettable first solo, and a huge thank-you to her instructor, Andrew Spanier at Great Basin Aviation, for the guidance and mentorship that helped make this milestone possible.
And this is only the beginning. ✈️
For the National Championship Air Races, making the possibility of flight happen for the next generation of aviators is part of our core mission. As an organization, we are incredibly proud to support students in northern Nevada and Roswell, NM through our flight scholarship program. Are you interested in learning more about our flight scholarship training program?
