My name is Kevin, originally from the Chicago area currently residing in Denver. I am a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI​/​CFI-I) operating at Centennial Airport (KAPA) outside of Denver. Available for instruction for private, instrument, and commercial candidates as well as flight reviews, IPCs, and aircraft checkouts in C172 & C182 aircraft (G1000 & steam gauges). Aviation is career 3.0 for me and something I've developed a major passion for. Before aviation I spent about 7 years in corporate sales and another 5 years teaching English as a second language both abroad and locally in Denver. My basic philosophy for teaching people to fly is a lot like bowling. I will teach you how to bowl a strike, but first you're likely going to throw some gutter balls. That teaches you what doesn't work on either end. From there you'll work within the lane and hit some outer pins, then more, and finally strikes. By the end you'll be throwing those nice professional bowler level curving shots and knocking down all the pins. All corny comparisons aside, I aim to deliver personalized quality flight instruction. I aim to be efficient with your time & money, but ultimately we're going to work at it until its well within standards. I strive to find what works for each individual, rather than employing the same strategy and explanation to everyone. I will provide a clam and friendly experience during your training, while keeping us focused on the task at hand. In my spare time I enjoy all things outdoorsy: hiking, camping, backpacking, skiing, biking, etc. I'm an avid photographer, wannabe chef, and caretaker to too many (thriving) house plants. When I'm able, I like to travel domestically and internationally. Learning about people & culture fascinates me to no end. Professionally I want to continue to learn & grow in aviation. Up next for me will be a commercial multi engine certificate followed by MEI. I enjoy flight instructing and could see myself doing this well into the future while also working another flying job.

Airport(s)

KAPA - Centennial Airport, Colorado

Specific Aircraft Access

C-172S C-182T

Aircraft Experience (Instructed in)

C-172S C-182T

Aircraft Experience (Piloted)

C152 C172 C182 PA-28

Pricing - Hourly Rate (e.g. Ground Instruction, Flight Instruction, Travel Time, Flight Review)

$60-$70​/​hr

Pricing Notes

$60 for private $70 for instrument and commercial