Took my dad here for a fathers day gift, and decided to get a flight myself. I thought that Dad and…read moreI would take two gliders in the same plane, and was dismayed to learn that we would not- we each had to wait while the other was up. Luckily, the facility was very pleasant to wait in, and the employees I spoke to were friendly and encouraging (I am also a student pilot). However, the actual glider flight left something to be desired. Each flight lasted approximately 30 minutes, and both mine and my Father's flights consisted of recycled spoken material, an unwillingness to give us the controls and tedious circling looking for thermals. I chose to go the highest we could, and not once did the instructor let us do anything exciting or give me the controls for even a fraction of a second. Flying and weather will always be variable. But even the lady at the front desk was surprised about my flight. In addition, my 60 year old father and myself were forced to walk from the glider to the building multiple times in the hot Florida sun, despite the presence of a golf cart. They just did not feel like moving the golf cart around multiple times. On a positive note, the grounds and facility are beautiful. They even did an entry in my Glider log-book, for about .6 hrs of flight. I feel guilty with that entry though- I absolutely did not learn a thing. It was clear my instructor was incredible knowledgeable- he was just not interested in sharing any of it. I think they really want to do glider add-ons, and do not enjoy the short single flights that many people come here for. I would consider coming here for a glider add-on since they have a room availible on the premises for approx 35$. That's a great deal! On a final note, if they want to just do glider add-ons, just don't offer an intro flight! If not, please embrace the intro flights. Instead of a cold, sterile and unexciting instructor/flight, make it an enjoyable experience. Even one loop or lazy-8, or even a turn steeper than 30 degrees would have changed my opinion of my flight. Embrace the fun that gliders can be, and put a pilot in the cockpit who actually wants to be there and talk to people.

Amazing experience. All the staff are incredibly warm and accommodating. Pilot from Holland had…read moregreat experience and was very personable.

I got my Tailwheel endorsement and had a great time with Tim and Peggy!! Excellent instruction for…read moresharpening stick and rudder skills. I will definitely go back to fly the Stearman and keep coming back every time I'm near by.

Been flying with Tim all week. Very knowledgable Stearman instructor. Great since of humor. Really…read morehelps you understand the airplane and how it differs from modern airplanes. Fun but not easy.

I had a fantastic experience at SIMCOM. My instructor was Carlos, I went through the TBM910 course…read more I'm a Flight Instructor and Flight School owner (Berichi Aviation in Fort Lauderdale). The knowledge I gained at SIMCOM will definitely compliment our flight school (we have many TBM customers here). The simulators at SIMCOM are top-notch and the instructors are seasoned veterans and excellent teachers. I look forward to continuing to use SIMCOM for future type ratings and client referrals.

Had a great experience at SIMCOM recently for a CE525 initial. Ground training was boring as usual…read morebut I studied the materials well in advanced when I was assigned a class date at my company. SIMCOM's instructors were professional, knowledgeable on sim scenarios, friendly and apologetic at times. I had two different seat support who were sick during my sim training. My sim instructor and the program manager were so apologetic but I had a positive attitude and it happens. Glad they're okay and felt better. Everything was handled professionally and my checkride was only delayed by a day. The CJ3 program manager, Mike was always professional and maintained good communications during the process. This was my second initial training so this process wasn't as stressful then at the airline level which I experienced, just learning a new aircraft. Always come prepared before training. Look forward to recurrent.

If you have ever wondered what it's like to takeoff and land a commercial airliner, you've come to…read morethe right place. For a couple of years, I've been going through Microsoft's Flight Simulator X missions on my laptop and have always wanted to know how to really fly a jet. My pilot instructor, Jordan explained the controls and we were off. Jordan was excellent. He helped make the best use of our hour together. I only wish AviaSim were located close to Clearwater/St Petersburg/Tampa so I could avoid Orlando's traffic. Though experience with Flight Simulator X helped tremendously, Jordan would get anyone wanting to learn up in the air. Unlike the computer application, flying the Airbus A320 requires using both hands to manipulate the equipment. This is an experience I'm never going to forget. I hope to do it again... with Jordan. I will never forget this experience with AviaSim. Bring your camera with you... we're talking serious bragging rights here!

A spot opened up for me to get my seaplane rating and I immediately jumped on it!…read more I was sent a packet of info to review prior to arrival which was very helpful. I arrived at 7am for some ground instruction then a pre flight inspection and off we went. I had an absolute blast on the next three flights (2 the first day, 1 the morning of the 2nd day) learning how to fly the J3 and the different aspects of seaplaning! The checkride was after the morning flight the 2nd day. I felt prepared and was able to pass. I have my commercial ASES and couldnt be more excited about it. My instructor, David, was super patient and very helpful - great teacher and coach! This was a lot of fun and I am sad it only lasted 4 flights!

J3 Cub on floats - if hand-propping, stick and rudder fling is what you seek, this is a great place…read moreto go. There's a few other seaplane options to fly, check with them to see what they have at the moment. You can just get an awesome low and slow sightseeing ride or get your seaplane rating, whatever you want. Many many lakes to lake hop on around the area, staffed nice people. I flew with Ben and he was a great teacher. Right amount of instruction at the right time.

Amazing customer service, great quality work, and an experienced designer all in one spot! shes…read morevery friendly and will work with you with whatever you need help with.

Evee was exceptional! I needed someone to teach my son, but he had to be someone trustworthy and…read moreable to pick up and drop off my son at my home in Poinciana. And oh yes, he had to be affordable. Evee surpassed my expectations; my son loved him, and by lesson six, he had already mastered the skill. I am preparing my daughter to take her lessons soon. I recommend Evee; he is the best out there. I would not trust my babies with just anyone!

Grandson passed his test! Both of us highly recommend you as an instructor. You are an amazing…read moreteacher and a wonderful human being!

I'm so glad my family found Ms Becky after many failed attempts of teaching our oldest daughter to…read moreswim, with she was still afraid of the water and not comfortable After only a week of swimming with Ms Becky BOTH of my children were thriving and excited about going in the water. Ms Becky also builds a relationship with each child where the child feels comfortable and confident of swimming with her. My 2 and 7 year old had passed the survival course with flying colors and this is all due to the dedication that the instructors put towards each child. The other coaches that work alongside Ms Becky are also wonderful. My oldest daughter has worked with Ms Annmarie and Ms Kelsi and she is going amazingly strong at her strokes. She is eager to pick back up yer classes as the new year starts. We love Safety first PediAquatics and we strongly recommend it to every family with little ones that lives in central Florida. These coaches will literally help you save your child's life in case of an accident. Thank you for all that you do!

We are so pleased with our Survival Swim experience at Safety First Pediaquatics. Becky was able to…read moreget us a time that worked with our schedule M-F and was flexible when we weren't able to attend two sessions due to my work travel. She simply added those sessions to the end. I also really enjoyed the facility. It is indoors, and they close the big garage-like door when the weather is too chilly outside. The air is clean inside the facility (doesn't smell like an indoor pool), and the waiting room with the tv showing the pool lesson was great for us since my toddler is super super clingy. I was able to watch without having to stand right outside the pool where my daughter would see me. Looking forward to starting once a week maintenance lessons. Thanks Becky and Coach Mikey!