About Us

Up and Ready Flight support began in 2007 as a small group of highly experienced active duty Strike Fighter Naval Aviators began mentoring and training other pilots in various aviation skill sets. Topics include areas such as air racing, high altitude jet operations, safety systems, CRM, aeronautical decision making, human factors of flight, aerodynamics, aircraft performance and maneuvering, out of control flight, type certification, and Warbird checkouts in a variety of aircraft. Our staff of Naval Aviators can provide a variety of aviation services unmatched by anyone, with Safety and Professionalism at the forefront of everything they do. Please check out the FAQ page for additional helpful information.

Pete “Tool” Stavrides is a recently retired F/A-18 Superhornet pilot with a passion for aviation. Call to schedule your Warbird ride with him.

Micah “Snoop” Lenox is also a recently retired F/A-18 Superhornet pilot and pilots all aircraft at Up and Ready Flight Support.