Over the years, I have had the opportunity to fly a number of different complex and high performance piston and turboprop aircraft. I am a factory trained instructor for the Columbia/Cessna/TTX/C240 aircraft. I am a certified instructor for the American Bonanza Society and offer training through the Beechcraft Pilot Proficiency Program.
Initial Aircraft Training
Initial Aircraft training for single engine high performance aircraft are training programs designed to bring you up to speed on aircraft familiarization, systems, normal and emergency procedures, and the handling characteristics of your aircraft in an organized, thorough and efficient manner. The program incorporates a self-directed, pre-training study process, followed by a series of one-on-one training sessions. These full immersion sessions consist of a series of ground sessions and cross-country flight scenarios. Scenarios progress from basic VFR flight on through emergency procedures in IFR flight conditions. This process is modeled after the FAA/Industry Training Standards to deliver the most effective and comprehensive training available.
We understand that each client brings a unique set of experiences and knowledge to the initial training process. Consequently, the training itself is flexible, seeks to build on your prior experiences while setting the proper framework for the safe operations in the new aircraft. Completion standards are based on demonstrating knowledge and flight proficiency to FAA ACS/PTS standards in VFR and IFR conditions responding to the normal, abnormal and emergency scenarios presented. Standards applied are the ACS/PTS standards for the level of pilot certificate you hold.
The goal of our transition training programs is to ensure that you leave with the knowledge, understanding, skill and the self-confidence to safely fly your aircraft.
Recurrent Aircraft Training
Recurrent Aircraft training for high-performance aircraft applies all the same techniques as your initial training program. It employs self-directed study/refresher program, from there, the training moves directly into one-on-one ground and flight training sessions utilizing cross country scenarios covering normal, abnormal and emergency situations in both VFR and IFR conditions.
The goal of recurrent training is to refresh your knowledge and skills, address any issues you may have encountered and ensure that you leave with the self-confidence to continue flying your aircraft safely and effectively.
