About Us
Steve, owner and instructor
Steve, owner and instructor
Steve, owner and instructor
GOLD SEAL INSTRUCTOR. Steve holds many certificates and ratings, including ATP, CFI, CFII, MEI. He is a Captain and instructor in the Civil Air Patrol. He has flown and instructed in single engine, multi-engine, piston & turbine, tail wheel aircraft; a total of more than 90 makes and models. He has given thousands of hours of flight in
GOLD SEAL INSTRUCTOR. Steve holds many certificates and ratings, including ATP, CFI, CFII, MEI. He is a Captain and instructor in the Civil Air Patrol. He has flown and instructed in single engine, multi-engine, piston & turbine, tail wheel aircraft; a total of more than 90 makes and models. He has given thousands of hours of flight instruction spanning decades. His expertise, experience, and enthusiasm are what you are looking for in an instructor.
SPORT PILOT
Steve, owner and instructor
Steve, owner and instructor
Not everyone is ready to spend the money or has the time to get their Private Pilot immediately. You could get your Sport Pilot certificate. It costs less and takes less of your time. Due to recent changes from the FAA you can now do your Sport Pilot in a Cessna 172. If you take your Sport Pilot training from a full Certified Flight I
Not everyone is ready to spend the money or has the time to get their Private Pilot immediately. You could get your Sport Pilot certificate. It costs less and takes less of your time. Due to recent changes from the FAA you can now do your Sport Pilot in a Cessna 172. If you take your Sport Pilot training from a full Certified Flight Instructor your time counts toward your Private Pilot and other certificates and ratings if you should later decide to upgrade.
Caden, Trusted Partner
Steve, owner and instructor
We offer outstanding flight instruction
We occasionally call on independent contractor Caden Koffler who is a Certified Flight Instructor to work with students or pilots. He sets his own schedule and curriculum. You will make these arrangements with him. The bio he supplied is below:
My name is Caden, and I began my flight training with Steve in the summer of 2023. Shortly af
We occasionally call on independent contractor Caden Koffler who is a Certified Flight Instructor to work with students or pilots. He sets his own schedule and curriculum. You will make these arrangements with him. The bio he supplied is below:
My name is Caden, and I began my flight training with Steve in the summer of 2023. Shortly after starting, I left to attend college and play baseball, which temporarily put my flight training on hold. After a year away, I returned home determined to continue pursuing my dream of becoming a professional pilot. I went on to complete my Private through Commercial certificates under Steve’s instruction. After earning my CFI and a few other exciting ratings, I’m grateful for the opportunity to now provide contract help to Steve as an independent contractor flight instructor and help others begin their own aviation journey.
You may contact us or contact Caden directly at 541-632-2859 or CadenKoffler@gmail.com
We offer outstanding flight instruction
We offer outstanding flight instruction
Flight Instruction in Eugene for Private, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-engine, CFI, Flight Reviews, Instrument Proficiency Checks, Light Sport, tailwheel, transition, glass panel. Experience instructing in Beech Baron, Pilatus PC12NG, Cessna Grand Caravan, Cessna 414 and many more. (Flight Training in Eugene) (learn to fly) (Pilot training)
Flight training device
Closely replicates the instruments in our Cessna TAA 172. Not yet loggable but provides valuable orientation to our TAA panel at less cost than flying in the plane. $70 per hour plus instructor at $70 per hour. Total $140
PILOT STORE
We do have a pilot store at KEUG (Eugene, Oregon). Inventory includes headsets, courses (Private, Commercial, Instrument, and others), kneeboards including ones for iPads, RAM mounts, plotters, logbooks, foggles, a limited number of Seattle and KFalls Sectionals, and more. NOTE: shopping in person is by appointment because our store is inside the airport security fence.
CONTRACT FLYING & DELIVERY
Among our instructors we have experience in more than 90 makes and models of aircraft, including singles, multis, turbiines, tailwheel; corporate, Part 135, and aircraft delivery. Call or email regarding your pilot needs,.
