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Instructors
Peak Aviation Center is proud to offer the largest
staff of Flight Instructors in all of Colorado Springs.
Our instructors are all highly trained and diligently aspire to
be the absolute best instructors available.
Some of our instructors are University trained with advanced
aviation degrees while others have
careers outside of aviation and work as instructors because they love
imparting their knowledge
of aviation to students. Below is a bio of each instructor with a
personal note from him as well.
Please call or stop by to meet our instructors and to decide
which instructor would best suit you!
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Robert Dorband - Full Time -
Chief Flight Instructor
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Able to train: single-engine, multi-engine,
private, instrument, commercial, CFI, CFII, MEII, ATP,
checkouts, flight reviews, complex endorsements, high
performance endorsements, instrument proficiency checks,
mountain checkouts, GPS systems (Garmin and
King), autopilots, glass cockpits and glass cockpit
transitions (Garmin, Avidyne, Collins, Honeywell), flight
director systems, pinch hitter courses, simulator proficiency, FMS
proficiency, check ride preparation, "crew" environment
procedures, spin/unusual stall procedures, high-speed
aircraft transitions, and high crosswind landing techniques |
certificates /
ratings: ATP Airplane Single and Multi-engine, Gold Seal CFI, Instrument,
Multi-engine, Advanced
Ground Instructor
Robert has been flying in Colorado since 1998.
Originally a student of Peak Aviation Center, Robert did the
majority of his training at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical
University in Prescott, AZ. There he received a
Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical Science with a
minor in Aviation Safety. As a native of Colorado, he
has a vast amount of information on the area and can be a
great tour guide for out of town guests. Robert has
been instructing full time at KCOS since 2002. Robert
and his wife both grew up in the local area and are
celebrating the birth of their first child, a son born July,
2008. Robert is
also presently working toward a Master's of Divinity Degree.
A note from Robert:
I love to fly and I love to teach. As a
professional instructor I aim to provide you with
the best possible service in ground instruction,
flight instruction, and in the service of any and all needs that may arise in
your time with us. You, our customer, are supremely important,
and I will always aim to serve you and your needs to the absolute best of
my abilities. I aim for excellence and I will
always push you to be the best, most knowledgeable, and
safest pilot that you can be. Flight training isn't
always easy, but it should always be rewarding and
fulfilling!
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Contact
Robert: robert<at>cospilot.com |
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Krystal Covin - full time
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Able to train:
single-engine, private, checkouts, flight
reviews |
certificates /
ratings: CFI
Krystal accomplished the majority of her flight training in
Waco, TX and graduated from Tarleton State University
- Central Texas with a Bachelor
of Science degree in Aviation Science; Minor in Business
Administration. Krystal moved to the Colorado Springs area
and finished her CFI training.
A note from Krystal:
Ever since my first flight on my 11th birthday
I’ve been determined that I was going to strive
to be a professional pilot and I
haven’t looked back since. What I didn’t know
before was that being in control of an
aircraft is more exhilarating that I had
dreamt it would be. The confidence that comes from
knowing that I have the knowledge and
abilities to be a safe
pilot allows me to thoroughly enjoy every
minute in the air. Now that I have realized
my dream, I want nothing more than to
provide you with the professional
instruction required to help you to
achieve your
dreams, one step at a time.
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Contact Krystal: krystal<at>cospilot.com |
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Ali
Ghorashi -
part time
(evenings and weekends)
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Able to train:
private through ATP (single and multi engine), checkouts, flight
reviews, instrument proficiency checks, mountain checkouts,
GPS proficiency, autopilots |
certificates /
ratings: CFI, instrument, multi-engine |
Ali started flying in Pearland, TX (near Houston) at Clover Field Airport in
1998 after obtaining an Electrical Engineering degree from the University of
Louisiana. His initial training was conducted in Piper Warriors, Archers, and
Arrows.
In 2000, he moved to Colorado and has been flying around Colorado Springs since
then. He has flown out of both Meadow Lake and Colorado Springs Municipal airports.
He obtained his CFI in 2003 and both his CFII and MEI in 2004 at Peak Aviation in
Colorado Springs. At the same time, he obtained a Masters Degree in Electrical
Engineering from the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs.
A note from Ali:
I have been passionate about flying for as long as I can remember. As an instructor,
I have a chance to share that joy with my students and continue to learn about
flying from each one of them. As someone who learned to fly while working full
time, I can offer incite into flying on a limited time budget.
Contact Ali: ali<at>cospilot.com
Link to Personal Website
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Rob Lancaster - part time
(evenings and weekends)
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Able to train:
single-engine, private, instrument, commercial, checkouts, flight reviews,
complex, high performance, instrument proficiency checks |
certificates /
ratings: CFI, instrument, multi-engine |
Rob recently moved
to the Colorado Springs area from Dayton, Ohio.
