Henry - Columbia Gorge Community College
After earning his GED, Henry was eager to take the next step in his education and his future. That determination led him to the Aviation Maintenance Technology program at Columbia Gorge Community College, where he is now training to become a certified aircraft technician. For Henry, the program represents more than just a new career—it’s a chance to turn curiosity and diligence into lifelong skills that keep people safe in the air.
As a Type One diabetic, Henry learned early on the importance of precision, discipline, and personal responsibility. Those same qualities serve him well in aviation maintenance, where attention to detail is vital. He approaches his studies and hands‑on training with a sense of purpose, knowing that each step builds toward a career that combines technical expertise with a spirit of adventure.
After graduation, Henry plans to earn his airframe and power plant certifications and pursue work maintaining aircraft in a place surrounded by nature—perhaps Alaska or Central Oregon. The Metallica Scholars funding is helping to make those goals possible by providing the specialized tools he’ll need as he begins his career. Henry hopes to give back one day by supporting other students just starting their own journeys in the trades, paying forward the opportunity that helped launch his own.
