Most of the time, a flight simulator is used as a classroom aid. Lessons are delivered to one or maximum two learners at a time, or families of up to three members, also at a time.
Modes of instruction: – F2F, on-site – F2F at Chuck’s home office, next to the UCLA campus – Video conference via zoom
The cost of a program is determined by its duration, at established hourly rates.
*The rates are one-on-one.
**The rates are calculated as pay-ahead rates, which means maintaining an account balance of $ 300 or more.
***Get 25% off the total cost
Either by sharing a Ground School program (FSE or CS) with a friend
Or by sharing a complete Ground School program (CS only) with two other family members
Specific purpose instruction – per hour
Briefing: welcoming new pilots
Aircraft transition — POH | limitations | systems | procedures
Instrument panel transition — analog and glass cockpit | G1000 | GTN750
Instrument panel transition — Flying the green needle with GPS in lieu of DME
Biennial Flight Reviews and Proficiency Checks (ground / flight portion)
Mock practical tests (oral / flight portion)
* Duration will be determined individually for each case.
Ground School complete programs
Guarantee: If any learner from these programs does not pass their FAA knowledge test, they will receive 15 hours of free instruction in the same modality they initially took the program (Face2face / zoom). Incentive: If a learner achieves a score of 100% on their FAA knowledge test, I will celebrate their success with a $100 gift.
* Get 25% off the total cost by sharing this program with a friend.
The FSE Mode addresses the shorter-duration programs often quoted by flight schools. These estimates are for reference only, as the actual duration depends on how much self-study learners commit to their goals. This mode of instruction is ideal for those seeking to refresh their knowledge, as well as new learners who are self-motivated, can keep up with fast-paced instruction, and require minimal guidance in navigating FAA handbooks and related free materials and publications.
Minimum booking per session: One 90-minute lesson
Minimum weekly commitment: Book at least 3 hours per week with the instructor, that is 2 sessions. Devote at least 3 hours of self-study for each hour of instruction
Flight school learners often complement this modality with online ground school programs offered by industry-recognized publishers. I can recommend a few in our first session and help you find the one that best fits your study habits and expectations.
* Times are for reference only and rely on the learner’s progress ** Syllabii by other Aviation Materials Suppliers are also available according to the learner’s needs
** For an estimate of the program cost,
* Get 25% off the total cost by sharing this program with a friend or up to two family members.
In this mode of instruction, I prefer to begin by presenting the learner with various ground school programs, allowing them to make an informed choice about which one best motivates them. Once they’ve selected a program, we can follow it together.
Major aviation publishers have developed program syllabi and created study materials to walk the learners along the educational path they’ve outlined. These materials, unlike the FAA publications, have a cost which will be covered by the student.
Another advantage of the CS mode is that I integrate as much Commercial Pilot knowledge as possible into the Private Pilot syllabus. The same topics are covered in greater depth, but in a way that is still easy for the private pilot applicant to understand. This approach not only enhances the efficiency of ground school training but also provides valuable knowledge that will help the applicant achieve better results during their flight time from the start of their Private Pilot flight training.
Minimum booking per session: Either one 120-minute lesson with a 5-minute break half time OR two 90-minute lessons with a 10-minute break in between
Minimum weekly commitment: Book at least 4 hours per week with the instructor, that is 2 sessions. Devote at least 1.5 hours of self-study for each hour of instruction
