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Andy Bergmann
Battle Ground, Washington

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

I recently completed the 14-day private pilot training program with AFIT Flight School in Lincoln, CA, and it was an exceptional experience. My instructor, Rick, was outstanding. He took the time to ensure I was thoroughly prepared for my check ride, which I successfully passed.

I highly recommend the 14-day program with AFIT for anyone serious about obtaining their private pilot license. The program is intensive, but you can achieve your goal efficiently with dedication.

Rick’s patience, expertise, and commitment to my success were key factors in my positive experience.

If you’re looking to earn your private pilot license quickly and effectively, AFIT’s program is the way to go.

Andy Bergmann

Battle Ground, Washington

Cory Wantaja
Vancouver Washington

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

My time at AFIT flight school in California has been nothing short of extraordinary. Connor, my flight instructor, was a standout throughout my training. His patience and easygoing nature made every flying lesson enjoyable and stress-free. Connor’s ability to convey complex flight information in a simple and clear manner was huge in helping me develop my flying skills quickly and effectively.

Flying with Connor was not only educational but also incredibly fun. His enthusiasm for aviation is contagious, and it made each lesson something to look forward to. Thanks to his excellent instruction, I feel confident and well-prepared in my abilities as a pilot.

I would highly recommend AFIT and specifically the accelerated training program to anyone who is serious about learning to fly. The accelerated route provided me with everything I needed to know in 14 days!

If you’re considering flight training, AFIT is the way to go!

Sincerely,

Cory Wantaja

Vancouver Washington

Brandon Garlock
Aurora, Colorado

14-Day Private Pilot Training

My time in California with AFIT was both memorable and pleasant. It allowed me to complete a long -waited goal in 2 weeks. My instructor Ciprian was a nice person and very accommodating. He answered the phone very quick whenever I had questions or comments. He let me decide the time of day we fly as much as possible and his teaching style was very good for me.

I didn’t feel ready to do my cross-country solo and asked if we could do it one more time together and he was more than happy to. I enjoyed how nothing was sugar coated and he just told me when things may not have been good enough and followed with what I can do to correct them. In addition to Ciprian the Facility manager, Alex was also a very nice guy. The planes themselves were nice and well maintained.

Over all my experience was amazing and would recommend it to anyone thinking about getting their private pilot license.

Sincerely,

Brandon Garlock

Aurora, Colorado

Michael Blair
Laguna Niguel, California

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

I would like to thank Tony, Ciprian, and Alex for their efforts during my 14-day Private Pilot training!

I had limited time and live in an area where it is difficult to complete the FAA requirements for a private pilot certificate. I travelled to Van Nuys to complete the 14-day training with AFIT.

Tony was very helpful and communicative throughout the process. He accommodated me with program dates and helped me find a testing center and aeromedical examiner.

The training was intense and the time flew by, but being able to fly 14-days in a row with the same aircraft and instructor helped me improve my flying skills every day. Ciprian was a great instructor. He understood the needs of the student and developed safe and logical plan to maximize our training effectiveness, focus on areas that needed improvement and complete the Part 61 requirements.

Van Nuys is a great location. Alex manages the planes at Van Nuys and was very accommodating! He was present and answered any questions we had regarding the airplane.

Van Nuys was a great location to be based out of. The weather conditions were great and the airport allowed for us to depart without significant delays on the ground. It also was surrounded by ample training areas and airports.

Thanks AFIT

Michael Blair

Laguna Niguel, California

Jillian Combs
Colorado Springs, Colorado

10-Day IFR Course Review

I just passed my instrument check ride after 10 awesome days of instruction with Thomas at South Valley Regional in Utah. I had a wonderful experience, and would highly recommend anyone to go through Tom and AFIT.

Pros:

– The same instructor and the same plane every day! The consistency was so helpful and it made a huge difference in being able to successfully pass my check ride first try in only 10 days.

– Tom is so experienced and knowledgeable about flying, especially instrument flying. I appreciated all of his stories and examples of why different things were important.

– Getting the check ride scheduled for me made it less stressful trying to find a DPE (especially since I was coming from a different state). The DPE Tom had me schedule with was perfect. He held me to the standard but he wasn’t trying to make me fail like it sometimes feels with other DPEs. I also don’t know how far in advance most people schedule, but I’m really glad I scheduled out far in advance to make the dpe schedule work.

– Tom worked around my schedule and preferences, ie flying early and since we had 12 days from when we started to my check ride taking two days off to rest.

One suggestion I have is building in one or two days break into the course, especially since we had to fly so early because of the 100+ degree temperatures in Utah for these two weeks. It was so nice to have a short break and refresh, otherwise I feel like I would have shown up at my check ide drained.

I also didn’t fully know what to expect going into the course, it ended up being less intense and strict than I was imagining (perhaps due to my previous military life lol). I’m not sure if others felt that way but I was pleasantly suprised with how nice Tom is and how great his instruction skills are, at least for my learning style.

