Instruction
Flight instructors can help you get your private pilot certificate, an instrument rating, or an advanced rating like commercial or ATP. With many thousands of hours between them, these CFIs can help you become a safer and more proficient pilot.
Because Club instructors are not Club employees they set their own rates. Most CFIs generally charge between $50 and $60 per hour. Payment is made directly to the CFI, typically via cash or check, though some may take credit cards. Some instructors accept Venmo and/or PayPal.
Contact any of the instructors with questions or to schedule instruction time. The Flying club of Kansas City emphasizes safety from the ground to the air.
Not all instructors provide instruction in all club aircraft. Please refer to the chart below.
Please Note:
- NOT ALL INSTRUCTORS TEACH IN ALL PLANES
- NOT AL INSTRUCTORS WILL TAKE ON NEW STUDENTS
Christos Levy
Christos began flying at a young age with his dad, a Part 135 owner out of Troy, MI. After obtaining his private at 17, he went on to study Aerospace Engineering at Purdue while also completing his CFI/CFII and MEI ratings. By day, Christos works at Garmin as an Aviation Systems Engineer but also has a passion for teaching. In addition to flight instructing, Christos is a part time educator teaching AP math and science courses and SAT/ACT prep. Christos is available for all types of training or flight reviews and checkouts.
Reach Christos at 586-344-8605 or by email
Matt Williams
Matt Williams First joined FCKC in 2019. In 2021 He became one of our Board Members as our Safety Officer and as a Plane Captain. He currently serves as the Club’s Maintenance officer. Matt is very active in the Flying Community. He is a Mission Pilot and Instructor for the Civil Air Patrol. Having Both AGI and IGI Ratings Matt has spent the last few years teaching Private Pilot Ground School at a Local Community College. Matt is also a Member of the KCFSDO FAAST team and conducts many seminars in the area regarding Flight Safety.
Reach Matt at 816-582-1766 or by email
Kevin Kissinger
Kevin began flying in 1974 when he joined a flying club and learned to fly a Cessna 150 for fun. Kevin became an instructor in 2001 and has since given around 3,900 hours of instruction, ranging from Private Pilot to CFI. With over 5,100 hours of total flight time – including personal, business, and instructional flights – Kevin strives to provide pleasant and challenging training that enables pilots to reach their aviation goals.
Reach Kevin at 660-864-6136 or by email
Katia Van Horn
Katia began flying at age 16 and joined Flying Club of Kansas City in June of 2023. Since completing her CFI, CFII and multiengine ratings, she has had many students successfully complete solo flights and check rides. Other than instructing, her passion in aviation is gliding. She completed several cross-country soaring flights and also earned her commercial glider rating last season. Katia is a full-time instructor and is available for private, instrument, and commercial training as well as flight reviews and club checkouts.
Reach Katia at 816-278-8505 or by email
Benjamin Hug
Benjamin is a passionate aviator who earned his private pilot’s license in 2019 while still a senior in high school. He pursued his love for aviation further at Purdue University, where he graduated with a degree in aerospace engineering. Currently, Benjamin applies his skills at Garmin, focusing on UI/UX design for cutting-edge avionics. His journey into aviation began with flight simulation, igniting a lifelong passion for flying. Outside of aviation, Benjamin enjoys spending his free time playing music and playing soccer with friends, always bringing a sense of camaraderie and enthusiasm to everything he does. He looks forward to sharing his knowledge and inspiring the next generation of safe pilots in the flying club.
Reach Benjamin at 917-941-4334 or by email
Cecilia Mohacsi
Cecilia is a CFI-I and Commercial Multi-engine pilot from Overland Park. She began flying in 2021 while attending Creighton University in Omaha, Nebraska, earning her private pilot license before relocating to Dallas to complete her advanced ratings and instructor certificates. Passionate about aviation education, Cecilia enjoys working with students at all stages of training and is committed to helping them grow into safe, confident pilots. She is actively involved in the aviation community, and currently serves as secretary for the Women in Aviation – Heart of America Chapter here in Kansas City. Cecilia is available for private, instrument, and commercial flight training, as well as flight reviews and club checkouts.
Reach Cecilia at 913-269-5487 or by email
Chris Hope
Chris Hope, began teaching in 1972. He holds an FAA Gold Seal Instructor rating, is a five-time Master CFI, and was named the FAA Flight Instructor of the Year for the Midwest region.
Reach Chris at 816-868-7655 or by email
Sarah Owens
In her “real life” Sarah is an Air Traffic Controller at the Kansas City Air Route Traffic Control Center. In 2007 she ventured to the other side of the scope and quickly attained commercial, instrument, and various flight instructor ratings. In addition to sharing her love of flying with her students, she shares her enthusiasm for flying through her involvement with Pilots ‘n’ Paws, Challenge Air, Women in Aviation, and Girls with Wings.
Reach Sarah at 913-271-4802 or by email
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