Certified Flight Instructor
Gregory SmithFlight Instruction in Long Beach, CA
Personalized flight instruction in Long Beach, California, serving student pilots and aircraft owners at Long Beach Airport (KLGB) and throughout Southern California.
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Personalized Instruction for Your Aviation Goals
One-on-one flight instruction focused on building safe, confident, knowledgeable pilots.
Private Pilot Training
Personalized flight and ground instruction for student pilots working toward their Private Pilot Certificate.
Flight Reviews
Ground and flight instruction tailored to complete your FAA Flight Review while strengthening knowledge, confidence, and proficiency.
Proficiency & Rusty Pilot Training
Regain confidence, sharpen your flying skills, and get comfortable in the cockpit through focused, scenario-based training.
Discovery Flight
Experience flying firsthand with an introductory flight designed for prospective students and anyone curious about becoming a pilot.
Ground Instruction
One-on-one instruction covering aeronautical knowledge, regulations, flight planning, weather, and checkride preparation.
Straightforward Pricing
Flight Instruction Rates
Personalized instruction designed around your experience and aviation goals.
Flight Instruction
$50 / hour
Aircraft rental is billed separately. Rental rates depend on the aircraft and rental provider, and aircraft availability must be confirmed before scheduling.
Contact me about discovery flights, ground lessons, and a training plan tailored to you.
Your First Step
How to Get Started
New to flying or returning to the cockpit? Here is how we can get started.
01
Get in Touch
Tell me about your experience, goals, and preferred training area.
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Make a Plan
We will discuss your next steps, lesson options, and aircraft availability.
03
Schedule a Lesson
Once we confirm the aircraft and a suitable time, we can get your training underway.
Long Beach Flight Training
Flight Instruction at Long Beach Airport (KLGB)
Looking for a flight instructor in Long Beach, California? I provide personalized one-on-one flight and ground instruction for student pilots, private pilots, aircraft owners, and pilots working toward greater proficiency. Training is available at Long Beach Airport (KLGB) and throughout Southern California.
Training Areas
Where You Can Train
Explore flight instruction in Long Beach and Apple Valley. Lesson location and aircraft availability are confirmed before booking.
Long Beach (KLGB)
Personalized flight instruction at Long Beach Airport.
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Apple Valley (KAPV)
Flight training options in the High Desert.
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Private Pilot Training
Learn about the steps toward your Private Pilot Certificate.
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Flight Training in Action
Experience Flight Training
A look inside real-world flight training and the experiences that help build safe, confident pilots.
See what flight training looks like in the cockpit and in the air.
About Me
Practical, Safety-Focused Flight Instruction
I am a Certified Flight Instructor with experience in Cessna, Piper, Tecnam, and multi-engine aircraft. My instruction is focused on helping pilots build strong fundamentals, sound aeronautical decision-making, and confidence in the cockpit.
Whether you are beginning your Private Pilot training, preparing for a flight review, or simply looking to improve your proficiency, I tailor each lesson to your individual experience and goals.
Qualifications
✓ FAA Certified Flight Instructor
✓ Commercial Pilot Certificate
✓ Instrument Rated
✓ Private Pilot Certificate
✓ Experience in Cessna, Piper, Tecnam & Multi-Engine Aircraft
✓ Safety and Scenario-Based Training Focus
CFI Endorsement Trainer
Preparing for Your CFI Checkride?
Practice real-world endorsement scenarios and test your knowledge with the CFI Endorsement Trainer.
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Ready to Fly?
Tell me a little about your flight-training goals and I’ll get back to you about availability and next steps.
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