14-Day private Pilot Training Course

Tony,

Just now heading back to Seattle. I want you to know what a great experience I had with Mike and the AFIT program in Lincoln. The exhilaration of my first solo will forever be a big picture in my memory! Thank you so much for connecting me with Mike. His aviation  experience, and his patience with me was remarkable. I’m 65, challenged by parallel parking, and can get lost in a shopping mall. Mike accepted the challenge, and I believe I’m well launched as a confident and safe pilot

The entire experience was great. My gratitude and kudos to Mike and  AFIT.

Tom Stonecipher

Everett, Washington

10-Day Instrument Training in my C182T G-1000

Tony,

I enjoyed the AFIT course and working with Mike.  He is as solid as they come. 

The AFIT program is definitely the way to go.  My private license took forever because of work, work travel, weather, and all the rest.  I was constantly relearning from previous lessons and progress was slow.  

With AFIT, I worked with Mike out of Lincoln, CA and enjoyed every minute of it.  Mike is a pro – at flying, instructing, and relating to stressed out and tired students who aren’t yet used to being under the hood. The AFIT model, with Mike’s instruction, kept the training tight and reinforced each day.

I was exhausted at night after flying with Mike, but woke up each morning after dreaming of the IFR lessons Mike drilled into me.  I will fly better and more safely the rest of my life hearing Mike’s voice in my head: “turn, time, twist,” “let’s run a WIRE check,” “where are we going, at what altitude, how will we know when we get there,” “2,500 feet, not 2,600 feet,” and my favorite . . .  “intercept and track – none of what we are doing matters if we are not tracking.” 

Thank you, Mike and thank you AFIT.  I’m a much better pilot because of your training.

Eric Mueller

Incline Village, Nevada

My 14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

It has been 24 hours since I passed my check ride and I still can’t’ believe it. I started flight training 17 years ago and never finished, much to my regret. This year I decided I would finally finish. AFIT was very professional and worked hard to make my 2 weeks very productive. My instructor Sean has been flying since age 16 and it shows. He was a very knowledgeable pilot and an exceptional teacher. He was very calm and made great suggestions to improve my flying skills.

What overwhelmed me is how fast I improved. To see your flying skills improve almost on a daily basis was just amazing. Sean worked tirelessly to sharpen my knowledge and flying skills. We identified weak areas and focused on them to make the check ride successful.

I feel like I have made a lifelong friend in Sean and have already referred a new client. Don’t let the price tag stop you, this program is great value for the dollar.

J. Thomas Heywood MD

Solana Beach, California

10-Day Private Pilot Training Finish-Up Course

Tony,

Ruben could not have been more patient in helping me through every step in getting my pilot’s license. His knowledge was extensive, and his explanations clear, making the entire process so much more manageable. I cannot recommend Ruben highly enough to anyone looking to expand their ratings.”

Thanks again for everything, it was a great experience. I just got a complex endorsement today too, and I figured you’d be happy to hear.

Declan Darcy

Chicago, Illinois

MY 14 Day Private Pilot Course

I wanted to send a quick shout out to Tony and Ruben at AFIT for helping provide an awesome experience earning my private pilot’s license this month.

My experience with the AFIT 14 Day course was nothing less than amazing, I was able to fly all day, every day in amazing weather in the beautiful Lincoln, CA area. Ruben as my instructor, made my course as easy and stress free as possible. His teaching style and acronyms really aided me in remembering important details and eased me through the oral exam and ultimately helped me pass my check ride.

I highly recommend AFIT and Ruben as an instructor for anyone interested in doing the AFIT 14 Day Private Pilot Program.

I’m smiling and miss everyone there at KLHM!

Alex Nasano,

Stony Point, New York

10-Day Instrument Training Course / Cessna 172

Tony,

I am now an instrument rated pilot! About halfway through I was ready to give up but John and his wisdom and British humor gave me a swift kick in the butt to stick with it! John’s style of instruction was spot on, extremely knowledgeable in all areas of flying and an amazing person! I was honored to have the privilege of getting my instrument under the guidance of John, and will definitely be back for continuing my additional ratings. Thanks for everything.

