Certified Flight Instructor

Gregory SmithFlight Instruction

Professional, personalized flight instruction focused on safety, confidence, and real-world flying skills.

Flight Training

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.

Gregory Smith with training aircraft

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

Get Started

Ready to Fly?

Tell me a little about your flight-training goals and I’ll get back to you about availability and next steps.

Gregory Smith, CFI

Southern California

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