Instructor Name: Cox, Matthew
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| General Information |
| Base Airport |
SQL |
| Teaches At |
PAO, SQL |
| Accepts New Students |
Yes |
| Payment Types Accepted |
Visa/Mastercard/AMEX/PayPal |
| E-Mail/Phone |
cox.matt@gmail.com
(949) 275-7232 |
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| Hourly Rate |
$100 |
| Ratings Held |
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| AC Instructs In |
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| About the Instructor |
Ratings Held:
ATP-MEL, COM-SEL, CFI, MEI, AGI, Part 107 (UAS)
AC Instructs In:
C-172, C-182; very happy to teach in other aircraft
Why are you a Certified Flight Instructor?
I was a Navy fighter pilot (F/A-18 Hornet), and have missed flying regularly since I started working in tech. I'm excited to share my experience with other pilots!
How long have you been instructing?
I started civilian flying in 2005, and for the Navy in 2008. I did some teaching in the Navy, but I was never a military instructor pilot. As a civilian, I got my CFI rating summer 2019, and have only done informal teaching so far.
Do you tend to favor PAO or SQL, and how might it affect a student's ability to schedule time?
I prefer SQL as I live in S.F., but I'm happy to fly from PAO also.
How would you describe your availability in general?
Nights and weekends are best, but I expect some weekday availability, especially earlier in 2020!
What method of ground school do you prefer and how does it relate to your syllabus?
I'm a visual learner, and have found most students to be. I think the King Schools programs are a great baseline, but should be mixed with case study/real world issue analysis, as well as lessons on the ground, and of course learning by doing.
What is your favorite aircraft to instruct in?
The first plane I learned on, is still one of my favorites, I'm happy to teach anyone in a Robin R200/r2160, though I don't know of any in NorCal.
What are your aircraft recommendations for a new student?
C-172 is classic, and has trained countless students. I often prefer low wing airplanes, and would also look at Piper and Diamond.
What percentage of your students pass their check ride on the first try?
I am new to teaching as a CFI, but I will be shooting for 100%.
Additional Comments:
I have flown a lot of aerobatics, and would be interested in expanding further in that area for anyone interested. |
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