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FAA Part 61 requires a minimum of 40 hours of flight training for a Private Pilot Certificate — at least 20 with an instructor and 20 solo — but most students finish in 60 to 80 hours depending on lesson frequency, study habits, aircraft type, weather, and airport. Discuss a training plan with your instructor to keep progress steady.

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Flight Instructors & Schools > Flight Instructors > CFI available in Portland & Columbia Gorge

CFI available in Portland & Columbia Gorge

CFI / CFI-I / MEI Located in the Columbia Gorge. Willing to travel to local airports from Portland/Vancouver area to The Dalles. No access yet to an aircraft but I am actively looking for aircraft to use for flight training. Experience in Cessna 172's, Piper Seminole, Cirrus SR22T and I am willing to instruct in students own aircraft.

Details

CFI InsuranceYes
Aircraft Access for Pilot TrainingNo
Open to traveling across the countryYes

Aircraft Category

Single Engine Land
Multi Engine Land

Held Pilot Certifications

CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor)
CFII (Instrument Flight Instructor)
MEI (Multi-Engine Instructor)
Multi Engine Rating
Commercial ASEL (Airplane Single Engine Land)
Commercial AMEL (Airplane Multi Engine Land)
High-Performance Endorsement
Complex Endorsement

Training Stages (Can offer)

Private Pilot License (Certificate) - PPL
Instrument Rating - IR
Commercial Pilot License (Certificate) - CPL
Multi Engine Rating - MER
Multi-Engine Instructor - MEI
High-Performance Endorsement
Complex-Airplane-Endorsement

Aircraft Experience (Instructed in)

Cessna 172 (Various models with most experience with G430/G1000 avionics), Piper Seminole, and Cirrus SR22T

Aircraft Experience (Piloted)

Cessna 172 (Various models with most experience with G430/G1000 avionics), Cessna 182, Piper Seminole, and Cirrus SR22T,

Home Airport(s)

KPDX – Portland International Airport (PDX), Portland, Oregon KVUO – Pearson Field (VUO), Vancouver, Washington KTTD – Portland–Troutdale Airport (TTD), Troutdale, Oregon KHIO – Hillsboro Airport (HIO), Hillsboro, Oregon KSPB – Scappoose Industrial Airpark (SPB), Scappoose, Oregon KUAO – Aurora State Airport (UAO), Aurora, Oregon Columbia Gorge–area airports: KDLS – Columbia Gorge Regional Airport – The Dalles Municipal (DLS), The Dalles, Oregon S39 – Prineville Airport (S39), Prineville, Oregon S33 - Madras Airport (S33), Madras, Oregon 4S2 – Hood River Airport (4S2), Hood River, Oregon W52 – Battle Ground Municipal Airport (W52), Battle Ground, Washington

Pilot Training Provided

Certificates/Ratings Flight Lessons
Ground School
Intro/ Discovery Flight
Flight Reviews - Biennial Flight Reviews (BFRs)
Checkride Prep
Safety Pilot
Time Building
Cross-Country Flying
Flight Planning (VFR, IFR)
Currency Training
Night Currency/Proficiency
Aircraft/Insurance Checkout
Instrument Proficiency Check (IPC)

Ground School Programs Experience

Sporty's
Angle of Attack

Additional Notes

$65/hr flight instruction ; $30/hr ground instruction in person or Zoom.

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About

Hello, I'm Walker K.ID VerifiedEmail Verified

Hello! My name is Walker Kaseberg, my journey began in the Air Force, where I served as an avionics technician working on the EC-130H. That experience deepened my love for aviation and technical excellence and continues to inspire my commitment to safety and precision in flight instruction. As a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), Instrument Instructor (CFI-I), and Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI), I am dedicated to teaching pilots at every stage of their journey. My goal is to create a supportive learning environment where students can build both their skills and confidence in the cockpit. My training was conducted in Mesa, AZ in a very complex and busy airspace. As a person, I’m known for my patience, commitment, and clear communication. I believe that every student learns differently, so I work hard to tailor my instruction to meet individual needs. Whether you’re just starting out or advancing toward complex ratings, I’m here to guide you safely and professionally through your aviation adventure.

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