FOR THE FUN & TRAVEL
Quite a few of our students plan on careers; airline, military, cargo, corporate, air taxi / charter. But many want to fly for personal fulfilment, the sense of accomplishment, sightseeing, or for family and business travel. Imagine being able to fly on your schedule, the route you want, and without having to deal with TSA lines and lim
Quite a few of our students plan on careers; airline, military, cargo, corporate, air taxi / charter. But many want to fly for personal fulfilment, the sense of accomplishment, sightseeing, or for family and business travel. Imagine being able to fly on your schedule, the route you want, and without having to deal with TSA lines and limits on what you take. Enjoy not being packed in like sardines and not breathing the recycled air that may have any number of germs from other travelers.
testimonials
Thank you for your quality flight instruction Steve! Not only was I able to overcome my fear of flying, I was able to fulfill my dream of flight certification as well.
When I first called Steve to ask about flight instruction, I was instantly impressed with his enthusiasm to help me achieve my goal of becoming an airline pilot. I had looked at other flight schools beforehand and was not welcomed with the same genuine nature I felt with Steve. He supported me (and still does!) every step of the way. I completed 80% of my pilot training with Steve (I moved states at the end) and I felt extremely safe and comfortable learning from him. Not only that, but he helped me get from Zero to CFI in under 2 years!! ....
When I first called Steve to ask about flight instruction, I was instantly impressed with his enthusiasm to help me achieve my goal of becoming an airline pilot. I had looked at other flight schools beforehand and was not welcomed with the same genuine nature I felt with Steve. He supported me (and still does!) every step of the way. I completed 80% of my pilot training with Steve (I moved states at the end) and I felt extremely safe and comfortable learning from him. Not only that, but he helped me get from Zero to CFI in under 2 years!! ....
When I first called Steve to ask about flight instruction, I was instantly impressed with his enthusiasm to help me achieve my goal of becoming an airline pilot. I had looked at other flight schools beforehand and was not welcomed with the same genuine nature I felt with Steve. He supported me (and still does!) every step of the way. I completed 80% of my pilot training with Steve (I moved states at the end) and I felt extremely safe and comfortable learning from him. Not only that, but he helped me get from Zero to CFI in under 2 years!! ....
......Now, three years after my Discovery Flight with Steve, I am applying to the airlines! I have a lot of hindsight now, as I currently work as a flight instructor myself. I can confidently say looking back on my training with Steve, that I made the best decision choosing him for my flying education. I teach my students now exactly as Steve taught me, and I still call Steve weekly to update him on my flying life and to seek his guidance with situations I (Steve's note: Hannah now flies for an airline.)
......Now, three years after my Discovery Flight with Steve, I am applying to the airlines! I have a lot of hindsight now, as I currently work as a flight instructor myself. I can confidently say looking back on my training with Steve, that I made the best decision choosing him for my flying education. I teach my students now exactly as Steve taught me, and I still call Steve weekly to update him on my flying life and to seek his guidance with situations I (Steve's note: Hannah now flies for an airline.)
Aircraft
Cessna 172, Technically Advanced
Glass Panel, Garmin 430 WAAS GPS, Autopilot, and ADS-B. ($205/hour "wet")
GLASS PANEL, GPS, AUTOPILOT, ELECTRIC TRIM, NAV/COM
"Glass Panel" digital displays are the future & you will learn these, as well as older "steam gauges." VOR and ILS are still very much in use, but GPS has become the go-to navigation system. Learn it all here.
NEWS FLASH: Our Cessna 172 is now a TAA (Technically Advanced Aircraft); a huge student benefit
NEWS FLASH: Our Cessna 172 is now a TAA (Technically Advanced Aircraft); a huge student benefit
NEWS FLASH: Our Cessna 172 is now a TAA (Technically Advanced Aircraft); a huge student benefit
Dual Garmin G5s provide glass panel training. With the Garmin 430W color moving map GPS, and the sophisticated Garmin autopilot, it is TAA. Your time in this plane will mean you do not have to get an extra 10 hours of Complex Aircraft time for your Commercial Certificate. You save $$ thousands.
