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GospelFlight GospelFlight Ministry operates as a faith-based aviation outreach, providing transportation and logistical support for ministry-related activities.

All flights are conducted as a personal and private endeavor, with no compensation, fees, or services offered for hire. The ministry does not engage in commercial operations, nor does it provide transportation of passengers or cargo for compensation or hire. Flights are undertaken solely to support the mission of spreading the Gospel and assisting those in need, in accordance with FAA regulations.

Flight Update: (Almost ironic to call it a flight update when sitting on the ground) Grounded again this week — that mak...
07/17/2026

Flight Update: (Almost ironic to call it a flight update when sitting on the ground)

Grounded again this week — that makes it a full week now.
Last week I stayed productive: changed the oil, did the pre-flight prep, got the plane ready and raring to go. Everything's set. Everything's ready. Except the sky.
So here I sit, week two, idle on the ground, watching the radar paint the whole state red and orange, wishing — really wishing — I was up there instead of down here. Every time I think about heading out, there's a crack of thunder that seems to say, "sit back down, we're not doing this today."
There's something almost cruel about having a plane fully prepped and ready, and still not being able to fly it. I suppose there's a lesson in patience buried somewhere in all this. But mostly, I just want to fly.
To everyone enjoying clear skies elsewhere — enjoy it for me. I'll be here, oil freshly changed, staying seated per the sky’s very clear instructions.

When pilots say we're grounded due to weather, and you're wondering what's going on outside, it typically looks somethin...
07/06/2026

When pilots say we're grounded due to weather, and you're wondering what's going on outside, it typically looks something like this

Yeah not going out in this!

06/14/2026

Many have asked if we will be attending the American Baptist Association meeting this year, and unfortunately, we will not be able to be there. We will have a booth there though which will be managed by our Missions Treasurer (Dean Langston) and his wife Carolyn. We are grateful for them being able to do this.

Earlier this year, we were scheduled to travel to Nampa, Idaho, in July upon the successful completion of my MAF pre-evaluation process in North Carolina. Because of that possibility, I had already planned my vacation time around those dates. When the pre-evaluation did not result in moving forward at this time, it was already too late to make changes. The secondary challenge was that my secular job requires vacation requests to be submitted well in advance, and by that point I was unable to adjust my schedule to attend the ABA meeting.

While I am disappointed to miss the fellowship, and seeing my daughter Rachel being recommended as a Missionary Helper (so proud of you Rachel and excited for what God is doing in your life), and spending time with friends, I pray the meeting will be a blessing and encouragement to everyone who attends. I appreciate your understanding and look forward to seeing many of you at future meetings and events.

06/12/2026

This is not the post I wanted to post but tomorrow's planned Commercial Checkride has been rescheduled following a challenging Mock Checkride earlier this week. During the final evaluation, I experienced some periods of task saturation and as well as challenges executing a few of the key required maneuvers to the standard I expect of myself.

The encouraging news is that during the run up to this mock checkride and recent practice sessions, things have been improving significantly. However, the challenge has been the consistency to the standard I hold myself to or the level I want to demonstrate on a Commercial Checkride. (Note: Checkrides become part of a Pilots Official Record )

While it's never fun to delay a milestone, this is exactly why mock checkrides exist—to identify weaknesses before they become problems on the actual checkride or put safety at risk. The experience provided valuable feedback and highlighted areas that need additional focus and refinement.

Rather than risk a failure on the real checkride, I've chosen to take the opportunity to further sharpen my skills, build proficiency, and return fully prepared. The challenge is not flying alone or even generally it is when under intense pressure that task saturation occurs. Aviation is all about continuous learning, sound judgment, and knowing when to take the extra time necessary to ensure success and safety.

A little more training, a new date with the DPE, and then we'll be ready to finish this chapter the right way.

Thank you to everyone who has supported and encouraged me throughout this journey. Progress continues, and I'm looking forward to earning that Commercial Certificate soon.

06/06/2026

It's been a while since my last update, so here's where things stand.

Since our trip to North Carolina to learn the Cessna Turbo 206 I had the chance to meet with missionary pilots, discuss what life is like on the field overseas in serving, and explore what a future with Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) might look like. It was genuinely encouraging — and during the time there showed me there are still some core areas of flying I need to grow in before taking the next step to operate safely and ensure safety of flight. Especially in the challenging environments we are being called to operate in.

Admittedly, that was a hard pill to swallow. When my own expectation was speeding up and instead found my skills needing to improve in specific key areas, it tests you. For me, the real question in those moments has been: do I let frustration take over, or do I choose to trust God's timing instead of my own?

I keep coming back to the Apostle Paul. His plans changed constantly — doors closed, detours appeared, things rarely went the way he probably expected. But those interruptions? They often turned out to be exactly the path God was using to lead him somewhere better.

