I’m happy to help pilots in whatever way I can. I’d love to share my experience and help people both be safer pilots, and enjoy all that flying has to offer. I do not have an airplane available for rent, you must provide your own airplane.
If you’ve not met the currency requirements of 14 CFR 61.57 for six months, an IPC is the only way to get current again. You do not need to sit another exam with the FAA, a CFII like myself can sign you off for an IPC. We’ll spend some time on the ground making sure your knowledge of rules, regulations, and procedures are up to date, using scenario based training as much as possible to keep it both practical and interesting. We’ll then fly some approaches - if you’re relatively current and proficient, this can all be done in an afternoon. If you’re a bit rusty, we’ll take the time needed to train to proficiency.
If you want to work on your Instrument rating or your Commercial rating, I’m happy to train you. I’m not currently taking Private Pilot students at this time.
Per 14 CFR 61.56, every two years we need to demonstrate continued proficiency via one of a number of methods — the most common of which is the Flight Review (aka “BFR” or “Biennial Flight Review”). The minimum requirements for a flight review are 1 hour ground training and 1 hour flight training, though most flight reviews will last longer. We’ll use scenario based training to review rules and regulations, and can tailor the flight to any particular skills you want to practice or improve.
The FAA WINGS Program is a “pilot proficiency program” put forth by the FAA to focus on safety within the general aviation community. Pilots can complete knowledge activities online and via in-person seminars, and flight activities with an instructor. There are many “bite sized” activities focused on specific skills or knowledge items that will make you a safer pilot. WINGS also provides an alternative to a Flight Review. By passing a “phase” of the WINGS program (a collection of flight and knowledge activities) you satisfy the requirements of 61.56 for a Flight Review. This can be a fun way to tailor your experience on areas that interest you, as well as developing your skills as a safe pilot.
Flying to Canada - Making that first flight across the border can be somewhat intimidating. It can help to talk to someone who routinely makes the flight, for advice on border crossing and customs formalities, flight plan requirements, and any other advice. I’m happy to help you get comfortable making that first flight up North.
Flying in the SFRAs - We have a fair number of special flight rules areas on the east coast. We’ve got one in NYC over the Hudson and East Rivers, and there’s also one down in DC. Training is available online for both, and there’s no requirement to train with a flight instructor for either. However, it can help to talk with an instructor before attempting these flights the first time.
