Thanks for visiting! I’m excited to connect and learn more about your aviation goals.
I started my aviation career right here at Palo Alto Airport (KPAO) where I earned Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial Pilot, Advanced Ground Instructor, and Flight Instructor certificates. I started instructing in 2019 and have trained dozens of students ranging from no experience through Airline Transport Pilot certificate holders, and from 14 to 71 years old.
I have a degree in Education from Stanford and, in addition to aviation instruction, have taught undergraduate Economics and Math. I’ve also been a Cross Country / Track and Field coach and marathon trainer / pacer, so I have experience helping people of all ages achieve their goals. I have two young children so my teaching style is one of patience and positive reinforcement.
Whether you want to just take a Discovery Flight and learn the basics, earn a Private Pilot certificate, or pursue a career in aviation, I would love to help! I am available to instruct in the Cessna 172, 182, 182 Turbo, and Diamond DA-40. (Private Pilot training only offered in the 172.)
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