[Kimchi]

I’m applying to all kinds of open aviation slots. I live really close to the UH-60’s at Rickenbacker and would love to fly there if you have any insight!

[Kimchi]

I’d love to serve any Ohio ANG unit, but it’s a dream of mine to fly with the 180th.

[Kimchi]

Hey everyone!

I’m Kim, from a small town in Southern Ohio where my biggest adventures were working at Wendy’s and McDonald’s to fuel my dream of flying. At 15, I managed to scrape together $50 for my first flight lesson and, honestly, I’ve been obsessed ever since. Paying for my PPL was a hustle, working those fast-food gigs till I was 18, but every bit felt worth it.

College was a blur of warehouse shifts and self-taught coding sessions that somehow landed me in a tech job with a comfy salary. Right now, I’m putting my skills to use by building an app to make aviation education free for everyone.

But here’s the thing: I’m about to turn 34 and my dream to fly commercially and maybe even for the military hasn’t faded a bit. I’m all in on getting back in shape, grabbing that Class 1 medical, finishing my PPL, and throwing my hat in the ring for military flying gigs.

Sure, I know my age might seem like a big deal, but I’m not about to let that stop me. I’ve got my own little gym setup at home (the “Kimnasium”) and I’m hitting the books hard. My goal is to circle back here someday, hopefully with some tips on how to ace being a military officer.

I’m here to soak up all the advice I can get, share a bit of my journey, and keep pushing towards that dream.