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All Team

Junzhe Yan

Information Technology

Paul Wierse

CFI, CFII, MEI

Annika Thomason

CFI

Jeremy Jarrell

CFI, CFII

Griffin Watkins

CFI, CFII, MEI

Nicholas Fields

CFI, CFII, MEI

Jacob Haemmerle

CFI, CFII

Ben Zucker

Owner & CEO

Michael Pirozzolo

CFI, CFII

Jesse Willenbring

CFI, CFII

Kelli Canup

Chief Pilot, CFI, CFII, MEI

Rich Williams

Chief Operating Officer, Flight Instructor

DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

I have had a very positive experience with Cape Fear Coastal Aviation. This is a top-notch flight school. The lessons are very well organized and I was able to work at a pace that best fit with my school schedule and other commitments. All of the staff at CFCA are helpful, friendly, and supportive. My instructors were very knowledgeable and committed to my success and made sure that I was prepared for each milestone on my path to private pilot. The aircraft were very well equipped and maintained. I would fully recommend Cape Fear Coastal Aviation to anyone looking to learn to fly.
Chris K.
Training at Cape Fear Coastal Aviation was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my aviation career. CFCA helped me achieve my PPL, IFR, and CFII. My instructors Jesse, Nick, and Paul were all very professional, knowledgeable, and were genuinely invested in my success. The training environment surrounding CFCA is structured, supportive, and encourages growth. What really stood out to me at CFCA was the strong sense of community they’ve built. CFCA goes beyond providing quality flight instruction, they create an environment where students feel welcomed and supported. Their team is dedicated to ensuring both personal and professional growth in aviation.
Josh O.
CFCA as a whole was the biggest support system and confidence booster you could ask for as a student pilot. My CFl, Nick Fields, completely changed my perspective on flight training in the best way possible. I always felt comfortable asking questions, felt safe in the airplane. Nick always made himself available for any questions I had and has now become someone that I look up to and have gone to for advice on several different occasions. I’m so grateful for Nick and the rest of CFCA for making me the best pilot I can be.
Hailey H.
I’ve really enjoyed my training at Cape Fear! Everyone Is very kind and Is always willing to give their advice! All of the instructors are on your side and they really want to see you succeed! And with all their help I’ve been able to learn so much and it’s allowed me to become a great pilot!”
Austin L.
I have been enjoying my time with Cape Fear Coastal Aviation! Having Annika as my instructor, has really helped me develop better flying skills. While also preparing me for the future and what’s to come!
Greg B.
Where you start matters, and Cape Fear Costal Aviation is a great school to take off from. Each instructor carrying a warm and uplifting attitude, with a dedication to safety and learning above all
Christian N.
I had an absolutely fantastic experience with Cape Fear Coastal Aviation. I was coming in from out of town and wanted to get a flight in to continue my training. From initial contact, to signing up, instruction, airplane, everything was absolutely top notch. I would highly recommend without hesitation.A special plug to the instructor, Alice. She was professional, extremely knowledgeable, and fun to fly with.I can’t wait to get back in the air with them…hopefully sooner than later.
Jeff W.
We were very impressed with CFCA. Everyone was exceptionally professional and courteous. We took a discovery flight with Jesse W. and could not have been more pleased. I would give them six stars if it were possible.
Steve H.
Great instructors, and very new planes. Some of the friendliest and most professional instructors I’ve dealt with. They have been a huge help in my flight training.
Austin E.

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