Instructor Name: Blonstein, Steve
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| General Information |
| Base Airport |
PAO |
| Teaches At |
PAO, SQL |
| Accepts New Students |
Yes |
| Payment Types Accepted |
Visa/MC/Amex/PayPal |
| E-Mail/Phone |
steveblonstein@gmail.com
(650) 799-2153
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n/a
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| Hourly Rate |
$80-90 |
| Ratings Held |
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| About the Instructor |
Ratings Held:
CFI, CFII, AGI
AC Instructs In:
C-152*, C-162* C-172*, C-172SP*, C-172SP-G1000*, C-172XP*, C-172RG*, C182*, C182-G1000*, PA28-161*, PA28-181*, PA28-181/5DB*, SR20*, SR22*, T-SR22*, T-SR22-G1000*, DA40-G1000*, M20F* - *Checkpilot
Why are you a Certified Flight Instructor?
I love flying and teaching. I'm not instructing to accumulate hours, and plan to instruct for years to come.
How long have you been instructing?
20 years
Do you tend to favor PAO or SQL, and how might it affect a student's ability to schedule time?
I favor PAO due to the proximity of my home but I'm more than happy to travel to San Carlos.
How would you describe your availability in general?
7AM-9PM Monday to Friday. I generally like to take Saturdays and Sundays off, but can make exceptions if the circumstances require it.
What method of ground school do you prefer and how does it relate to your syllabus?
I recommend the WVFC ground school, but like to add a lot of additional information that cannot be fit into the limited time provided by these classes.
What is your favorite aircraft to instruct in?
Cessna 172 or 172SP. A classic training airplane. Great reliable engine, comfortable interior, decent visibility. For those who already have a license, definitely the Cirrus SR20/SR22. I have one of these planes on the line at West Valley. Every time someone gets out of the plane they'll be saying WOW!
What are your aircraft recommendations for a new student?
Either the C172/172SP or Piper Archer/Warrior.
What percentage of your students pass their check ride on the first try?
All but three in 20 years of instructing
I have been flying for 23 years and instructing for 20. I currently own a Cirrus SR20. Electrical Engineer by training.
Checking out in a Cirrus? I offer the first flight with free flight instruction if you purchase a 10 hour block for subsequent instruction.
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