Best Regards,

Clyde Stemberg

Kalispell, Montana

My 14-Day Private Pilot Training

First and foremost Greg is an excellent instructor and a great guy. He is easy to get along with and his relaxed demeanor pays dividends when trying to learn in what can be a stressful undertaking at times. Greg is knowledgeable and his years of experience as an aviator shines through his teaching in the plane, the ground school, and everything in between! The AFIT accelerated program is an adventure in it’s self. Every day it’s a new undertaking with new destinations and new things to learn. The course is a challenge and a big undertaking, but having Greg by my side for 2 weeks I was able to learn a tremendous amount about aviating, navigating, and communicating and my confidence grew and grew as the time flew by. In 2 weeks’ time not only did I have an adventure of a lifetime which culminated with getting my pilot’s license, but I also made a good friend!

Thanks Greg, cheers!

Your student. Your friend,

James Lufker

Huntington, New York

Private Pilot finish-up Course

I began the AFIT program in Lincoln, CA shortly after my instructor in Vegas broke his foot and needed surgery. This put a big hold on my training. I felt totally confident with my flying skills but I was very behind on my ground knowledge. Back in Vegas, I failed my written test and within 2 days of working with Ruben, I passed the written test with an 85%. Just 6 days after that, with the dedicated instruction from Ruben I passed my Private Pilot Check ride. Even though I felt confident in the plane prior to meeting Ruben and beginning the AFIT program, by the end I realized how much I had learned and become a better pilot. Ruben was willing to do anything for me to pass my check ride in the 8 days I was working with him. I will forever be grateful for him and AFIT for what they have done for me. The amazing thing that, looking back, I realize is that Ruben taught me so much and it didn’t even feel like instruction. Ruben made it the most enjoyable process along the way and like I had previously stated, he was willing to do anything for me to get my check ride behind me!

Thank you for everything Ruben. For the last couple weeks, I’ve just been in awe of the quality instruction I received from you. Still can’t believe that we did it! 

Sam Stevens

Henderson, Nevada

10-Day IFR In My DA-40 NG

Hi Tony,

As a newly-minted instrument pilot, I rank the AFIT training experience as one of the best aviation experiences I’ve ever had.  The ten-day format made learning the required skills easier and developed them into habits.  Beyond meeting the minimums, the full days provided lots of time for building out a fuller picture of instrument flying and how it works in the real world.  At the end, my check ride went as smoothly as one could ever hope.

There is lots to learn in the IFR world – procedures, flying skills, radios, instruments, etc.  The beauty of the format is that there is no time to lose a nascent skill between lessons.  You learn a proper radio call on the morning flight and do it again that afternoon and then again the next morning.  Meltdown doing holding procedures in the morning?  Back we went to the same place after lunch to get it right.  Had there been a week-long gap between sessions, the experiences and skills would have faded.

Spending 8-10 hours per day with an experienced CFII, one can’t help but learn a lot beyond the basics.  For example, at one point my airplane displayed an engine warning light.  Working through that issue was not on the instrument syllabus, but given we were in the middle of the program, we strategized how to handle a stop at the shop for a quick repair and incorporated it into the required cross country.  A weekly lesson format would have ended with “let me know when you get it fixed.”  There is no substitute for “real world” experience and when you are committed to a ten-day program, the real world is more apt to show up!

Check ride preparation is more than pilot training; there’s the required documentation.  Given that these guys do this training over and over, they know how to prepare the paperwork in their sleep.  On check ride day, my CFII walked with me into the DPE’s office, stood by as the documentation was reviewed (available to fix anything if necessary), and got the check ride started on the right foot.  Contrast that to flying to an unfamiliar airport, hoping the paperwork meets any idiosyncratic preferences of the DPE, and starting the oral after going through an audit.  Much better to fully focus on the oral and flight without worrying about logbook gotchas.

