Ep188: Driving Dreams: Transitioning from Car Dealer To Flight School Founder with Caleb Keller

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In this episode, Caleb Keller shares his unique journey from an unexpected career path to building something truly special in aviation. Along the way, he learned powerful lessons about passion, business, and balancing it all. If you're ready to take a deeper dive into the world of aviation and entrepreneurship, you won’t want to miss this conversation!

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM THIS EPISODE

How Caleb Keller transitioned from the family auto dealership to becoming a flight school owner and instructor
The surprising power of relationships and networking
Unique challenges in juggling a family, running a business, and pursuing your dream of becoming an airline pilot
Benefits of getting an A&P license
Difference between training for general aviation and prepping for the airlines
The step-by-step process Caleb followed to launch his niche flight school and why he chose to specialize in tailwheel training

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ABOUT CALEB KELLER

Caleb is the founder of Appalachian Aviators, based at Keller Bros Airport (08N) in Schaefferstown, Pennsylvania. After 12 years in his family’s auto dealership business, Caleb transitioned to aviation, starting as an A&P mechanic and now focusing on teaching tailwheel training as a Certified Flight Instructor. He prioritizes serving his students’ goals rather than building hours for himself. Since founding his school in 2020, it has grown beyond his expectations, allowing him to share the joy of flight with others.

CONNECT WITH CALEB

Website: Appalachian Aviators

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