So Cal Flying Club Instructors

So Cal Flying Club
           Brackett Airport (KPOC) El Monte Airport (KEMT)
                       1401 Fairplex Dr.                                    4001 N. Santa Anita Ave.
                     LaVerne, CA 91750                                El Monte, CA 91731 *appointment only

Ph (626) 869-7099                          Fax (626) 236-5580                                  Info@socalflyingclub.com

Flight Instructors

Rick Barreto
Certified Flight Instructor

Rick is a CFI who loves to share his passion for aviation with his students. He was employed as a First Officer by a major US airline and returned to general aviation because of the fulfillment he finds in training pilots. Rick holds a Bachelor's Degree in IT, as well as both Commercial Single & Multi Engine Instrument ratings.

Telephone : (626) 533-9846
Email : Rick@SoCalFlyingClub.com

Darcy Vernier
Certified Flight Instructor

Darcy is a CFI who genuinely loves aviation; and it shows. He has flown numerous aircraft including the Twin Otter, B-737, and everything in between. Darcy holds a Master's degree and "moonlights" as a university professor in the evening. He holds an ATP rating and is a CFII.

Telephone : 310-803-0555
Email : Darcy@SoCalFlyingClub.com

Marc Ahumada
Certified Flight Instructor

Marc is a CFI with a career in aviation that spans more than two decades long. He too enjoys sharing his love for teaching others to fly. His background includes the C-421, Mitsubishi M-U2, just to name a couple. When he's not at the airport, Marc can be found mentoring at risk youth in his community. He holds an ATP rating and is a CFII & MEI.

Telephone : (626) 257-4615
Email : Marc@SoCalFlyingClub.com

Benjamin Lipson
Certified Flight Instructor

Benjamin began flying a few years back through Mt. San Antonio College's Aviation Program. He is also currently working on a Bachelor's in Aviation Management through SIU. His knowledge, experience as a pilot, & overall love for aviation make him a great addition to the flying club.

Telephone : 626-616-3141
Email :Ben@SoCalFlyingClub.com

So Cal Flying Club requires Flight Instructors to have extensive flight time logged in DA40 aircraft. Our Flight Instructors are experts in instruction of G1000 equipped aircraft and have excellent safety and Practical Exam Checkride Passing percentages. All Instructors are FAA Certified Flight Instructors. All instruction is performed in compliance with FAA Part 61 Regulations.

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