I have no criticisms of the course. I successfully passed my check ride first try and feel I have a solid understanding of instrument flying. I had a great experience!

Jillian Combs

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Andrew Wickline
Brewerton, New York

10-Day IFR Training

Hi Tony–wanted to personally thank you for an amazing training experience with CFII Mike. He is an extraordinary teacher–super patient with my many questions while still managing to keep his daily lesson plans on track. I am a completely different pilot now thanks to his instruction.

I am a SAFER pilot thanks to his keen observations of my deficiencies.

Andrew Wickline

Brewerton, New York

Jason Teeples
San Diego, California

14-Day Private Pilot Training

Tony, I am writing you today to thank you and the entire team at AFIT for helping me full fill a lifelong dream of being a certified private pilot. My instructor Art was thorough and patient as well as very knowledgable. Everyone worked to give me all the time and training I needed to complete my training and pass my check ride. Alex did and excellent job of making sure the plane was ready to go by completing maintenance at night.

I will be back for IFR training in 6 months. Sincerely

Jason Teeples

San Diego, California

Noah Klein
Lancaster, California

Private Pilot Finish Up Course

Earlier this year, I took a checkride and unfortunately received a notice of disapproval. That same day, I had to relocate to California for work, which left me feeling both disappointed and uncertain about when I would get another chance to pass my checkride. After moving, I spoke with several flight schools, and they all informed me that it would take about a month or two to get back up to speed before I could attempt the checkride again. This seemed like a significant investment of both time and money.

Then I discovered Tony and AFIT. On a whim, I reached out, not expecting much, but Tony responded the same day. We discussed my situation, and I was impressed by his understanding, interest, and enthusiasm to help me succeed. Together, we developed a tailored plan to finish up my training. Tony connected me with one of his Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) at Van Nuys, where I met Arthur, my CFI, and Alex, the manager of the AFIT facility.

From the outset, Alex’s passion for flying was evident, and I couldn’t have asked for a better aircraft to train in. Arthur immediately instilled in me the confidence that we were going to work hard and achieve my Private Pilot License (PPL). Over the course of five days, we trained intensively, putting in eight hours a day. Despite some challenging moments, particularly with crosswind landings, Arthur’s explanations and teaching style made everything click for me. The satisfaction of mastering those landings was incredible.

On the day of my checkride, Arthur accompanied me to Camarillo. He ensured the plane was fully prepared and even quizzed me on areas where I had previously struggled, making sure I was confident and well-prepared. After passing the checkride, we had a brief chat before going our separate ways.

I truly could not have asked for a better experience. The support and dedication from Tony, Arthur, and Alex were exceptional, and I am immensely grateful to have found AFIT. Thanks to them, I achieved my PPL, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome.

Thank you to the entire team at AFIT.

Noah Klein

Lancaster, California

Willem Dolleman
Nairobi, Kenya

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

Tony,

I had a great time and Carson is an Excellent instructor and has the patience to teach properly. I loved every minute of it.

Thank you for everything.

Willem Dolleman

Nairobi, Kenya.

Jennifer Campbell
Costa Mesa California / Paris France

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

Tony,

A quick note to say how much I enjoyed the two weeks working with Paul. He’s an exceptional individual and a keen teacher. He was incredibly patient, and got me through the program. Explained things multiple ways until I understood. He’s very knowledgeable about flying, generous in sharing that knowledge and strikes a good balance between professionalism and humanity. Thank you.

Best regards,

Jennifer Campbell

Costa Mesa California / Paris France

Andres Alvarez
San Diego, California

14 Day Private Pilot Training Course

Dear Tony,

Thank you so much for all your help in completing my PPL. Jorge and Ricky were amazing instructors—patient, skilled, and always encouraging. Even when the DPE canceled, you quickly found a solution and kept things on track.

I’ll be returning in January for my Instrument training. I truly appreciate everything you’ve done for me.

Thanks again!

Andres Alvarez

San Diego, California

Michael Focareto
Tempe, Arizona

12-Day Private Pilot Finish-Up Course

Tony

I loved Art… Alex and your entire org… you got me my dream. I’m officially a Private Pilot having earned my license. This entire process has tested me like I have not been tested in a long time. Along the way there were wins and there were losses and at times I wanted to quit. I’m so glad I didn’t and I can’t wait to explore and enjoy.

I will praise your brand along my journey. Thank you for everything

Regards,

Michael Focareto

Veteran Tickets Foundation

Tempe, Arizona

Cody Larsen
Vienna, West Virginia

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

Hi Tony,

Ciprian is a fantastic flight instructor. He is professional, patient, and improved my skills immensely with every hour I flew with him. I highly recommend him. AFIT helped me earn my PPL and make me a more confident pilot.

Also, what do you have available for instrument training?