For me, the program was a smashing success.  The non-stop nature enhanced my learning and created a cool life experience.  I gained some valuable judgement and got through the check ride relatively unscathed.  Bravo!

Thanks.

Andy Segal
Bolinas California

14-Day Private Pilot Training Experience

Dear Tony,

I wanted to share my experience training with Oleg.  Oleg is a great instructor and a truly amazing pilot. I learned so much in such a short time, I didn’t even know it was possible but Oleg really supported me from start to finish. He pushed me, but also listened to me and pulled back when I was feeling overwhelmed. Even with the added stress of the California fires, Oleg adapted the training and made sure I got all my hours in. I really felt like his and my main goal, everyday for 14 days, was to get me to pass the exam. Fortunately, the hard work paid off in full and I am now a certified pilot.

It was tough to fit all the training and all my questions into 14 days since I had no background or experience in aviation before hand, but Oleg made it happen.

You’ve got a good instructor on your hands.

Sincerely,

Roxanne Gates

Kapolei, Hawaii

My 14-Day Private Pilot Training Course / KLHM

I just want to say thank you to Tony from AFIT and to my incredible instructor, Ruben, for helping me achieve my lifelong goal of becoming a private pilot! Five years ago, I first started flight training the traditional way at a local airport. Unfortunately, my instructor, a new CFI who was fresh out of school and couldn’t wait to join the airlines, seemed more concerned about logging time for himself than my flight training. After about 15 hours of lessons spread out over several months and never soloing, I decided to take a break because life became too busy, and at the rate I was going, it seemed like I would never get my private pilot license.

Earlier this year, my friend told me about AFIT and how he was able to get his private pilot license in just two weeks. I was intrigued and gave Tony a call, and he got me set up with my AFIT instructor, Ruben, at Lincoln Airport outside Sacramento. When I first met Ruben, I could tell right away that my flight training experience would be much better this time. As a full-time, senior flight instructor, Ruben’s number one goal was helping me become a safe and competent pilot, not building time for himself to move on to some airline. Ruben is an excellent flight instructor with a real passion for teaching. Because of him, I was able to complete my first solo flight in just three days. By the end of the two weeks, Ruben made sure that I was very well prepared for my checkride.

The upfront cost of AFIT is high, but I have no doubt that those two weeks cost less than traditional flight training, which is inefficient and takes many more hours spread over months or years. The training with AFIT is intense, but it is efficient, and I know that I am a safer, better pilot because of it. Having tried flight training the traditional way, there really is no comparison: If you truly want to become a pilot, AFIT is the way to go.

Nicholas Stauffer M.D.

Gallup, New Mexico /  Barto Pennsylvania

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course KLHM

Hi Tony,

Sean is a well-skilled pilot and instructor. He really gives you the reigns from day one. Flying with Sean is more than just flight school. He really gets you ready for life as a pilot. Flying with Sean, I felt well prepared for my check flight and beyond. I still use many of, if not all, of the things he taught me today. You are in good hands as a pilot, with Sean as your instructor. 

Thanks for everything!

Best Regards,

Basileo “Toks” Odukoya

Los Angeles, California

14-Day Private Pilot Training

For nearly a decade I have been trying to get my pilot license. I even tried other accelerated training courses. What I encountered was relatively new CFI’s who were just building time for their commercial licenses. While they did fine I found they were not as experienced as I wanted. 

I decided 2020 was the year for me to finally get my licenses. As I researched the options AFIT clearly stood out. Once contacted they send my multiple options and instructors. The biggest difference was the total experience of their CFIs. Tony sent me Greg’s information along with the description of “mature and friendly”. Greg had over 8000 plus hours. 

