The Governor took his training at Blue Ridge Helicopters, Inc. in Lawrenceville, GA with the owner Ronald E. Carroll. Ron is an active member of the Atlanta Helicopter Pilots Association and a Ten Thousand (10,000) hour Helicopter pilot. Blue Ridge Helicopters has a Frasca Simulator and is a Robinson Authorized Service Center.
The Governor dedicated his vacation time to accomplishing his solo requirements and amassed a total of 66 hours before he was ready to take the check ride. Ron commented that the Governor is ?one of the most genuine persons that I have had the pleasure of teaching, a true aviation enthusiast.?
He plans to continue developing his helicopter proficiency by working on additional ratings. Some lucky sightseer or photographer may show up at the airport one day and find out his pilot is none other than the Governor.
