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I took my first flight at 15 years old and was instantly hooked. Since then, I've flown many unique aircraft, including trainers, high-performance aircraft, aerobatic aircraft, and a Flight Safety course on the Lear 45. A few years ago, I got into aerobatics competition, and have been completely hooked. I love teaching and flying aerobatics, and hope to get other club members to catch the aerobatic bug.
The clubs Pitts S-2C is the ideal aircraft to learn basic through unlimited aerobatics. It's also a great aircraft to practice your upset recovery techniques, and become a safer pilot. |
Teaches at: PAO SQL HWD
Accepting new students? Yes
Email: G1000instructor@gmail.com
Hourly instruction rate: $ 55-65 
Special: Bi-Plane Rides and Introductory Aerobatic Flight Specials
Ratings held: Commercial Single-Engine Land, Instrument Rating, CFI, Aerobatics.
May instruct in these aircraft types: *Checkpilot
Sukhoi SU-29, Pitts S2C*, Extra 300L, Stearman PT-18*, Yak-52 and 55, all club Cessna's, G1000 aircraft, and all club Tailwheel aircraft.
Why are you a Certified Flight Instructor?
I've always had a passion for flying since the day I took my first flight at age 15. Since then, I've worked hard to help others experience the magic of flying. To me, watching a student fly around the pattern on their first solo, or pass their check-ride with flying color, is so rewarding.
How long have you been instructing?
10 years
Do you tend to favor PAO, SQL, HWD or E16, and how might it affect a student's ability to schedule time?
I'll teach at any airport, except E16 is a long drive for me.
How would you describe your availability in general?
Part-time. I generally like to schedule flights in the evenings and on weekends.
What method of ground school do you prefer and how does it relate to your syllabus?
I would recommend doing the WVFC ground schools if you're a visual learning. However, if you're one of those people that live on the web, Jeppesen has some great online courses. You should also check-out the clubs preferred online courses: http://pilottraining.com/
What is your favorite aircraft to instruct in?
I own a Russian Sukhoi SU-26M, and it's by far the best aerobatic airplane in the world. It has virtually unlimited vertical perfomance and is certified to +/- 16g's. My favorite WVFC aircraft is by far the Pitts S2C. If you've every dreamed about flying upside in a classic biplane, the Pitts is for you. The Pitts is also wonderful for learning how to safely recover from spins.
What are your aircraft recommendations for a new student?
I think the C-172SP is a great trainer, however, if you want to to save some money, the C-152 works nice as well. If you're interested in a challenge, the Citabria is a great tailwheel airplane.
What percentage of your students pass their checkride on the first try?
100%
Additional Comments:
I'm an avid aerobatic competitor, and a member of the local aerobatic club. If you're interested in aerobatics, or competition, I would be more than happy to get you involved. We routinely have aerobatic days at Tracy airport.
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