CFI/CFII for Instruction at KMIC, KSGS, KANE, KFCM, 21D
Learn to fly in the beautiful state of Minnesota!
I’ve been a gearhead my whole life—always finding an excuse to ride, drive, and wrench on on anything with wheels. That passion eventually led me to aviation, and after my first discovery flight, I was hooked.
As an independent CFI, I offer a tailored flight training experience built around your goals, schedule, and learning style. Whether we’re flying a vintage tailwheel aircraft or a modern high-performance aircraft with a glass cockpit, my focus is on building real-world skills with an emphasis on safety, practicality, and efficiency.
Training provided in the airports surrounding the Minneapolis and St. Paul regions, including (but not limited to): Fleming Field (KSGS), Downtown St. Paul (KSTP), Anoka (KANE), Crystal (KMIC), and Flying Cloud (KFCM).
Details
StateMinnesota
CFI InsuranceYes
Aircraft Access for Pilot TrainingYes
Open to traveling across the countryNo
Aircraft Category
Single Engine Land
Held Pilot Certifications*
CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor)
CFII (Instrument Flight Instructor)
IGI (Instrument Ground Instructor)
Commercial ASEL (Airplane Single Engine Land)
Tailwheel Endorsement
High-Performance Endorsement
Complex Endorsement
Training Stages (Can offer)
Private Pilot License (Certificate) - PPL
Commercial Pilot License (Certificate) - CPL
Tailwheel Endorsement
High-Performance Endorsement
Complex-Airplane-Endorsement
Aircraft Experience (Instructed in)
C-150, C-172, R182 (C-182 RG)
Aircraft Experience (Piloted)
C-150, C-172, R182 (C-182 RG), J-3C, RV12
Home Airport(s)
KMIC – Crystal Airport (MIC), Minneapolis, Minnesota
KSGS – South St. Paul Municipal Airport (Richard E. Fleming Field) (SGS), South St. Paul, Minnesota
KANE – Anoka County-Blaine Airport (Janes Field) (ANE), Blaine, Minnesota
KFCM – Flying Cloud Airport (FCM), Eden Prairie, Minnesota
21D – Lake Elmo Airport (21D), Lake Elmo, Minnesota
KLVN – Airlake Airport (LVN), Lakeville, Minnesota
Pilot Training Provided
Certificates/Ratings Flight Lessons
Ground School
Intro/ Discovery Flight
Flight Reviews - Biennial Flight Reviews (BFRs)
Checkride Prep
Time Building
Cross-Country Flying
Flight Planning (VFR, IFR)
Currency Training
Night Currency/Proficiency
Aircraft/Insurance Checkout
Ground School Programs Experience
Gleim Aviation
Sporty's
Pricing - Hourly Rate
50
Location
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I've been a gearhead ever since I was a kid, racing and wrenching on motorcycles, bicycles, cars... you name it. It wasn't until a few years ago that I realized the world of general aviation was something almost anybody could participate in, and not just some inaccessible hobby reserved for the elite. I was hooked after my discovery flight, and now I find myself constantly looking for excuses to be at the airport. Whether I'm flying a fabric covered tailwheel airplane from the 1940s, or a modern light sport with full glass cockpit, there's no place I'd rather be than up in the air.
Whether you are looking to take your first discovery flight, are working on your next rating, or need a flight review, please feel free to reach out!
I've been a gearhead ever since I was a kid, racing and wrenching on motorcycles, bicycles, cars... you name it. It wasn't until a few years ago that I realized the world of general aviation was something almost anybody could participate in, and not just some inaccessible hobby reserved for the elite. I was hooked after my discovery flight, and now I find myself constantly looking for excuses to be at the airport. Whether I'm flying a fabric covered tailwheel airplane from the 1940s, or a modern light sport with full glass cockpit, there's no place I'd rather be than up in the air.
Whether you are looking to take your first discovery flight, are working on your next rating, or need a flight review, please feel free to reach out!
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CFI/CFII for Instruction at KMIC, KSGS, KANE, KFCM, 21D
CFI/CFII for Instruction at KMIC, KSGS, KANE, KFCM, 21D