About Us
🛫 Howdy! Welcome to Skyfarer Academy, a flight learning platform designed to make it easy to find, schedule, and connect with a certified instructor, helping you become a skilled pilot more effectively.
Find the sessions that fuel your passion for flight and beyond
Founded on a passion for aviation training, our mission is to provide accessible, high-quality flight training instruction that empowers individuals to achieve their aviation dreams. We offer personalized, interactive learning experiences, where seasoned instructors provide real-time guidance to enhance skills, knowledge, and confidence.
Skyfarer Academy was born from the shared vision of aviation enthusiasts and seasoned pilots, including our co-founders Todd and Nick. Both share a passion for aviation and understand the challenges pilots face in finding experienced guidance, especially when it’s needed most. With decades of combined experience, they set out to create a centralized platform that offers personalized, interactive learning tailored to the needs of both beginners and advanced pilots.
From RC Planes to Airlines
Aviation is in Todd's blood. As far back as he can remember, his parents would say that all he ever talked about was airplanes. At the age of 12, Todd started building gas-powered remote-control aircraft, and by 14, he took his first flight lesson. He soloed at 16 and earned his private pilot's license at 17. From there, he quickly completed his instrument, commercial, multi-engine, and flight instructor certificates.
His first airline interview was with CommutAir in August 2001. We all know what happened to the world and the aviation industry shortly after that. Todd continued flight instructing for another five years before moving to the great Pacific Northwest. There, he began flying Cessna Caravans, Twin Otters, and King Airs. In 2019, he joined Horizon Airlines to fly the Q400 and later upgraded to Captain on the Embraer 175 before becoming a First Officer on the Boeing 737 with Alaska Airlines.
Instructor Team
The flight instructors at Skyfarer Academy comprises highly experienced pilots with diverse backgrounds in aviation. From commercial airline pilots to seasoned flight instructors, our experts bring their deep aviation knowledge and practical experience to the online training. They are dedicated to providing personalized guidance, ensuring that each student receives the support they need to succeed.
Meet Our Instructors
Each member of our instructor team is a highly skilled aviator, driven by a passion for sharing their expertise. With precision and dedication, they guide you through every aspect of your training, helping you master the skies.
Tom L.
Active airline pilot and retired Navy flight instructor
Daniel M.
Commercial pilot ASEL & AMEL, CFI, AGI
Peter A.
Thousands mentored, decades of experience AGI
Connor M.
ASEL & AMEL comm; CFII; Part 141 instructor
Christian W.
With seven FAA certifications and ratings: CFI, CFII, MEI
Inaia J.
Bilingual (English & Spanish) airline ground instructor
Clay C.
5,000 flight hours and 535 instructional hours
Jaylen P.
Air Force Academy; AGI, CFI, CFII, CMEL
Hailey Z.
Commercial Airline Pilot; Gold Seal CFII
Ryan K.
Teach ground class in Part 141 program
Dave K.
Graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Justin H.
Pilot and Sim Instructor for an Airline in A220; Drone Instructor
Why Skyfarer Academy?
Imagine sitting in the cockpit for the first time, fully prepared and ready to take control. With a solid understanding of flight principles before you ever leave the ground, you’ll advance faster, save money, and earn your next pilot’s license sooner. We don’t take that responsibility lightly. Here are just 4 reasons you should consider us:
1. Find the Best Flight Instructor for You
You can find an instructor who fits your personal training needs. Whether you're looking for next pilot licenses or rating ground school, we make it easy to choose the instructor that aligns with your aviation goals. With instructors based across the country, you can schedule sessions that fit your time zone and availability.
2. Real-World Experience, Proven Success
Many of our instructors are experienced in online teaching students. We understand the challenges, plateaus, and struggles that most students face on their journey to becoming a skilled pilot. Because of this hands-on experience, our instructors know exactly how to help you break through those barriers and achieve real progress. Our team of instructors remains in touch with the latest aviation knowledge and real-world training needs, ensuring you receive the most effective and relevant guidance possible.
3. Skyfarer Academy is Affordable
With different expert instructors available, you can choose training sessions that suit both your budget and your aviation training level. We make it possible for you to learn faster and speed up your training without breaking the bank.
4. 1-on-1 Personalized Training Plans
Create a customized training plan with your instructor to target the areas where you want to improve, from mastering specific flight maneuvers to preparing for your next checkride. Skyfarer Academy instructors take the time to understand your goals and learning style to craft a specialized plan.
Skyfarer Academy is a community for those who live for the skies. We believe the essence of flying lies in unforgettable experiences of achievement and discovery—moments when you feel the joy of navigating the air with confidence. Our commitment is to deliver more of these moments through personalized, expert-led instruction.
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