"The engine is the heart of an airplane, but the pilot is its soul." - Walter Raleigh

Grounds & Gains

At Grounds and Gains, we're more than just designers – we're active duty aviators, dog lovers, coffee enthusiasts, and fitness advocates. We invite you to explore our collections and join us on our journey to create unique and meaningful artwork that reflects the passions that drive us.

We're a pair of passionate aviators who have a deep love for the skies, a profound connection with the world of aviation, and an unwavering appreciation for the freedom it brings. For us, flying isn't just a career—it's a way of life, a passion that fuels our souls and pushes us to new heights, quite literally!

But that's not all that fuels us. We're also fueled by our love for dogs and coffee. Our furry companions bring us endless joy, companionship, and unconditional love. They're not just pets; they're family. And coffee? Well, let's just say it's the lifeblood that keeps our engines running. From early morning flights to late-night study sessions, coffee is our constant companion, our trusted copilot.

In addition to flying, dogs, and coffee, we're also enthusiastic about fitness. Staying fit isn't just a hobby for us; it's a way of life. We believe that a healthy body leads to a healthy mind, and we prioritize our workouts to stay sharp, focused, and sane in the fast-paced world of aviation.

At Grounds and Gains, we're more than just aviators - we're a family bound by our love for flying, our appreciation for dogs, our addiction to coffee, and our commitment to fitness. Join us on our journey as we soar through the skies, enjoy the simple pleasures of life, and strive for greatness, one flight at a time.

Whether you are an aviation, fitness, or canine enthusiast, we have something we think you'll love. Check out our aviation content on our Instagram page and drop us a follow! 

Cherish your animals while they are still here. 

Fly high, aim higher - if all else fails, at least you'll have a great story for the bar... Embrace The Grind, Fuel The Hustle

 

Portion of all proceeds go to two very important foundations that are dear to our hearts:

  1. thepurpleskiesfoundation.com - The Purple Skies Foundation is dedicated to post aviation mishap support with an emphasis on supporting all significant others of service members killed in action or the line of duty.
  2. captsaxfoundation.org - The Capt Sax Foundation is devoted to providing scholarships that bolster the aspirations of current and future aviators, as well as college students pursuing academic endeavors within the realm of aviation.

 

These amazing foundations honor the memories of the five aircrew of SWIFT11 who tragically left us following an MV-22B Osprey mishap in June 2022:

Capt Nicholas Losapio
Capt John Sax
Cpl Seth Rasmuson
 Cpl Nathan Carlson
LCpl Evan Strickland
You are never forgotten. ‘Til Valhalla brothers.
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