Greg turned out to be the perfect CFI for me! He was indeed mature and friendly. His style was easy going but no compromises when it came to the training and safety. He quickly got me back up to speed with flying and drilled me during ground school to make sure I was 100% ready for the oral test and check ride. 

Greg is fantastic! I can’t express enough my thanks for helping me reach this life long goal. 

Tom McKeone

Austin, Texas

14-Day Private Pilot Course

Hello AFIT,  

First, let my state, your school’s the greatest ever. There’s no form of gratitude to explain how grateful I am for AFIT and my great instructor Greg P.  Greg’s experience and guidance is paramount and unmatched. Literally the best instructor I’ve ever met. Greg and AFIT did everything in their power to make my dreams come true. AFIT, Thank you for giving me the best facility and best instructor in the world.

I Appreciate Greg and AFIT more than they’ll ever know.

Sincerely,

Sayyid McDonald

Chicago, Illinois

My 14-Day Private Pilot Training

Tony,

Just wanted to drop you a line and mention how happy I was with my training.  Andy was great and I couldn’t have hoped for a better instructor.  He is funny. down to earth and easy to get along with.  He geared his instruction to me and to the test and made sure I was prepared every step of the way.  Even though I didn’t get a few key things done before I got down there, he went above and beyond the call to make sure I was ready for the check ride and prepped me for a successful check out.

Thanks

Oliver Simmons MD

Doral, Florida

6-Day Commercial Training Course

Hi Tony,

I had a great time flying with Sean. I like your program and I will tell others about it. Thanks Tony and Sean, I can’t wait to get my first flying job.

Best Regards,

Cam Hunt

Colusa, California

IFR Finish-Up Course / Columbia 400 with Avidyne Entegra, Garmin 750/650  / KLHM

Tony,

I once again want to thank you and Mike for the time spent to prepare me for my check ride. Your method of instruction and your depth of core knowledge as well as your aviation trivia all worked to make the course extremely helpful and enjoyable. I feel that I am a far better actual pilot now, having resorted to hand flying virtually everything during the training in spite of an available autopilot. I cannot express enough how far that alone went in my aviation progress.  Mike saw things through to the very end, and having him around for the check ride helped with the nerves, just knowing I had support nearby.

I appreciated Mike’s care and concern for my plane, and his willingness to humor my somewhat obsessive habits in the way I delicately treat my plane was not overlooked in my options of the course. It speaks volumes to your level of respect for students.

Overall, I feel that both you and the AFIT course deserve an A+ rating and I would recommend you guys anytime! 

Thanks again for everything!

Jackie E. Smith

Irvine, California

My 14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

Tony,

It is still hard for me to believe that in as little as 2 weeks I went from having zero flight experience to passing my private pilot check ride. My instructor Sean went above and beyond to prepare me and with his help I was able to obtain my private pilot’s license in 2 weeks, even with less than ideal weather.

I could not recommend this program highly enough!

Gabriel Mollica
Southold, New York

My 14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

Tony,

A huge thanks to you and to Sean for helping me accomplish my goal of becoming a Private Pilot.

Sean is a weapon of a pilot and an outstanding instructor. He is knowledgeable, and has extensive training & experience in all areas of aviation. The best part is that he makes all of the hard work fun. The training could have been stressful and overwhelming but Sean’s calm and patient demeanor allowed me to feel confident and learn in a stress-free environment. I couldn’t have asked for a better instructor. I truly enjoyed flying with him.

I had absolutely zero flight experience before AFIT— and to now have my private pilot license after just two weeks of training is truly a testament to Sean’s ability to teach these skills so quickly. During my 14 day training we experienced intense weather but Sean was flexible and adapted his training not only to my personal learning curve but also to the weather conditions. He is genuinely invested in his student’s success.

The 14-Day Private Pilot course is one of the most challenging yet rewarding experiences. Highly recommend the program and highly recommend Sean as a CFI.

Thanks for the incredible experience.

Until next time,

Carla Berntsson

Springfield, Illinois