Brazos Valley Flight Services

Congratulations to James Thomas Baxley on earning his Commercial Pilot Certificate!

JT has put in the work to advance through his training at Brazos Valley Flight Services, building the skill, confidence, and judgment required at the commercial level. This accomplishment reflects his dedication to improving as a pilot and his commitment to continuing forward in aviation.

JT has also been a strong part of the BVFS community, and we are proud to recognize the effort he has brought both in and out of the airplane.

Congratulations, JT! We’re excited to see what this next chapter brings for you in aviation and here at Brazos Valley Flight Services. ✈️

Congratulations to Cole Mayer on earning his Commercial Pilot Certificate!

Cole has continued to grow as a pilot through his time at Brazos Valley Flight Services. Earning a commercial certificate takes discipline, consistency, and dedication to training, and Cole has shown that throughout his time here.

Beyond his work in the airplane, Cole has been a valued member of the BVFS community, and we are proud to celebrate this accomplishment with him.

Congratulations, Cole! We are excited to see the next steps you take in aviation and here at Brazos Valley Flight Services. 🛫

Your aviation goals may be closer than you think. ✈️

The AOPA Foundation awards more than $1,000,000 in flight-training scholarships each year to help students take the next step in aviation.

At Brazos Valley Flight Services, we don’t want cost to be what keeps you grounded. Whether you’re working toward your Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, or CFI, this is worth looking into.

With one AOPA application, students can be considered for scholarship opportunities they may qualify for — and high school students can join AOPA at no cost.

Applications close June 30, 2026 at 11:59 PM ET.

Have questions or need help getting started? Stop by the front desk or call us at (979) 260-6322. 🛫

Apply at: aopa.org/scholarships

Congratulations to Grant Griffiths on earning his Private Pilot Certificate! ✈️

This achievement marks an important step in Grant’s aviation journey and reflects the dedication, preparation, and skill required to become a certificated pilot. From ground training to flight training, Grant has worked hard to reach this milestone, and we are proud to celebrate his success.

Congratulations, Grant, from everyone at Brazos Valley Flight Services. We look forward to seeing your continued growth in aviation. 🛫

Congratulations to Karlye Williams on completing her first solo flight!

The first solo is one of those days every pilot remembers — the first time it’s just you, the airplane, and everything your training has prepared you for.

This achievement takes focus, confidence, and a lot of hard work. We’re proud to celebrate Karlye and excited to watch her continue growing as a pilot.

Congratulations, Karlye!

Meet the fleet at Brazos Valley Flight Services. ✈️

Our aircraft are equipped to support every stage of training — from first lessons and private pilot training to instrument, commercial, cross-country flying, and aircraft rentals.

Whether you’re just getting started or working toward the next certificate, BVFS has the aircraft, instructors, and training environment to help you keep moving forward.

Start your aviation journey in College Station. 🛫

BVFS.net | (979) 260-6322

Congratulations to Brian on successfully passing his Private Pilot Checkride.

Throughout his training, Brian has become a highly valued member of the BVFS family. Beyond his accomplishments as a student pilot, he has consistently demonstrated professionalism, positivity, and a genuine ability to connect with those around him, leaving a meaningful impact on many members of our community.

Earning a Private Pilot Certificate requires significant dedication, discipline, and perseverance, all of which Brian exemplified throughout his journey. It has been a privilege to witness his growth and to see his hard work and commitment culminate in this achievement.

We are incredibly proud of you, Brian, and look forward to seeing where your future in aviation leads. 🛫

From Brazos Valley Flight Services to , we’re proud to be part of Clayton’s journey to the airlines. Clayton served as our Assistant Chief Instructor and a long-time CFI here at BVFS — mentoring countless students and pushing every one of them to fly safer, sharper, and with purpose. This month he started training with SkyWest Airlines. 🛫

Congratulations, Clayton! We’re proud to have been part of your path to the flight deck.

Dreaming of flying professionally one day? Start your aviation journey with us at BVFS.
Call us at (979) 260-6322 | Or visit BVFS.net to book your first flight today! ✈️

Congratulations to Bailey Kingsley on successfully completing her first solo flight at Brazos Valley Flight Services! ✈️

Flying solo for the first time is a significant achievement in flight training and reflects the dedication, preparation, and confidence required to safely operate an aircraft independently.

We are proud of the hard work Bailey has put in throughout her training and look forward to seeing her continue progressing toward her goals in aviation. 🛫

Congratulations to Benjamin Schmidt on earning his Instrument Rating at Brazos Valley Flight Services! ✈️

This is a huge accomplishment that represents countless hours of training, preparation, and dedication both in the air and on the ground. Instrument training is one of the biggest steps in becoming a safer, more capable pilot, and Benjamin should be proud of all the hard work it took to get here.

We’re proud to have you as part of the BVFS family and excited to see what’s next. 🛫

Interested in starting your own flight training journey?
Give us a call at (979) 260-6322 or visit BVFS.net