About Fight to Fly
Why “Fight to Fly”?
The name Fight to Fly reflects my life’s journey—the relentless pursuit to stay connected to aviation, even when life made it hard. Inspired by the Navy Fighter Weapons School’s slogan, “Fight to Fly. Fly to Fight. Fight to Win,” my personal version—“Fight to Fly. Fly to Live. Live to Inspire”—captures my story and the values that drive me.
Though I may not fly every day, I remain deeply connected to aviation. My current work in aerospace engineering allows me to contribute to the future of flight, while my photography and 3D-printed designs keep me immersed in the community I love.
Every photo I take, every model I design, and every collaboration I engage in reflects this ongoing story. Flying may have taken different forms for me, but the passion is still there—and I continue to fight for it.
My Story
Aviation isn’t just what I do—it’s who I am. From the earliest memory of building an F/A-18 model on the living room floor with my dad, to the look on my mom's face after I came home from my first solo to earning my private pilot certificate as a teenager, to finding new ways to stay connected to flight through photography and aerospace engineering—aviation has always been the heartbeat of my life.
Through every challenge, detour, and triumph, I have fought to keep aviation a part of my story. I joke that my camera has logged more flight hours than my pilot certificate, but it's true—photography has opened doors to experiences I could have only dreamed of. From coordinating air-to-air photo missions with WWII warbirds to capturing helicopters working search-and-rescue missions, my lens has allowed me to soar in ways I never imagined. And now, with 3D printing and design, I get to create tangible pieces of aviation history for others to hold in their hands, allowing enthusiasts to connect with the aircraft they love on a whole new level.
At Fight to Fly Studio, this journey is about more than just personal milestones. It’s about staying connected to the aviation family—the pilots, mechanics, engineers, and enthusiasts who share the same spark for flight. Whether someone is flying, fixing, designing, or simply enjoying the beauty of aviation, there’s a place for them in this incredible community. We believe that anyone, no matter where they are on their journey, can find a way to be part of this amazing world.
What I Offer
Photography & Videography:
- Air-to-air and ground photography for aircraft owners, operators, and aviation events
- Virtual tours of aircraft collections and aviation-related spaces
- Aviation photography prints and merchandise
3D Printed Creations:
- Downloadable aircraft model kits and aviation-themed 3D models
- Custom-designed coasters, keychains, and shadowboxes
- Commissioned designs for personal or business use
Aviation Community Engagement:
- Stories, photos, and videos to inspire future generations of aviation enthusiasts
- Opportunities to collaborate with museums, airshows, and aircraft collections
- A welcoming space for everyone who loves aviation, in whatever way they connect with it