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FAA Certified Flight Instructor in Sacramento, California - Personalized Training

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Training Fleet

Credit to FL510, we have following aircraft available for training

Diamond DA40-180 N33SY

N33SY

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N33SY

Aircraft: Diamond DA40-180

Type: Single Engine

Features: Constant Speed Prop

Modern training aircraft perfect for private pilot and instrument training.

Diamond DA40-180 N506DS

N506DS

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N506DS

Aircraft: Diamond DA40-180

Type: Single Engine

Avionics: Aspen PFD/MFD, Avidyne IFD550/440

Features: Constant Speed Prop, ADSB In/Out, Synthetic Vision

Advanced glass cockpit ideal for instrument training.

Cirrus SR22 G2 Turbo N665CW

N665CW

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N665CW

Aircraft: Cirrus SR22 G2 Turbo

Year: 2006

Type: High Performance

Features: Turbo, Advanced Avionics

High-performance aircraft for advanced training and transitions.

Welcome to ZSX Aviation

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Experienced Sacramento CFI

FAA Certified Flight Instructor serving Sacramento and Northern California. Personalized, safe, and professional flight training tailored to your aviation goals.

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Flexible Training

Whether you're pursuing a private pilot license, instrument rating, or just want to experience the joy of flight, I'll create a customized training plan for you.

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Safety First

Safety is paramount in every lesson. Learn proper procedures, decision-making skills, and build confidence through comprehensive ground and flight instruction.

Training Services

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Discovery Flights

Experience the thrill of flying with an introductory lesson

Requirements: None!

Age: Any age (minors with parent consent)

Medical: Not required for introductory flights

Experience: No prior experience needed

Duration: Typically 30-60 minutes

What to Expect: Hands-on flight experience with instruction

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Private Pilot License

Begin your aviation journey with comprehensive private pilot training

Age: 16 for solo, 17 for certificate

Flight Hours: Minimum 40 hours (average ~75 hours)

Medical: 3rd Class (or BasicMed)

Knowledge: Pass written exam

Practical: Pass checkride with examiner

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Instrument Rating

Advance your skills and fly with confidence in all weather conditions

Prerequisite: Private Pilot Certificate

Instrument Time: 40 hours actual or simulated

Instrument Training: 15 hours with CFII

Medical: 3rd Class minimum

Knowledge: Pass instrument written exam

Practical: Pass instrument checkride

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Commercial Pilot

Take your flying to a professional level with commercial pilot training

Age: 18 years minimum

Total Hours: 250 hours minimum

Prerequisite: Private Pilot Certificate

Medical: 2nd Class

Knowledge: Pass commercial written exam

Practical: Pass commercial checkride

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CFI (Certified Flight Instructor)

Become a flight instructor and share your passion for aviation

Prerequisite: Commercial or ATP Certificate

Instrument: Instrument rating required (for airplane)

Training: Ground and flight instructor training

Spin Training: Required for airplane category

Knowledge: FOI + CFI written exams

Practical: Pass CFI checkride

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CFII (Instrument Instructor)

Train to teach instrument flying and advance your instructor credentials

Prerequisite: CFI Certificate

Instrument Rating: Must hold instrument rating

Training: Instrument instructor training

Knowledge: CFII written exam

Practical: Pass CFII checkride

Privileges: Teach instrument rating students

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Flight Reviews

Stay current and sharp with biennial flight reviews

Frequency: Every 24 calendar months

Ground Training: 1 hour minimum

Flight Training: 1 hour minimum

Coverage: Per 14 CFR § 61.56

Alternative: WINGS Program completion

Who: Required for all pilots acting as PIC

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Training Location

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Sacramento Area

Sacramento, California 95655

Conveniently located in Sacramento County, serving Rancho Cordova, Folsom, Elk Grove, and surrounding Northern California communities. Professional flight instruction with access to excellent training airspace and modern facilities.

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