Table of Biography
Early Life
Caption: Mark Kono flying the bank runs in a JetRanger in the early 1990s. Source: Instagram
Mark Kono was born on the 6th of May. However, his exact year of birth is unknown. Likewise, he is a native of Hollywood, Los Angeles. The famous pilot has not shared any information regarding his parents, siblings, and other family details. Although there is no mention of his ethnicity, his surname “Kono” comes from Japan and hence we can only assume that his ethnicity might be Japanese.
Regarding his educational journey, this personality started off his Robinson R22 flight school in the year 1988. It was at Hiser Helicopters in Corona, California, that he learned to fly. After running out of cash after receiving his private helicopter rank, he returned to non-flying roles to build some more cash and complete his ratings. Later on, he returned to flight training and completed his commercial CFI, and his instrument ratings came in the year 1992. It was when he was able to restart All Flyable with a company located at Long Beach Airport.
Mark Kono – Career and Professional Life
Professionally, Mark Kono is a pilot and reporter in Sky5 on the KTLA Morning News. Likewise, he is a helicopter pilot who has worked in this field for more than 25 years. As a pilot, this personality has an operational background in electronic newsgathering (ENG). He also has a background in aerial photography, production, executive charter, and offshore and lifesaving medical flights.
Caption: Mark Kono received recognition and honor for being the eyes in the sky for the La Habra Police Department in apprehending a dangerous felony suspect in October 2019. Source: Instagram
This personality has had flights to various parts of the nation. Likewise, as a pilot, he has flown for several major media outlets like KSAZ-TV in Phoenix and KGO-TV in San Francisco. Along with these, he has also worked with other channels including KNBC-TV, KCBS-TV, KABC-TV, and KTTV-TV in Los Angeles.
Moreover, this personality has also bagged several Emmy awards for his work on the KTLA Morning News. Also, various publications have featured his works recently. These publications include Heliweb Magazine, the Hot Rod Network, and Roadkill among others. Moreover, he shares his workspace with his wife. His wife, Ginger Chan, is a traffic anchor at KTLA. Despite his popularity and fame, he has not received any brand endorsement deals as of now. However, it is possible that shortly, he might start to endorse brands.
Mark Kono – Relationship Status
Mark Kono is a happily married man. His wife’s name is Ginger Chan. The two work together at KTLA. Moreover, the lovers have three children together. Their first child is a son named Ryder and he celebrated his 11th birthday in December 2021. Likewise, the family has twin daughters namely Devyn Doris and Alyssa Rose.
Caption: Mark during a family dinner with his wife and kids. Source: Instagram
Their twins flew in a helicopter for the 1st time in September 2021. This opportunity came only after hearing stories about the airport from their brother for a long time, going to McDonald’s for breakfast, seeing cool planes and helicopters, and visiting a few times.
Mark Kono – Body Measurements
Mark Kono stands tall at an approximate height of 5 feet 7 inches or 1.7 meters. Other than this, other details regarding this personality’s other body measurements details like his weight, chest-waist-hip measures, etc. are unavailable. Moreover, this pilot has dark brown eyes and hair of the same color.
Social Media
Caption: Mark was photographed while flying a helicopter. Source: Instagram
Mark Kono – Net Worth 2024
Talking about his social media presence, Mark Kono joined Twitter in February 2014 and so far has more than 5.3k followers on his @MarkKonoSky5 account. Likewise, he goes by @MarkKonoSky5 on Instagram and so far has more than 5.9k followers. Moving on, this pilot has a net worth of around $1 million to $5 million US dollars.