Abraham Van Der Walt

I am passionate about flying. FAA Certified Pilot (CFI/CFII/MEI) with 1200+ flight hours, Class 1 Medical and an Airbus A320 type rating. Experienced in Part 61 and 141 training with a 100% student check-ride pass rate. Adaptable, safety-drive and ready to contribute to both training and commercial operations.

• Freelance Flight Instructor, Florida (Part 61) - Provide multi-engine and advanced instrument instruction, built an independent student base, ensured full FAA compliance.
• Flight Instructor, L3Harris Airline Academy (Part 141) - Trained international students on PA28, C172CP G1000 and CIRRUS SR20; emphasized CRM and regulatory standards.
• Personal Pilot, South Africa - Operated Piper Cherokee 6-300 in private operations, gaining experience in varied flight environments.

Achievement: Maintained a 100% first-time pass rate for student DPE check-rides across instructional rolls.

• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University - BSc. in Aeronautics (2024-Present); Dean's Honor Roll, Golden Key Society Member.
• L3Harris Airline Academy, USA-Professional Pilot Program (2021-2022)
• PTC Aviation, South Africa - Advanced flight training (2020)
• 43 Air School, South Africa - Professional Pilot training (2019-2020)