Learn instrument flying in clouds, rain
NEWS FLASH: Our Cessna 172 is now a TAA (Technically Advanced Aircraft); a huge student benefit
NEWS FLASH: Our Cessna 172 is now a TAA (Technically Advanced Aircraft); a huge student benefit
Sure, you can get an instrument rating just wearing a "hood" (view limiting device). It is far better to learn in IMC (Instrument Meteorological Conditions). That is, in clouds and rain, often with no visual reference to the ground.
frequently asked questions
How do I get started?
- Call, text, or message to make an appointment to talk with Steve
- We recommend getting the appropriate level of Airman's Medical before training starts (we can provide a list of local Airman's Medical Examiners).
- Purchase the appropriate curriculum (Private, Instrument, Commercial, etc.) from us
- Set up your regular lesson schedule and start date & time
- From the first lesson, most lessons will include ground (pre-flight and post-flight briefings) and flight. Students do not need to complete course work before starting to fly. You get to start flying immediately.
- Bring in approved ID: (Best) Unexpired passport, or birth certificate (original with raised seal)
- Your Instructor will assist with application for a student license (in IACRA)
- IF needed, we will arrange or an airport security badge (TSA)
- Other steps will follow once the student has started training
- International students: Steve will assist you in applying to the Alien Flight Student Program of the TSA
What does it cost and how do I pay?
- Aircraft (costs are "wet" meaning fuel and other operating costs are included) **Cessna 172 (with Glass Panel, Garmin 430 WAAS, autopilot, and ADS-B) ...... $205.00/hr (NOTE: This is a TECHNICALLY ADVANCED AIRCRAFT which has tremendous advantage for you over typical training aircraft)
- Instructor: $75.00/hr for ground and flight (in I Fly planes).
- Instructor $95/hr for ground and flight in aircraft not owned or leased by us.
- There are NO tuition charges
- Payment may be made by CASH, CHECK, CREDIT CARD or VENMO
- NOte: 2% discount for if not using credit or debit card.
- Students may put money on deposit or pay as they go per lesson
- Note: minimum cost for Private, for aircraft, instructor & curriculum would be about $15,000 *IF the student could complete in the FAA minimum time of 40 hours of flight and associated ground instruction time. (the national average is 70+ hours of flight). (This does NOT include pilot supplies and equipment a student may choose to buy. It does NOT include FAA exams.)
- Because few, if any, students complete in the FAA minimum hours, we recommend expecting a realistic cost of $15,000+ and that students budget for that. (We believe it is better to project likely REAL costs and for students to be happy, than to quote unachievable minimums and for students to be unpleasantly surprised.)
- Notes: 1. Prices subject to change. 2. Estimates do not imply a contract or guarantee. Late cancellations are subject to a $200 late cancellation fee. (Late means the same day of a lesson or after noon the day before a morning lesson.)
Note to "alien flight students"
If you are not a citizen of the USA
- I Fly Aviation is in the category of Part 61 flight schools and independent flight instructors. We are NOT PART 141. We are also not an institution of higher learning (university or college). As such, we cannot issue I-20s and cannot assist students to get F-1 or M-1 visas. We CAN train international students who are here on permanent resident status or in a work status (H-type visa) with extended stay privileges or a refugee in asylum status with appropriate DHS documentation. We also may train a foreign national on an F-1 (academic visa) provided that the student is still enrolled and attending the college or university as shown on the F-1 and the student has notified SEVIS* of the additional training being received at a non-SEVIS approved school. *(Student and Exchange Visa Information Service)
- We are able to work within the AFSP (Alien Flight Student Program), and are glad to help eligible aliens with it.
- Students are responsible to assure they comply with visa laws.