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“Unwaveringly committed to efficiently shaping empowered airplane pilots so they can change their stars and expand their horizons.”

I’m a Flight and Ground Instructor.
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“Fielmente comprometido a formar con eficiencia a pilotos capaces, para que tomen las riendas de su destino y expandan sus horizontes.”
Committed to sharing his best airmanship, Chuck seeks to help as many people as possible achieve their goal to fly.
Chuck will go the extra mile to make ground learning fun and motivating.

One-to-one ground instruction

Applies the instructional rate by the hour.

When helpful, a flight simulator is used as a classroom aid.
Lessons are conducted for either one learner, a maximum of two learners at a time, or for families of up to three members per session.

Modes of instruction:
– F2F, on-site
– F2F at Chuck’s home office, in DTLA, next to the Federal Reserve
– Video conference via zoom.

Specific purpose instruction

Applies the instructional rate by the hour.
  • For Instructor applicants

    • CFI initial – FOI course and endorsement
    • CFI-A / CFI-I / MEI – lesson plans and checkride prep
    • CFI / CFI-I development: onboarding, proficiency, mentorship


  • Written Exam tutoring
    PPL   ->   CPL   ->   FIA   ->   AGI   ->   ATP
    IR   ->   CFII


  • Face to face Groundschool for small groups
    hands on workshops on hot topics, such as:

    • VFR Flight Planning
    • Planning for altitude in warm days
    • IFR Flight Planning – towered and non-controlled airports

    • Weather pre-flight briefings
    • Weather for IMC flying (IFR)

    • Weight, Balance & Performance for your aircraft
    • Aircraft control more predictable with Aerodynamics
    • Private and Commercial Flight Maneuvers
    • Aircraft Systems and Avionics

    • Navigation with ground and satellite based navAids
    • Aeronautical Charts & Publications
    • Instrument Procedures and ATC clearances
    • Automation and Cockpit management


  • Discovery Flight Preparation course

  • Prep for the First Solo Flight program

  • Mock Oral Exams. Certificate Programs

Discovery Flight — preparation course

If you’re considering dipping your toes into aviation.

The course provides basic knowledge and understanding of the many things that will be going on in very short time.
  • Why take a sky tour – the adventure and the sights
  • Safety and reliability of General Avaition airplanes
  • What to expect
    • The airplane controls
    • the airport
    • the airpace
    • the route
    • the altitudes
    • the navigation equipment
    • the charts
    • the radio communications and traffic procedures

The course complements a Discovery Flight experience.
See Fleet for aircraft and airport alternatives.
Find this program under programs and costs.
Video of a mid-length discovery flight out of KLGB in a 2-seater.
See the PilotEdge Tracker for that recording.

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Pilot16 – First Solo Flight Program

From 14 years old to 99

Confidence, focus, and a future that takes off. — fly before you drive !!

Your 16th Birthday Goal: First Solo Flight. — FAR § 61.83(a)

– Become an FAA Certified Private Pilot at 17!FAR § 61.103(a)

Start Your Pilot Journey NOW!

Begin with your Ground Schooling today:
– FAA Written Test prep
Pre-Solo KnowledgeFAR § 61.87(b)
– Private Pilot Practical Test – Knowledge Areas — FAR
§ 61.105(b)

Alongside Simulator and Flight training on:
Pre-Solo Maneuvers and ProceduresFAR § 61.87(d)(1)
– Private Pilot Practical Test – Flight Proficiency — FAR § 61.107(b)(1)

This is my hourly rate.
This program is the first of three milestones of the SOLID Private Pilot program.
Find it under programs and costs.
* FAR = Federal Aviation Regulations
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Look for the special rates applied in the course bundle estimate :
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