Michigan Names Its Flight Instructor of the Year

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) named Civil Air Patrol Major Roy Kauer of Millington, Michigan, the 2021 Flight Instructor of the Year for Michigan.

“The future of aviation depends on strong educators like Roy Kauer. The industry is at a critical point and Mr. Kauer’s enthusiasm is exactly what we need to inspire future aviators,” said Nino Sapone, CEO at Flint Bishop.

An awards ceremony at FNT recognized Kauer as the local honoree for the East Michigan Flight Standards District Office and as the entire State of Michigan honoree. The General Aviation Awards Program highlights aviation professionals for their contribution in aviation, education and flight safety.

Kauer is a member of the Flint Bishop Airport Senior Squadron, which he commanded from 2018 to 2021. He now serves the squadron as the professional development officer and squadron noncommissioned officer (NCO). He has a long history of service with CAP as an instructor pilot, check airman, and glider tow pilot serving both Michigan and Illinois.