Hello, I’m Rick, a commercial pilot and Certified Flight Instructor. After joining the Marine Corps at 18 I spent the first half of my professional career as a software engineer. In 2018 I quit my job to fly full time with an eye on instructing full time and haven’t looked back. I believe very strongly in providing real world, common sense flight training and try to spread general aviation to those outside of our community. [Services] - Flight Instruction I believe very strongly in providing high quality, individualized training. My goal is to prepare you for the real world, not to just pass the test. - Flight Reviews As pilots we are required to fly with a CFI for a flight review at least every 2 years. This is a great time to brush up on your stick and rudder skills. - Drone Services I am available for drone videography and editing. Part 107 Commercial Drone Certificate preparation is also available. - Ground Instruction Ground instruction is an often overlooked part of flight training. From a single lesson to an entire ground course I’m happy to help. - Online Consultation Don’t feel like getting out of your PJs? I am available for ground instruction online via Skype, Facetime, etc.

Home Airport(s)

KISP – Long Island MacArthur Airport (ISP), Islip, New York KHWV – Brookhaven Airport (HWV), Shirley, New York KFRG – Republic Airport (FRG), Farmingdale, New York