Our Story

My name is William Ott and I am the founder of OttRod Aviation. Our goal is to provide a wide array of expert contract flight services, including primary and advanced flight instruction, aircraft relocation assistance, and superior industry guidance.

I first started flying in 2014 while attending Southern Illinois University Carbondale but put my flight training on hold for several years to fulfill an Army National Guard commitment where I was serving as both a Reconnaissance Infantryman and a Military Funeral Honors Team Leader. I later returned to flying in 2020 after spending time in the marine industry in Florida. I received my degree in aviation from Liberty University utilizing their flight affiliate program to complete the rest of my flight training, eventually becoming a Certified Flight Instructor. I currently hold a Commercial ASEL and AMEL with my CFI, CFI-I, and MEI.

I currently live with my wife and our dog in Wichita, KS where I fly for a well known general aviation manufacturer conducting aircraft demo operations.