***Update***

SPIFR Flight Training is no longer providing flight training.  

Andrew Ike, founder and primary CFI is now teaching the Hawker 400XP in the corporate world.  Thank you for all the wonderful customers who trained with us over the past 7 years.  Past customers can still call or email Andrew directly (419 283 1552).  Limited refreshers may be available for graduates of SPIFR.

For IFR training, we recommend GATTS in Manhattan, KS.  Andrew worked with GATTS during 1999-2000.  Call Jason or Dale Wolcott for more information 888-778-6676.

The original SPIFR content is contained below for reference purposes:

Training Concept

Problem:

And yet the majority of General Aviation IFR flights have only one instrument rated pilot on board.  During a routine IFR flight the pilot must handle the flying, radios, navigation, systems, emergencies, and even the needs of passengers.

We believe that pilots must be trained to handle the workload of a demanding IFR flight by themselves.

Solution:

Our instrument courses provide general aviation pilots with a unique system of Single Pilot IFR flying.  This system is designed to minimize the workload on an IFR pilot by using powerful single-pilot flight and planning techniques.  Even complex IFR procedures are broken down into simple, effective steps that an average pilot can master.

Single Pilot IFR training will eventually become the standard for IFR training among general aviation pilots.

During your instrument training, we will emphasize knowledge and skills that will help you survive in the real world.  We teach beyond the text books and provide you with a common-sense approach to instrument flying.

You will learn to: 

• Handle partial-panel flying with confidence.
• Manage Air Traffic Controllers like a pro.
• Plan your fuel for the real world, not just the FAA.
• File flight plans that make your life easier.
• Avoid weather traps most pilots miss.
• Anticipate every event during a routine flight.
• Understand the big picture for each phase of an IFR flight.
• ....and so much more!

We think you will find our approach to flight training unique and even refreshing.  We believe training should be challenging and enjoyable.  You will be treated with complete respect as we work hard to meet your training needs.  Our instructors will focus on your strengths and correct your weaknesses to bring out the best of your flying abilities.  

We will never put you down, yell at you, or make you fail to prove a point.  We believe in setting you up for success while allowing you enough room to make some real world mistakes and correct them.

Give us a call today to speak with a flight instructor.  We will answer any questions you have regarding instrument training or scheduling.  Remember that once you have your training dates picked out, we'll take care of the rest!  Call us at 866 7-DAY-IFR that's 866 732-9437.

We look forward to working with you!