Cody Larsen

Vienna, West Virginia

Nelson Bettencourt
Tracy, California

My Private Pilot Finish Up Course

My training was absolutely professional. I’ve never had training more professional than the training I experienced with AFIT. I’m Finally a Licensed pilot.

All the credit goes to my instructor Bryan and AFIT.

Thank you

Nelson Bettencourt

Tracy, California

Andrew Saunders
Essex Junction, Vermont

14-Day Private Pilot Training Course

Hi Tony,

I just wanted to email thank you for setting me up with Paul in Van Nuys. Over the last two weeks, I learned what it takes to become a pilot and became one! Accelerated flight training is the way to go! The LA airspace requires your full attention to detail and Paul guided me every step of the way. I passed my checkride on the last day of the course and on day one I never would have thought this was possible. I became a competent and confident pilot by the end of the course and can’t thank Paul and afit enough. I look forward to seeing what opportunities and experiences this new PPL will bring me, and I 100% recommend this program to whoever is committed to the challenge of accelerated flight training.

Thanks again Tony and Paul!

Andrew Saunders

Essex Junction, Vermont

Ralph Rocca
Austin, Texa

14-Day Private Pilot Course

Dear Todd,

It’s hard to put into words how much you helped me in my private pilot journey. From day one of my 14 day flight training, you made me feel comfortable in the airplane. You were very patient with me, and you figured out my individual learning style from the very beginning. You taught me everything I needed to know to not only pass my check ride, but to also be a safe and proficient pilot. I would(and already have) recommend you to anyone wanting to do an accelerated course. It is a very intense 14 days, and Rexburg, Idaho is a great town to do it in. I didn’t rent a vehicle when I was there, and you took me back to my hotel everyday at lunch and at the end of the day. You didn’t have to do that, but that is just a small example of how nice of a guy you are. Aside from the training,

I will always consider you a lifelong friend!

Ralph Rocca

Austin, Texas

Amnon Berger
Westwood, Massachusetts

My Private Pilot Training

Hi Tony!

I want to thank you, Jorge, and everyone else who makes the AFIT operation work, especially all the lovely folks I met at Van Nuys. I am fortunate to say that almost everyone I’ve met so far in my short encounter with the generation aviation world has been wonderful and my time has been incredibly well spent – on the ground and in the air.

For my own journey – I am not pursuing a new occupation, but living up a long sought after dream – I wanted to fly since I was a kid, but never had the opportunity to achieve this until recently. I started out with a more traditional schedule; however, the weather challenges compounded those of daily life. With a demanding job and a busy schedule, it has been difficult to find time to fly consistently, and making progress was difficult. 

I encountered the AFIT program almost by chance; I had an unexpected break in my schedule and luckily that coincided with instructor availability. The AFIT program immediately made sense to me. It allowed me to effectively and efficiently use a short block of time on the calendar to fly daily, develop skills, and practice maneuvers. It allowed me to disconnect from everything else for long enough to achieve the skill level required to complete training. Jorge is a veteran instructor, which allowed him to break away from “traditional” scheduling and rigid curriculums to identify which topics can be expedited, while focusing on the skills I had difficulty with, working with me through negative transfer of skills (who knew you can’t drive an airplane like a car?) and tailoring instruction to me.

My experience in traveling elsewhere to train was, albeit challenging on some aspect, good – and allowed me to focus on training. Being able to train at your location allowed me to gain more confidence and skill with different real-life settings.

Lastly, your responsiveness and advice, from almost half a world away, did not go unnoticed and are highly appreciated. I am grateful for the opportunity and training that I received from you.

Thanks again,

Amnon Berger

Westwood, Massachusetts

Jose Ortega
Midland, Texas

10-Day IFR Training in My Cirrus

Good morning Tony,

I enjoyed the training! Mike is truly a professional at being able to break things down to bite sized pieces.  Had a great gauge on the amount of skill and retention going on and was able to tailor the curriculum to fit my personal learning curve.

Thanks for everything

Jose Ortega

Midland, Texas

Steve Meads
Cottonwood Heights, Utah

IFR and Commercial Flight Training

I recently completed my accelerated flight training for both the instrument rating and commercial certificate. I recommend a fully immersive, accelerated training program, like AFIT, to anyone looking and hoping to get training done efficiently. I have now trained through traditional flight schools, independent instructors, and now AFIT. There is nothing better than having an instructor and airplane fully dedicated to you throughout the entire training experience, and for you as the trainee to be fully focussed and engaged day in and day out. 

For my training I was fortunate to be paired with Ricky at Lincoln, California. It couldn’t have been a better fit. Rick is super patient, knowledgeable and without a doubt experienced at training others to fly. His experience as an instructor contributed greatly to the efficiency and overall efficacy of my training.

I had a positive experience with AFIT and only wish I had found them sooner.

Steve Meads

Cottonwood Heights, Utah

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