After her graduation, Kleen chose to stay at IAU as a Ground Instructor sharpening her command of the fundamentals while mentoring aspiring pilots.

She later stepped into the role of Flight Instructor, guiding student pilots while strengthening her command in the cockpit. She also flew charter operations with Ormoc Air Corp., gaining real decision-making experience long before wearing an airline uniform.

Her BSAT degree gave her a solid foundation. It trained her to think clearly under pressure and instilled a deep sense of accountability. There were early call times, long nights of study, check rides that tested her limits, seasons when progress felt slow. She stayed the course. Each phase sharpened her judgment and strengthened her character.

All of us at IAU are proud of what she has achieved. Her journey carries meaning for our entire community.

We are proud of you, Capt. Kleen!