instructors
Our instructors are chosen with special care. They demonstrate professionalism, enthusiasm, and the ability
to communicate effectively. They’re aim is to provide you with personalized attention and to help you fly!
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Abe Bader CFI, CFII, MEI, LRJ, KingAir
East Jerusalem
"I have always enjoyed flight instructing, and passing the experience of flight on to new students. And remember... Fly the airplane ! ! ! " -
Burt Lattimore CFI CFII CFIH CFIIH
Chalmette, LA
"I've lived in New Orleans for 40 years. I've been flying airplanes for 25 years and helicopters for 15 years. After working for almost 15 years at other jobs, I finally got a chance to fly for a living about a year and a half ago when I came to work at Flight Academy of New Orleans." -
Houston, TX
"I got my first taste of flying while in the military and decided to pursue the profession. Now that I'm flying everyday, I couldn't imagine a better way to spend 'another day at the office.' " -
New Orleans, LA
"I got into flying because growing up near an air base, I always loved watching the airplanes fly and decided that I wanted to fly as well. I got my flight instructor rating right here at FANO. My hope is to fly in the corporate aviation area or for the airlines in the future."
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Todd Thrush CFI CFII MEI ATP AGI
Destrehan
"When I'm not flying the National Champion Hornet's Basketball team around, I'm here. I teach ground school and share my airline experience with future pilots." -
Demoine, Iowa
"I have been instructing at Flight Academy for the past 9 months. I went to school at La. Tech for professional aviation, and when I finished I decided to come to New Orleans to be a CFI. Since working here, I have received my CFII and MEI. Flight Academy has been a great place to teach as well as learn." -
Opelika, AL
"I earned the majority of my ratings in Nashville, TN training part time. Working at FANO has allowed me to witness first hand the benefits of training in an academy style atmosphere." -
Lindsey Jordan CFII MEI CFIH CFIIH ATPL
New Orleans
"When I'm not flying corporate, I enjoy instructing at Fligfht Academy of New Orleans"
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administration
Our staff are here to help you enjoy your time with us, and become an excellent pilot!
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New Orleans - Originally from New Delhi
"As our Chief Flight Instructor, I am able to use my two passions, flying and teaching. I gained my flight experience flying for Northwest Airlines as a U.S. commercial airline pilot. It was a great job ! " -
Krystal Ritter VP Finance/Admissions
New Orleans
"As our Director of Admissions, helping our pilots with the admission process from the initial questions, paperwork, and international concerns is very gratifying - We even pick you up at the airport" -
Little Rock Arkansas
"It's exciting when a new student enjoys their first flight, or someone passes a written test or checkride. I enjoy assisting our students in making their dreams a reality."