Accelerated Flight Training. Proven Teaching. Real Results!
Accelerated Flight Training. Proven Teaching. Real Results.
How I Went From Coaching Champions to Training Pilots
Before I ever sat in a cockpit, I spent years helping athletes perform at the highest level — from Olympians and professionals to juniors, disabled athletes, and Special Olympics competitors. I was honored to be named one of the Top 50 performance coaches in the U.S. four times, I’ve written for national publications, and presented to coaches from around the world.
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That experience taught me what great instruction really means: make the complex simple, give people confidence, be a good team player, and never waste time.
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After years of coaching, I realized I wanted to bring my two passions — aviation and teaching — together. I noticed a real gap in flight instruction: too many instructors see teaching as a burden instead of a calling. They are just building time, not building pilots and it shows in how many students get frustrated or give up. I set out to change that.
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Now, I bring the same dedication, structure, and results-driven approach from elite athletics into flight training — helping you reach your aviation goals faster, with clarity, precision, and a focus on real-world flying skills.
A Smarter, Faster Way to Learn
Flying doesn’t need to take years or cost a fortune. With the right structure — and the right instructor — you can learn efficiently while still keeping safety and confidence first.
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I focus on accelerated progress, using proven teaching methods, insider tips, and smart scheduling to make every flight count. You’ll know exactly what to expect each lesson and how to move quickly toward your certificate.
Accelerated Training
Shorter timelines, clear milestones, and focused lessons
Save While You Learn
Proven strategies to cut down training costs and avoid wasted time
Confidence from Day One
Learn with purpose and clarity so every flight builds on the last
A Different Kind of Flight School
Most flight schools are designed around maximum billing and minimum connection. I designed Blackburn Flight Training to be the opposite — efficient, focused, and built entirely around your goals.
With me, you’ll get personalized attention, flexible scheduling, and expert guidance from someone who genuinely loves to teach. I’ll show you the shortcuts, study hacks, and training strategies that can save you both time and money — while keeping your flying safe, fun, and rewarding.