Hello, I'm Max T.

I grew up in Northern Virginia and completed my flight training between Manassas and Leesburg before continuing at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach​,​ where I majored in Air Traffic Management while also flying. Aviation has been a part of my life from the start—I’ve been hooked since I was three years old flying toy planes​,​ and by eight I had a full flight simulator setup at home. I’m a CFI​/​CFII instructing in single-engine land aircraft​,​ with experience in Pipers​,​ Cessnas​,​ and Diamonds. Before becoming a flight instructor​,​ I coached youth soccer for ages 10–16​,​ which shaped my teaching style to be patient​,​ adaptable​,​ and focused on building confidence in every student. I believe you can always be learning and that you can never be overprepared. My goal is to help you become a safe​,​ confident pilot who’s not just ready for a checkride—but ready for real-world flying. If you’re looking for an instructor who’s invested in your success and easy to work with​,​ I’d be happy to help you get started.