The feedback I got from MAF was honest and I'm extremely grateful for it: outcome was I need more time flying without electronic aids (dead reckoning and pilotage), more experience with low-altitude mountain flying, tighter checklist discipline, and staying ahead of the aircraft when things get busy. Since you really can't practice mountain flying here in Florida, that means at least a few trips up to the Carolinas or Tennessee — ridge crossings, mountain airports, that kind of terrain we surely dont have that here in Florida)

Because of all this, we've decided to push our planned July trip to Nampa, Idaho. It's not the direction we were hoping for, but we believe it's the right decision and the Lord leading.

In the meantime, my immediate focus is my Commercial Pilot checkride — June 13th at 8:00 a.m. Eastern. I'd love your prayers: clear thinking, good weather, steady hands, and a passing flight review.

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart…" — Proverbs 3:5–6

05/29/2026

Today was full of learning, skill-building, and discovering areas where I can improve — and in aviation, one rule is clear: never stop learning.

Imagine flying in a world with no GPS and no radio navigation — only time, direction, planning, and trust in the process. That’s called dead reckoning, and today was all about learning how to navigate that way.

We practiced it over both normal terrain and mountainous terrain, learning to trust the plan over long distances. Then came the real challenge: flying under foggles (glasses which simulate limited visibility and instrument flying) for an extended period of time. When the foggles finally came off, we had a limited amount of time to locate the airfield and get oriented.

That part? Extremely challenging.

And honestly, it reminded me of walking with the Lord.

Sometimes life feels like flying without seeing everything clearly. We don’t always know exactly where we are or what’s ahead, and there are seasons where we have to trust what we’ve been taught, stay disciplined, and follow the direction we’ve been given. “For we walk by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7

Just like today in the cockpit, following God doesn’t always mean having perfect visibility. Sometimes it means trusting Him through the uncertainty, staying faithful to the course, and believing He will help us find the “field” when the time comes. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” — Proverbs 3:5–6

05/26/2026

Today was a full day of diving deep into aviation systems, aircraft operations, and preparation for what lies ahead. We spent time discussing aviation items related to flying the aircraft, what to anticipate, and learning extensively about turbo systems and their components—how the system responds to blockages, gauge indications, troubleshooting, and much more.

Once the weather began to break and conditions became more conducive for flying, we were able to get some time in the air as well.

The person handling my pre-technical evaluation is a former Missionary Pilot who served in Papua for 17 years. The amount of knowledge and wisdom being shared is incredible. I’m learning so much about areas where I need to focus, sharpen skills, and continue dialing things in. Precision is key!

A special part of this experience is the aircraft I’m flying—it actually served in Papua, carrying out many missions over the years. It was eventually crated and returned to the States and has been immaculately maintained. There’s something meaningful about flying an airplane with that kind of history and purpose behind it.

Grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow, and keep pressing forward.

05/26/2026

Spending the day in Shelby meeting up for a pre-technical evaluation with MAF and learning more about the Turbo 206 Cessna airplane

For those not in the aviation world, this is part of training and getting familiar with an aircraft often used to reach remote places and serve communities that are hard to access. Excited to keep learning and thankful for the opportunity!
Preparation for July Technical Evaluation!

05/26/2026

On the way to Shelby, NC — except my view here was quite a bit different than planned. Instead of clouds and open sky, it’s cars and traffic. Instead of a 3.9-hour flight, it’s a 9-hour drive.

As much as I wanted to fly, the safety margin — or as we pilots call it, personal minimums — just wasn’t there for a safe flight. I’ll admit, I wanted to go so badly that I caught myself feeling the urge to compromise. But when it came time to make the call, the answer was clear: nope, we’re driving.

Truthfully, one of the hardest things to watch for in aviation — and in life — is compromise. Sometimes wisdom means saying “not today,” even when it’s disappointing.

It reminds me of Proverbs 4:26-27: “Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. Do not turn to the right or the left; keep your foot from evil.” Sometimes the right decision isn’t the easiest one, but protecting what God has entrusted to us is always worth it.

Safety first, even when it means trading wings for wheels, and even when it is inconvenient our service to the Lord is worth it in the end.

04/30/2026

Just got back from 3.5 hours of flying on a Mercy Flight—Kissimmee to Tampa to Stuart and back to Kissimmee.

Lately, everything’s been so focused on training, so it meant a lot to step out of that and simply serve. Moments like this remind me that it’s not just about flying—it’s about following Jesus and being His hands and feet wherever He sends me. There’s something powerful about getting to care for someone in a real, tangible way and reflect His love in the middle of their situation.

This mission came together literally last minute after the original pilot had a mechanical issue (been there myself), so I had the opportunity to step in. The passenger had flown out from Stuart this morning for cancer treatment and was at risk of being stuck overnight in Tampa… but by God’s grace we were able to get them home.

Grateful for opportunities like this—to serve, to love others well, and to point back to Jesus in the process.

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