Master Instructors is pleased to announce that Judy Phelps of Santa Paula, California, has been designated a Master Instructor-Aerobatic for the 8th time. Judy Learned to fly at Santa Paula Airport, which is still home after 28 years. In 2001 she started flying tailwheel and aerobatics with Master Instructor-Aerobatic Rich Stowell at CP Aviation in Santa […]
Master Instructors is pleased to announce that Michael Traud, based in Sacramento California, has earned his Ninth Master CFI designation. Mike, a member of the Society of Aviation and Flight Educators, provides initial and recurrent training to owners/operators of technically advanced piston and turbine aircraft. He also mentors newly certificated flight instructors and is an […]
Master Instructors is honored to recognize Daniel Keen of Lafayette, Indiana as a Twelve Time Master Instructor. With this most recent designation, Dan has made the decision to become an Emeritus Master. The Emeritus accreditation may be awarded to any Master Instructor with at least ten consecutive years as a Master Instructor. This status recognizes that there is a […]
Master Instructors is honored to announce that Timm Presseur of Kleinwallstadt, Bavaria (Germany) has just received his Twelfth accreditation as a Master CFI. Timm is a professional pilot, FAA Gold Seal an EASA flight instructor, Platinum CSIP and Designated Pilot Examiner. He also holds an ATP and type ratings. He is managing partner with FTA Flugtraining Aschaffenburg, an EASA approved flight […]
1930-2022 Steve was a legend in the New York/New Jersey area with boundless energy for aviation related activities. He had a special affection for the Aviation Hall of Fame Museum at Teterboro Airport in NJ, the Paramus Flying Club and many other organizations, including our NYC Area, Master CFI, CFI & Pilots Group in which he actively participated from […]
Since its’ inception in 1997, the Master Instructors Continuing Education Program has been recognizing and honoring Aviation Educators that have committed themselves to professionalism, excellence and continuing personal growth. Each of the more than 700 people listed below made the decision to submit their body of work for peer review and ultimately recognition as a […]
Master Instructors is pleased to announce the designation of Parvez Dara of Toms River, New Jersey a Master CFI for the Ninth time. Parvez, an ATP and a former AME, is currently President of the Mooney Aircraft and Pilot Association Safety Foundation. He is also an accredited BPPP Instructor for the American Bonanza Society and […]
Master Instructors is pleased to announce that AviatorCast Podcast personality Chris Palmer, based in Homer, Alaska, has earned his Accreditation as a Master Instructor – the first such designation in his state. Chris is a flight school owner, flight instructor, educator, and online content creator. Chris spends his time flying the skies of Alaska with students, recording and […]
Master Instructors is pleased to announce the designation of Mark John Szpak of Prescott, Arizona, a Master Instructor for the Third Time. Mark, a Certificated Flight Instructor since 2012, enjoys shaping aviation minds and watching the passion for flight grow in each person.
Master Instructors is pleased to announce the designation of Lara Zook Gaerte of Fort Wayne, Indiana, a Master CFI for the Eighth Time. Lara is a CFII, MEI, AGI and IGI in addition to providing practical tests as a Designated Pilot Examiner. She has given nearly 8000 hours of dual instruction, most at Century Aviation, her […]