OUR STAFF Excellence in training begins with a dedicated, professional staff. From instructors and ground crew all the way to administrative personnel, California Flight Academy is proud of the quality and competence of all of our employees. 52,000 Hrs and no student ever injured at CFA. | |
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| Kent Parrish Owner/FlightInstructor Graduated University of San Diego with a Business and Psychology degree, previously owned a banner towing business and a flight school doing Citation Type Ratings. I got my love for aviation from my father who is a retired TWA pilot. There is nothing like the freedom of being in the sky and going where you want to go on your own schedule. Hobbies: fitness, skiing, diving, backpacking, wine collecting and travel. |  |
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Justin Crews Justin has been with CFA for many years now and is a joy to work with. He has a passion for flying and can make you laugh. Justin works with the students and can help you with any housing needs. |  |
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Ashraf Dakwar Ashraf Dakwar was Born and raised in Haifa, Israel and he's wanted to be a pilot for as long as he can remember. He started taking flying lessons back in 1996 and became a certified flight instructor in 2004 for single/multi engine land and instrument airplanes. His teaching motto is: "If you are responsible and safe, this career is for you." |  |
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Adam A. Hettinger |  |
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Frank Trenti I started flying with my Father, who built his own airplane, and started formal training in 1987. I began instructing in 1990, and enjoy every day that I get to share the gift of flight. I graduated from UCSD in 1994 and have been in San Diego my whole life. |  |
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Jason Adams |  |
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Shigeki Morita Shigeki Morita has been flying with CFA for many years. He is a dedicated pilot who loves his job and will work hard to make sure you understanding all aspects of flying. He loves to work with both Foreign and Local students, furthering the safety of our school and our skies. |  |
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| Jared Podbieslski Flight Instructor I was born and raised in Northern California, but have been living in Sunny San Diego for almost a year. I have been flying continuously since 2007 when an into flight got me hooked! I completed an accelerated career pilot program at ATP in Dallas, TX after attending Sierra College in Rocklin, CA. As a flight instructor I am pleased to educate new pilots as well as share stories from my own coasts to coast flying experiences. In addition to flying my hobbies include snowboarding, camping, fishing, and diving. |  |
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Tatsuya Sone Tatsuya Sone is an FAA Gold Seal flight instructor! He traveled here from Japan and is fluent in both Japanese and English. He enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter and continues to love being in sky, where pilot's belong. |  |
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Jeremy Prus Jeremy has a passion for flying and loves to be in the sky. He graduated from Embry Riddle and was the captain of the skydiving team. He enjoys spending time with friends and family, going to the beach, and more! |  |
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Ronnie Barrios Ronnie Barrios is a joy to work with. She provides a sunny disposition around the office and is happy and willing to help anyone with just about everything. Ronnie enjoys cooking for her family, camping, and just being with her kids. |  |
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