About Jim

Jim Pitman started flying in 1992 and he has been a flight instructor since 1997. Jim loves flying and teaching. Benefits of training with Jim include his experience, customized training, and flexibility.

Experience

• ATP / MEI / CFII / Advanced Ground Instructor / Gold Seal
• Pilot for SkyWest Airlines since May 2016 (type rated on the CRJ 200/700/900)
• 2006 Arizona Flight Instructor of the Year
• 2005 Arizona Aviation Safety Counselor of the Year
• Chief Flight Instructor at Westwind School of Aeronautics for 7 years
• Cessna Pilot Center Regional Manager for 2.5 years (flew G1000 Cessna's throughout the western U.S. and Canada, including extensive IFR experience along the California-coast)
• Creator of the Arizona Mountain Flying Safety Course
• 5000+ hours total flight time
• 3400+ hours dual instruction given

Customized Training

• Jim will use his wealth of experience to customize a structured training course outline to fit your individual needs.

Flexibility

• Even though Jim is an active airline pilot, he designs his schedule to only fly for SkyWest a few days each month, providing significant scheduling flexibility for you
• Ground training is provided in person or online via live web conference
• Flight training is available in your airplane anywhere in the U.S.
• Jim can also conduct training in a Cessna 172 Skyhawk at Deer Valley Airport (KDVT) and Cessna 172 Skyhawks and Piper Senecas at Glendale Airport (KGEU)
• Payments accepted by cash, check, debit card, or credit card. Click HERE for pricing info.