I learned to fly in college in the pre-GPS days and left with all my ratings and a degree in IT. I pursued IT as a career and taught flying on the side. I left IT in 2021 and am currently a full-time pilot flying business jets while still instructing and mentoring on my time off. While teaching, I integrate the use of technology with the mentoring skills learned by developing and encouraging high-performing employees. My teaching style focuses on precise control (flying the numbers - airspeed, altitudes, procedures) while engaging with you through questions and conversation to fully understand the what and why. My strengths include teaching the details (FARs, technical knowledge, charts), using scenario-based training, safety, and emergencies. I'm a great option for anyone who likes structure and clear communication in their training. I keep my skills current by going beyond simply flying. I am an active participant in the WINGs program & a former WINGS presenter, do at least 1 major training event (such as a new rating, advanced skills training, etc.) each year, and am active in multiple aviation clubs. When I'm not flying, you'll find me traveling, riding my motorcycle, and working outdoors.

Flying At/Near These Airport(s)

KVTA – Newark–Heath Airport (VTA), Heath, Ohio

Pricing Notes

Simple pricing. Flight time is billed per Hobbs or, if there is no Hobbs in the plane, then engine start to engine stop. Half an hour (.5) is added for a pre and post-flight review. No groud time is charged for Flight Reviews if the WINGs program is used to complete all ground training.