Victor Walls
Exploring Purdue’s Professional
flight major
As a flight major, Walls has extensive experience in the piloting of airplanes
Meet Victor Walls, who’s had a lifelong passion to become a pilot. He’s made the most of his college experience and logged many hours in the air.
Location:
West Lafayette
hands-on experience:
Republic Airways student ambassador
fun fact:
I'm a U.S. Air Force airman first class
Q+A
You’re From Atlanta. What’s it like living in the Midwest?
Honestly, the weather has taken some getting used to, but my experience at Purdue has been incredible. I’ve had so many opportunities. It’s been really cool.
Q+A
do you get to fly the planes?
Yes! And the planes are awesome. Some have only 200 hours on them with brand-new avionics. I am getting state-of-the-art training. Purdue promised I would be in the air within my first two weeks here, and they delivered.
Q+A
Why professional flight? and why at purdue?
I’ve wanted to fly since I was 4 years old. I took my first discovery flight at 14 and soloed at 16. I love it. Purdue has one of the top professional pilot programs in the U.S., so coming here was a no-brainer.
