At age 17, Aliyar transitioned into the San Diego long range fleet. He spent several years working on the Qualifier 105 and the Shogun. It was during this time that he obtained his Captains license and gained valuable long range knowledge and experience.
With his own boat in mind, he made his way back to Dana Wharf and put his Captains license to use. He began his career as an operator running the Sum Fun and the Reel Fun. After several years at Dana Wharf and a season in the commercial squid industry, Aliyar realized his life long dream of owning his own vessel when he bought into the Pacifica in 2019. It was on this boat that Aliyar cemented himself as one of the fishiest Captains around.
2021 marked his biggest accomplishment to date, when he and business partner Frank LoPreste purchased the Polaris Supreme. Aliyar has a wealth of fishing experience under his belt. He has spent his career honing his skills and preparing for this opportunity. His mission as Captain and part owner is to provide you with the ultimate limited load long range fishing experience from start to finish.