ADVANCED FLIGHT TRAINING

“ I have been around aviation my whole life. In pursuit of my Initial CFI rating I didn’t want to just go to a “school” and get the standard run through. I was looking for something that would be better tailored to what I needed to get the CFI rating done right. I found that with Gordon Alvord.

The professionalism and depth of knowledge was incredible. He was able to get me ready for probably one of the toughest check rides I will ever have to take and in a very reasonable amount of time. I had a confidence going into that Initial CFI check ride that I had the knowledge and training I needed to make it a success...”

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Commercial / Multi / ATP - Train from pros who have thousands of hours experience in the 135 and 121 environment. We don’t just teach to the PTS standards, we ensure you are prepared for a career in commercial aviation.

Aviation Seminars - Join us for FREE FAA Safety Team seminars covering a wide variety of practical subjects. Contact us for a current schedule.

Flight Review / Instrument Proficiency Check - Time to brush up to meet currency requirements? We tailor each BFR and IPC to your particular needs and make it a practical experience.

Mountain Flying - Flying in the mountains is a wonderful experience, and dangerous to the uninitiated. This day class covers 2 hours of ground instruction and a VFR cross country at several mountain airports.

GPS for VFR - Almost everyone uses GPS these days but do you know how to use it properly? Are you familiar with all the functions and limitations your device has to offer? We will teach you how to use your particular device to it’s fullest extent.

GPS for IFR - This is an introduction to GPS and its function for instrument approach procedures. We will cover the benefits and limitations as well as model specific approach loading and sequencing.

Advanced GPS - This GPS class takes your unit to the next level to include advanced functions such as WAAS, vertical navigation and autopilot coupling.

Transition Training - Complex, High Performance – These transition courses includes personalized training to cover aircraft systems, performance and emergency procedures. An optional second day covers instrument procedures. This course qualifies as a BFR and IPC.

Aeronautical Decision Making / Risk Management / Automation Management - In Technologically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) not only do you need to fly the airplane but you need to manage multiple systems safely and efficiently. Learn how effectively manage the wide variety of information and resources while mitigating risks to the fullest extent possible.