INSTRUMENT &
Avionics Instruction

Flight Instruction with Michael Phillips

"It is with great pleasure that I share my profound experience as one of Michael Phillips’ private pilot students.

When I first became interested in flying I flew with a couple of instructors, but I didn’t feel that they were a good match for me. The day that I met Michael I was inspired to become a confident and competent private pilot. He exudes confidence and is the most grounded mentor I have ever had the privilege of knowing.

It is obvious that Michael has a passion for teaching. Personally, I considered myself a tough case. I am a busy professional, with little time for extracurricular activities and I am dyslexic, which requires more time than average to learn and retain material. Oh yes, I’m a perfectionist and a control freak as well, which makes it extra challenging in the cockpit! Michael’s teaching techniques were not only effective, but they got me out of my head and in the present moment, where every pilot should be at all times.  Michael also motivated me to question my priorities and make a commitment to becoming a private pilot. His directness, honesty, and integrity would motivate anyone who has an authentic desire to learn. Because of Michael’s patience and commitment to me, I succeeded in obtaining my pilot’s license. The bonus was that I became more effective in every other part of my life by being blessed with his wisdom and guidance."

Thank you,
Dr. Desiree Crusade

>> LET'S GO FLYING!

ADVANCED INSTRUMENT & AVIONICS TRAINING

Whether you are flying a glass cockpit or an advanced GPS navigator, or are about to move up to some of the latest in aircraft avionics, initial and on-going training is an investment that will allow you to maximize the utility and safety that these tools provide.

Over the past ten years I have had the opportunity to use and train pilots to understand and integrate many of the advanced avionics, available to the general aviation user, into their instrument flying and aviation toolbox.

  • Garmin G1000
  • Garmin 430/530 and 430W/530W
  • Garmin 480
  • GMX 200
  • MX 20
  • KLN 94
  • KFC 200 Flight Director

I am focused on offering you Customized Training designed for the type of aircraft that you fly, the avionics in your airplane and the types of mission that you fly whether it be VFR or IFR.

Listed below are some examples of the type of training that is available and regardless of what choice you make we will focus on improving your knowledge and comfort with the airplane and avionics that you fly in all types of flight conditions.

Normal Operations

This teaches the basic operation of your aircraft and avionics package. We will cover normal operations of the autopilot, short field take off and landings, go-arounds, high altitude operations, review engine management, steep turns, energy management, review stalls in different configurations, weather and IFR operations and much more.

Emergency Operations and Safety

We prepare you for every emergency situation; electrical, mechanical or weather related. This proactive program is a necessity for every pilot with caution and safety in mind. Beginning in early August we will be able to conduct the majority of this training in the Redbird SD simultor

Flying IFR

Maintain your currency, save money and fly approaches to planned destinations and never leave your home area. Through the use of our Redbird Flight Simulator you will be able to take advantage of the economy, efficiency and efficacy through the use of our Advanced Aviation Training Device (AATD) which will be available at our Simulator Training Center at the Camarillo Airport.

Arriving at Aviation Instruction Simulator Training Center in August

 

Simulator Based Customized Training

Whether you fly a legacy panel, technically advanced aircraft or a G1000 avionics suite we can design customized training to fit your needs. This training will begin in our Redbird Flight Simulator where you will refine your skills, improve your confidence and then move to your airplane for a final tune-up.

CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATES