
Why Every Modern Pilot Should Train in a Tailwheel Aircraft Most pilots today learn to fly in tricycle-gear aircraft (like a Cessna 172 or a Piper Archer). These airplanes are fantastic training platforms—they are stable on the ground, forgiving during landings, and relatively easy to manage. But because nosewheel aircraft are so forgiving on the…

At Hewison Aviation, nothing brings us more pride than seeing our students and instructors reach the absolute pinnacle of their aviation careers. Today, we are thrilled to celebrate an extraordinary milestone: Brad Sulik has officially become an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)! Becoming a DPE is one of the most prestigious designations in the aviation…

Have you ever looked up at the sky and dreamed of taking the controls yourself? At Hewison Aviation, we are dedicated to helping aspiring aviators turn those dreams into reality. Whether you are completely new to aviation or looking to level up your existing skills, our premier flight school offers structured, professional programs tailored to…
For many pilots, the transition from flying by sight to flying solely by reference to instruments is the most significant milestone in their aviation career. It is the moment the horizon disappears, and the cockpit becomes the entire world. For Austin, who recently earned his Instrument Rating this journey wasn’t just about learning new gauges;…

Congrats to Michael on passing his private pilot check ride! For most pilots, the dream of flight starts early. For our newest Private Pilot, Michael Lembo it began at age six. After a significant personal journey and a lifelong fascination with airplanes, he finally decided to dive in “head first” and make that dream a…

Students and Instructors tour KALB Air Traffic Control Tower

Graduation Roundup: Highlighting Outstanding Accomplishments

Hewisons Help the Ravena/Selkirk Girl Scout Troop get their Aviation Badges

N7520R Joins the Hewison Fleet of Training Aircraft
JANUARY 20, 2025By Susan Elise Campbell For anyone north of the Capital District dreaming of learning to fly, the opportunity is now closer than ever. Husband-and-wife team Maura and Christopher Hewison have announced a third location for Hewison Aviation: the Saratoga County Airport, now under expansion and on track for a spring 2025 completion date.…
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