Meet Noah - Pilot/Crew

Hi, my name is Noah Fong, I’m originally from the Bay Area in California. I am 24 years old and now living in Southern California flying for Sofar.

I started flying during high school and became a private pilot shortly after graduating. I continued to earn the rest of my ratings in Daytona Beach, FL where I was a flight instructor and flew for fun to build my hours. I was fortunate enough to join the Sofar team in 2024, which has allowed me to become a better pilot and to explore many different places I never thought I’d be able to see.

Pilots are responsible for getting passengers to their destination with an emphasis on safety. We do this by ensuring the aircraft is in good shape as well as checking the weather along our route. Much of our responsibilities come down to good planning and communication where safety is always considered in each step.

Good decision making, attention to detail, and being able to work with others are necessary skills to have.

I have flown Cessna 152s, 172, 182s, Piper Cherokees, Aztecs, and now the Phenom 100. 

I get to the airport and start preparing the airplane. I discuss the plan and anything else to expect for the day with my crewmate. We then fly our passengers to their destination while making sure they’re having the best experience possible.

I chose this company because I wanted to be able to fly and take people to many different destinations.

I like being able to look outside and take in all the cool scenery we get to fly over.

Stay focused and set goals for yourself during training. Just know that everyone has a different journey in their careers.

People have asked me why I wanted to become a pilot. I always say that staring all day at the sky watching planes go by my childhood home is probably what did it.

I really enjoy working with the people at Sofar and being an important part of a growing business.

I’d like to visit Le Mans, France for the great 24hr endurance car race!