Private Pilot Training
Learn the fundamentals, build sound decision-making habits, and work toward your private pilot certificate with personalized instruction.
Ask about training →Flight instruction based at Elkin Municipal Airport (KZEF)
Your journey
to the skies
starts here.
Personalized flight instruction based at Elkin Municipal Airport (KZEF), serving Elkin and the surrounding Piedmont region.
Flight training services
Build your skills. Reach your goals.
Whether you're taking your first step into aviation or working toward your next milestone, let's discuss a training plan that fits your goals.
Commercial Pilot Training
Develop precision, consistency, and professional-level flying skills as you work toward commercial pilot requirements.
Discuss your goals →Flight Reviews
Refresh your knowledge, review applicable regulations, and sharpen your flying skills with a focused flight review.
Plan a review →About your instructor
Training built around you.
Good instruction is more than checking boxes. It's about understanding the why behind each maneuver, developing sound judgment, and building confidence one lesson at a time.
My goal is to provide clear, patient, safety-focused instruction tailored to your current experience and learning pace.
Certificates and ratings: Commercial Pilot — Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL), Instrument Rating, and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI).
Flight experience: 289 total flight hours.
Teaching approach: Patient, structured, and safety-focused instruction tailored to your goals and learning pace.
Let's talk about your goals →Why fly with me?
A thoughtful approach to learning.
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Personalized instruction
Lessons shaped around your goals, pace, and experience.
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Safety focused
Build strong habits and sound aeronautical decision-making.
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Locally focused
Based at Elkin Municipal Airport (KZEF), serving Elkin and the surrounding region.
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Aircraft available
Training aircraft availability includes two Cessna 150 aircraft based at Elkin Municipal Airport (KZEF). Aircraft scheduling and availability should be confirmed when arranging lessons.
Ready to get started?
Let's take flight.
Have questions or ready to begin training? Reach out to talk through your goals, experience, and possible next steps.
Email: james96erdley@gmail.com · Phone: (570) 541-3629