Evan began using Flight Simulator X with a passion for aviation and almost no knowledge of flying or air traffic control. The people, professionalism, and experiences of Boston Virtual ARTCC inspired him to begin flight training for his private certificate. After working as a Management Consultant and flying recreationally for two years, he succumbed to his love of aviation and decided to pursue a commercial license. He now a First Officer on the Embraer 175. Evan credits Boston Virtual ARTCC and Flight Simulator X (and now Prepar3D) as incredibly powerful aids in all of his flight training.
Today, Evan oversees the community’s training programs including the Pilot Ratings Program, and works to help ensure the continued integration of the pilot and air traffic control aspects BVA. He is an active controller and instructor in the air traffic control program. Evan is also the co-founder of FlightSimExpo, the annual flight simulation and aviation conference BVA sponsors.