Earn Your Instrument Rating in a G1000 Cessna 172
Train one-on-one with an experienced CFII specializing in instrument training in a modern Garmin G1000-equipped Cessna 172. Whether you’re preparing for an airline career or simply want to become a safer, more capable pilot, you’ll build the experience and real-world IFR skills needed to fly with confidence.
✅ One-on-One CFII Instruction
✅ Garmin G1000 Glass Cockpit
💲 Aircraft: $170/hr Wet
💲 Instruction: $70/hr
✅ Flexible Scheduling
✅ Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
Why Pilots Choose to Fly With Robbie
An instrument rating is more than another certificate—it’s one of the most valuable investments you can make in your safety, confidence, and flying capability. It is about becoming the kind of pilot who can make better decisions, fly with greater confidence, and safely handle a wider range of weather conditions.
As an independent CFII based at Van Nuys Airport, I provide personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to your experience, goals, and schedule. You will train in a modern Garmin G1000-equipped Cessna 172 while gaining experience in one of the busiest and most dynamic airspace environments in the country.
Whether your goal is to fly your family on weekend trips, continue toward an airline career, or simply become a more capable pilot, every lesson is designed to prepare you for real-world IFR flying—not just the checkride.
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Train in a Garmin G1000-equipped Cessna 172 available for just $170/hour wet—one of the best values for modern IFR training in Southern California.
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You’ll work with the same CFII throughout your training, allowing every lesson to build naturally on the last.
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Experience instrument flying in one of the busiest and most dynamic airspace systems in the country while learning practical communication, navigation, and decision-making skills.
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Whether you’re flying once a week or pursuing an accelerated timeline, every lesson is tailored to your goals and progress.
Hi, I’m Robbie. I’m a Certified Flight Instructor (CFII) based at Van Nuys Airport, and I specialize in helping pilots earn their instrument rating through personalized, one-on-one instruction.
Before becoming a full-time flight instructor, I spent 15 years building a career in the technology industry. When the opportunity came to turn my lifelong passion for aviation into a profession, I made the leap—and I have never looked back. Today, I enjoy helping pilots become safer, more confident aviators while preparing them for success on both their checkride and in real-world IFR flying.
Ready to Earn Your Instrument Rating?
Whether you’re looking to earn your instrument rating for an airline career or simply become a safer pilot, I’d love to help you build a training plan that fits your goals, schedule, and budget.
Let’s talk about where you are today and map out the most efficient path to earning your instrument rating.