Author Archive for: jeffminck

Jeff Minck is an 1100-hour Commercial/Instrument rated pilot who started flying in 1979 with intentions of becoming an airline pilot. However, the early '80s was not a good time for pilot hiring. In 1984, he switched sides of the mic to become an Air Traffic Controller while continuing to fly in his spare time. Minck retired from ATC after 27 years holding both Terminal Approach and ARTCC ratings. He currently reside in Siena, Italy with his wife, fulfilling one of his lifelong dreams.