After obtaining his CFI rating, he immediately put his skills to
work as a Flight Instructor for a local area flying club in
Dayton. He eventually went on to obtain his CFII and MEI
ratings.
A note from
Rob:
A career in the
field of aviation has been
the primary driving
force for all
my training. From the start of my pilot training, my goal was
to obtain a commercial rating and immediately seek employment
with the airlines. But my training quickly led to a desire to
obtain additional ratings and certifications. In 1999, I met an
extremely knowledgeable individual by the name of Jim Walden who
had years of aviation experience as a FAA Designated Examiner,
Flight Instructor, and Corporate Pilot. Jim was willing to give
me the kind of unparalleled
flight
training I could truly benefit from in becoming both a safe and
proficient pilot. With his guidance and understanding of what
it takes to be a successful pilot, the goal of becoming a CFI soon became a reality.
In searching for a pilot training center to instruct at in
the Colorado Springs area, I
wanted to teach at a school that provided the best and highest
quality flight training in the most efficient and cost effective
fashion possible. After talking with several different flight
schools in the local area, it became quite evident that Peak
Aviation Center held to this standard.
Learning to fly is a dream many talk and dream about.
If your goal is to fly
for pleasure, business, or
professionally, Peak Aviation
Center can
help you achieve that goal!
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Contact Rob:
robl<at>cospilot.com |
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Jerome Bierut - part time
(afternoons and evenings)
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Able to train: single-engine,
private, commercial, checkouts, flight reviews, complex,
high performance |
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certificates /
ratings: CFI |
Jerome was a flight instructor in Ohio before moving to
Colorado. As a passionate golfer and pilot he has a great
ability to relate to students and his breadth of experience are
a great asset to any student.
A note from
Jerome:
I am addicted to golf and passionate about flying.
I started flying at the age of sixteen. That was several
presidents ago! After a quarter century in the high stress
computer tech world, I am now fortunate to be able to make a
living from both the aviation and golf industries. Life is good.
Contact Jerome:
jerome<at>cospilot.com |
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Simon Enrich - part time
(varying evenings and weekends)
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Able to train: single-engine,
private, commercial, checkouts, flight reviews |
certificates /
ratings: Airplane CFI, Helicopter CFI, instrument |
Simon
has been living in Colorado Springs for 10 years. After
completing his Helicopter CFI
and CFII in Denver, he helped open the
first helicopter flight school in Colorado Springs!
In October Simon earned his airplane CFI and began
instructing at Peak Aviation.
A note from
Simon:
My one great
passion in life is flying. I really enjoy instructing and
seeing students excel in flying, no matter what your schedule or
situation is I will do my best to help you excel in aviation.
Contact Simon:
simon<at>cospilot.com |
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Vaughn Harris - part time
(weekends)
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Able to train: single-engine,
private, commercial, checkouts, flight reviews, complex,
high performance |
certificates /
ratings: CFI, instrument, multi-engine |
Vaughn came to Colorado
from Florida and has many years of experience as a Flight
Instructor. With close to 8,000 total hours he has the
experience to be a great asset to any student, both new and
experienced.
A note from
Vaughn:
There are some things that one must do during his or her life.
For me, learning to fly & be in control of an aircraft was
something I just had to accomplish. Now I am prepared to help
you experience the same thrill of flying an aircraft above some
of the most beautiful scenery imaginable. I will help make
learning to fly a pleasant & fun experience. You will remember
the day you solo for the rest of your life. Come join me & enjoy
the exhilaration of flight. <><
Contact Vaughn: vaughn<at>cospilot.com |
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Al Mathews
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co-owner
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Able to train:
single-engine, private, commercial, checkouts, flight reviews, mountain
checkouts |
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certificates /
ratings: CFI, instrument |
Al has been a
pilot for almost 30 years, flying various general aviation
aircraft during his career as an Air Force Communications
Engineer.
He is the Vice-President and
co-owner of Peak Aviation Center and
is a Certificated
Flight Instructor. He and Pat Carlile have established High
Hopes for Teens, a non-profit program to introduce at-risk youth
to aviation. He has worked directly with youth in a number of
different areas of aviation, scouting, and church mission
projects; including taking many up for their first flights.
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Contact Al: allen<at>cospilot.com |
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Pat Carlile
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co-owner - part
time (on call)
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Able to train:
single-engine, multi-engine, private, commercial, checkouts, flight reviews, mountain
checkouts, helicopter transitions |
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certificates /
ratings: CFI, MEI, ME ATP |
Pat has been flying professionally for more than 27 years. He
was a career Army pilot, both rotary and fixed wing and a school
trained test pilot. He has flown more than 35 different aircraft
and has approximately 6000 total hours military and civilian
combined. He holds a Multi-engine ATP/MEI/CFI airplane ratings as well as
commercial Helicopter with Instrument. He currently flies
corporate and charter out of the Colorado Jet Center but is
available with coordination for instruction and pilot services.
<>< Contact Pat: pat<at>cospilot.com |
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