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Nicolas solos

Nicolas Ehrminger

Great work Nicolas!
You always remember your first solo!

Nicolas is a young man who came to EFA from Switzerland to learn how to fly at the recommendation of his friend, an acquaintance of our own Michael Goulian.

He has been working very hard and flew his first solo yesterday at Hanscom Field in Bedford. It’s an important milestone, and Nicolas’ passionate persistence tells us that there will be many more.

Congratulations Nicolas!

Cessna 172 N4791G
5/7/13

More student accomplishments

EFA CFI Chris Gantner Joins MEI Team

Chris Gantner Earns MEI

Chris Gantner is now fully qualified to flight instruct in our twin-engine Beechcraft Duchess!

Chris Gantner is a valuable member of our team. He works with clients from both our Bedford base and our Lawrence base. After a lot of hard work, we are thrilled to announce that Chris is now a fully qualified flight instructor for multi-engine aircraft!

Congratulations Chris!

Beechcraft Duchess N6011Q
5/6/13

More student accomplishments

INVITATION: “Inside Cirrus” – Celebrating EFA’s Newest Flying Opportunities

Your Exclusive Invitation from Cirrus Aircraft & Executive Flyers Aviation

You’re invited to learn how EFA & Cirrus are changing how Boston flies.

Cirrus co-founder Dale Klapmeier, along with famed air racer Michael Goulian, invite you to join us for an exciting Inside Cirrus Special Event celebrating Executive Flyers Aviation’s appointment as a Cirrus Training Center and the opening of Cirrus’ Regional Sales office.

Executive Flyers Aviation is the leading flight school in the Boston area. EFA will soon offer a full flight-line of Cirrus aircraft available for training and rental. Additionally, EFA offers aircraft management services for your convenience.

At the event get behind the scenes for a firsthand look at the completely redesigned 2013 Generation 5 SR22T. With 200 lbs. more useful load, 60/40 FlexSeating™ with seating for 5, Cirrus Perspective™ by Garmin®, Cirrus Known Ice Protection™ and the Cirrus Airframe Parachute System™ which has saved 69 lives to date, there’s never been a better aircraft available to you.

Don’t miss this opportunity to meet aviation hero Dale Klapmeier and our own Michael Goulian!

Cirrus panel with infrared camera

Come see what Cirrus and EFA have to offer.

When:
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
6:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Location:
Signature Flight Support (KBED)
Hangar 13
160 Hanscom Drive
Bedford, MA 01730
Google Maps

Contact:
Cliff Allen, Regional Sales Director
781-460-3158
callen@cirrusaircraft.com

RSVP:
cirrusaircraft.com/rsvp
Inside Cirrus – Bedford, MA

Food and refreshments will be served.

Charlie becomes a commercial pilot!

Commercial Pilot Charlie Bernstein

Commercial Pilot Charlie Bernstein

Congratulations to long-time friend of EFA Charlie Bernstein who recently earned his Commercial Pilot certificate! We wish him all the best throughout his aviation adventures!

Piper Arrow N41363
4/26/13

More student accomplishments

Spring Kickoff Barbecue 5/18/2013

Cessna 172 in flight

Fly on by for our Spring Kickoff Barbecue!

May 18, 2013

08:30 – 10:00 AOPA Town Hall Meeting

10:00 – 10:45 EFA Social Time

  • Climb inside a Cirrus SR-22T (tentative)
  • Meet other pilots
  • Swap stories
  • Next to the Civil Air Terminal

10:45 – 11:45 EFA Happenings

  • Student accomplishment recognition
  • Stratosphere – EFA’s Cirrus community
  • Aerobatics – new staff and fun opportunities
  • PICs – club for female pilots at EFA

11:45 – 2:00 Catered Barbecue Lunch by The Flying Chef

  • World War II French Bistro Style
  • Specialty hotdogs & sliders
  • Seafood chowder
  • Blueberry & peach-mango iced tea
  • Chocolate chip skillet cookies
Signature Aviation Executive Terminal

Signature Aviation Executive Terminal, two buildings right of the Civil Air Terminal

N6229Q Receives New Engine

New Engine

Factory Overhauled Engine

Factory Remanufactured Engine
New Accessory Section

New Accessory Section



Overhauled Propeller

Overhauled Propeller

Overhauled Propeller



New Aileron Cables

New Aileron Cables Overhead

Overhead
New Aileron Cables Floor

Floor

Town Hall Meeting with AOPA President Craig Fuller KBED 5/18/13

AOPA President Craig Fuller

An invitation from Craig Fuller,
President of AOPA

Please join me for a pilot town hall gathering on Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 8:30 am – 10:00 am at Signature Flight Support’s Hangar 13 located on Hanscom Field.

With the national elections behind us, a new year ahead of us, and the economy just maybe starting to show some signs of growth, I am anxious to get out into the flying community and talk with those who are passionate about flying.

