Learn to Fly with the AAC
Photo by Barrie Rokeach, Copyright 1997
Introductory Flight -- $59
The special $59 introductory flight lesson is intended for those who have not yet started flying lessons. This is a real,
one-hour lesson, not a sightseeing flight.
If you're interested in taking the introductory flight, contact one of the instructors below. If
you've already started lessons elsewhere and would like to continue your lessons with the Alameda Aero Club, or get an advanced
rating, see below for a complete list of club instructors.
We also honor certificates from the Be-A-Pilot program.
Why Learn with the AAC?
The club offers student pilots a great deal -- good instructors, well-maintained and relatively-inexpensive airplanes, and a wealth of
experience and support while you're struggling to get your license. Our instructors and planes are suitable for basic training at the US
PP-ASEL (Private Pilot Airplane Single-Engine Land) level and for basic instrument ratings for those IFR days. For a detailed account of
one club member's learning to fly with the Alameda Aero Club, see Hamish
Reid's Flying Diary.
What Do I Need To Do?
Your first step should be to fill out the application for membership in the Alameda Aero Club.
Membership gives you access to our economical planes and top-notch instruction. Call one of the club instructors or the
Membership Coordinator to arrange an introductory flight lesson. Arrange with your club instructor
to schedule lessons at your convenience.
What Else Should I know?
Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page! It should give you a good idea of how much it will cost, how
long it will take, etc.
Club Instructors Available for Introductory Flights
The following instructors are available for the $59 introductory flights:
Club Instructors
Full Time Instruction

Stephen Ashley, CFII
part time; all instruction
510-764-1794
stephen dot ashley at strattonpress dot com
Home Page http://www.n612sp.com/CFI
Part Time Instructors
Drew Kemp, CFII
Weekends, eves
510-484-5389
drew_kemp at hotmail dot com

Liz Sommers, CFII
Call for schedule
510-290-5291
esommers99 at aol dot com
Christian Goetze, CFI
Weekends, eves
415-336-7697
cg at miaow dot com

Joel Klein, CFII
Weekends, eves; all instruction
510-452-3246
jeklein at pacbell dot net

Dave Penney, CFII
Part time / Anytime; all instruction
510-521-7000
dave at buildeon dot com

Jim Turner CFII, MEI"
Full Time. Days, Nights, 7 days a week.
(707) 529-2364
JimTheCFI@Yahoo.com
Home Page http://www.JimTheCFI.com