Independent CFI/CFII at KBFI, KRNT, KPAE
I am an independent CFI based out of KBFI. As an Air Force veteran, I bring a disciplined, safety first mindset to the cockpit and a deep respect for aviation professionalism. My career focus is on flight instruction, not building hours for the airlines, with the goal of making long term contributions to general aviation by developing capable, confident pilots. I offer personalized, mission driven training tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning style, whether they're just starting out or looking to sharpen advanced skills. I’m dedicated to creating a supportive, effective learning environment built on continuous improvement and mutual respect.
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Details
- State: Washington
- CFI Insurance: Yes
- Aircraft Access for Pilot Training: Yes
- Open to traveling across the country: No
Aircraft Category
- Single Engine Land
Held Pilot Certifications*
- CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor)
- CFII (Instrument Flight Instructor)
- Commercial ASEL (Airplane Single Engine Land)
- High-Performance Endorsement
- Complex Endorsement
Training Stages (Can offer)
- Private Pilot License (Certificate) - PPL
- Instrument Rating - IR
- Commercial Pilot License (Certificate) - CPL
- Certified Flight Instructor - CFI
- Certified Flight Instructor Instrument - CFII
- High-Performance Endorsement
- Complex-Airplane-Endorsement
Specific Aircraft Access
- Access to Cirrus aircraft (G6 Perspective+, G7, SR20, SR22, SR22T) - Access to FAA approved simulator
Aircraft Experience (Instructed in)
I specialize instructing in Cirrus aircraft (all generations)
Aircraft Experience (Piloted)
Cirrus (all generations), C172, DA20, Piper Cub, Piper Arrow
Home Airport(s)
KBFI – King County International Airport – Boeing Field (BFI), located in Seattle, Washington KRNT – Renton Municipal Airport (RNT), located in Renton, Washington KPAE – Snohomish County Airport – Paine Field (PAE), located in Everett, Washington S50 – Auburn Municipal Airport (S50), located in Auburn, Washington
Pilot Training Provided
- Certificates/Ratings Flight Lessons
- Ground School
- Flight Reviews - Biennial Flight Reviews (BFRs)
- Checkride Prep
- Aircraft/Avionics-Specific Training
- Cross-Country Flying
- Flight Planning (VFR, IFR)
- Currency Training
- Aircraft/Insurance Checkout
- Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC)
Type Ratings Held
CFI ASEL, CFII ASEL IR
Ground School Programs Experience
- King Schools
- Pilot Institute
- Sporty's
- ASA
- Jeppesen
- Rod Machado
Pricing - Hourly Rate
$50
Location
Reviews (2)
- TM
Avi was fantastic. A great communicator and flexible prior to the lesson. Great feedback and easy to chat with. Looking forward to future flights with him. Highly recommend him to others, new and old students alike.
Tyler M•May 2026•
- WW
Highly Recommended: Avi Ben-Menahem – Outstanding Cirrus SR-22T Instructor My husband and I recently had the pleasure of training with Avi Ben-Menahem, and I cannot recommend him highly enough. As retired USAF pilots with approximately 3,000 hours each, we had accumulated over 21 years of “rust” since our last regular flying. We needed someone who could not only help us safely get current but also unlock the full potential of our Cirrus SR-22T with the Garmin Perspective+ G1000 suite. Avi delivered on every level. From our very first flight, Avi’s friendly, patient, and professional demeanor immediately put us at ease. He has an exceptional ability to teach complex material clearly and effectively. We were particularly impressed with how he methodically walked us through the “buttonology” of the Garmin G1000 Perspective system — its autopilot modes, synthetic vision, electronic charts, weather integration, and all the advanced capabilities that make the SR-22T such an incredible aircraft. What could have been overwhelming became genuinely enjoyable under his guidance. Thanks to Avi’s expert instruction and encouragement, we successfully completed our Instrument Proficiency Check while sharpening our skills in the high-performance Cirrus environment. He tailored every lesson to our experience level, challenged us appropriately, and celebrated our progress. His deep knowledge of both the aircraft systems and instrument procedures gave us the confidence to fly our SR-22T safely and proficiently again. We thoroughly enjoyed every hour in the air with Avi. If you own a Cirrus (especially an SR-22T) and are looking for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and highly skilled instructor — whether you’re transitioning, getting current, or pursuing an IPC — Avi is the instructor you want. He’s simply excellent.
Wendy W•May 2026•
About
I am an independent CFI based out of KBFI. As an Air Force veteran, I bring a disciplined, safety first mindset to the cockpit and a deep respect for aviation professionalism. My career focus is on flight instruction, not building hours for the airlines, with the goal of making long term contributions to general aviation by developing capable, confident pilots. I offer personalized, mission driven training tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning style, whether they're just starting out or looking to sharpen advanced skills. I’m dedicated to creating a supportive, effective learning environment built on continuous improvement and mutual respect.
I am an independent CFI based out of KBFI. As an Air Force veteran, I bring a disciplined, safety first mindset to the cockpit and a deep respect for aviation professionalism. My career focus is on flight instruction, not building hours for the airlines, with the goal of making long term contributions to general aviation by developing capable, confident pilots. I offer personalized, mission driven training tailored to each student’s unique needs and learning style, whether they're just starting out or looking to sharpen advanced skills. I’m dedicated to creating a supportive, effective learning environment built on continuous improvement and mutual respect.