Throughout 2013, I’ll visit major metropolitan areas and gather with fellow pilots and AOPA members to discuss the issues that most directly affect our freedom to fly. I will share my perspective on the current state of general aviation and AOPA’s initiatives to grow the pilot population. I’ll also bring you up to speed on AOPA’s efforts in Washington, D.C., and key issues nationwide, on how we fight to protect airports, prevent tax hikes, and build the GA community.

When aviators connect, great things happen. Together, we can generate new ways of thinking and make general aviation stronger. I’ll be in your area soon, and I invite you to join me, and even bring a friend who’s interested in aviation.

The event is free, but please RSVP to events@aopa.org so we know to expect you. Be sure to include MA in the subject line if you plan to attend. If you are flying in, aircraft parking is available at Signature Flight Support. They can be reached at 781-274-0010, or email bed@signatureflight.com.

Saturday, May 18, 2013
8:30 am – 10:00 am

Signature Flight Support
Hangar 13
160 Hanscom Dr
Hanscom Field
Bedford, MA

I hope you can join me at Hanscom Field, I look forward to seeing you there.

Sincerely,

Craig L. Fuller
President, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association

Signature Aviation Executive Terminal

Signature Aviation Executive Terminal, two buildings right of the Civil Air Terminal

Discovery Flight Donated to CRVNA Fundraising Auction

Discovery Flight available at CRVNA benefit auction

Discovery Flight available at CRVNA “Passion for Caring” benefit auction.

The Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association (CRVNA) in Concord, NH is hosting a silent auction on May 8.

The CRVNA provides much-needed services from babies’ homecomings to hospice care. EFA is proud to support their exceptional work.

EFA has donated a Discovery Flight to the “Passion for Caring” benefit auction.

  • A one-hour flight in a Cessna 172SP airplane
  • Ground instruction before and after flight
  • Experience counts towards your pilot license

We hope you’ll consider bidding. This would make two great gifts, one for the CRVNA and one for your friend or family member who has always wanted to fly.

“Passion for Caring” Event Venue:

  • 5:30-8:00p May 8, 2013
  • Company C, Inc.
  • 102 Old Turnpike Road Concord, NH 03301

Concord Regional Visiting Nurse Association
30 Pillsbury Street, Concord, NH 03301
www.crvna.org
603-224-4093

PHOTO ESSAY: Crash Course 2013

The crowd at Crash Course 2013

The crowd listens to an aviation safety presentation at Crash Course 2013.

The core purpose of Crash Course 2013 was to gather pilots to discuss safety concerns. Presenters discussed the poor decision-making that led to real-life accidents. The goal was to help the rest of us manage risk and make better decisions.

Search #CrashCourse13 on Twitter for some great tips and videos.

EFA announces approval as Cirrus Aircraft flight training center

EFA announces approval as a Cirrus Aircraft flight training center.

EFA officially announced its approval as a Cirrus Aircraft authorized flight training center. This addition to our suite of services, including exceptional Cessna flight training, gives our clients more opportunities to live their passion for flight.

Cirrus aircraft panel

Mobile Cirrus aircraft panel for people to try.

Our friend and Cirrus Aircraft sales partner Cliff Allen brought a Cirrus panel display. Many Crash Course guests took turns trying out the Garmin displays and integrated autopilot.

Terrafugia Transition display

A Terrafugia Transition (“flying car”) display was one of many other exciting sights at this year’s Crash Course.

Our own Vanessa Blakeley, EFA Dispatch at Lawrence, wore her other hat at the Terrafugia Transition table. You’ll remember that when it is approved, the Transition will be a “roadable airplane” or a “flying car.” Just imagine…

Thank you to everyone who came to the event! We’ll see you next year!

Executive Flyers Aviation now provides flight instruction for Cirrus Aircraft

Cirrus Aircraft

Cirrus Aircraft produces highly advanced general aviation airplanes; we help you fly them.

Our motto at Executive Flyers Aviation is “Passion. found.” That means we help every aviator realize her dreams. For some, those dreams include flying a Cirrus SR-20, SR-22 or SR-22T.

While we remain dedicated to operating New England’s best fleet of Cessna aircraft, EFA is proud to announce that we are adding Cirrus to our expanding line of training airplanes.

Cirrus Aircraft are full of features we know you’ll love:

  • Five seat, 60/40 FlexSeating
  • Beautiful Garmin displays
  • Single movement control lever
  • ADS-B
  • CAPS parachute
  • Optional known-ice capablity
  • Optional Enhanced Vision System
  • And much more

And Cirrus’ performance makes an exciting way to get to work or play:
+ SR-20

+ SR-22

+ SR-22T

More images available on our Cirrus Aircraft flight training page.

Want to learn more?
General Manager Ed Keins
ed@executiveflyers.com
781-274-7227

Cirrus Aircraft sales partner Cliff Allen
callen@cirrusaircraft.com

Talk with someone about Cirrus training

Tell us your goals, and we'll help you make them a reality.