Ian started his flying career at Independence Aviation in 2014. Upon receiving his Private Pilot Certificate, he was hired as a Ground Support Representative, then eventually the Ground Operations Supervisor, while attaining his Instrument and Commercial. He then joined the flight program at Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology in Tulsa, OK where he earned his CFI & CFI-I. He is currently pursuing his Bachelors in Aviation Flight there, while here in Colorado!