Introducing the Summit Sponsors
We are very grateful to our sponsors for their support. They have shown their continuing commitment to the flight instructor community. Learn about them below, in their own words.
Our Dinner Sponsor
Lightspeed Aviation
Premium Aviation Headsets and Accessories
“Lightspeed Aviation is a leading manufacturer of premium aviation headsets and helmet products. Since the first product was introduced in 1996 at AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI., the company has established a reputation for leading innovation in the aviation headset marketplace with a number of ‘first to market’ advances, technologies, and features.
Additionally, Lightspeed is a passionate supporter of initiatives to encourage the next generation of pilots through its support of programs like Young Eagles and Ray Scholars. The company is proud to have participated in helping countless young people experience everything from a discovery flight to getting a Pilot Certificate.”
Our Platinum-Tier Sponsor
Pilot Safety
Mastery Not Minimums
“Thousands of pilots at conventions like AirVenture and SUN ‘n FUN attend classes from the Guy in the Pink Shirt to learn more about technology in IFR than anyone else.
Now known as simply at Gary ‘GPS’ (or ‘the guy in the pink Shirt’), he continues to help pilots all over the world that want to know how to truly master their avionics for Single Pilot IFR.”
Our Gold-Tier Sponsors
AVEMCO
Frederick, Maryland
“Avemco has been protecting pilots and airplane owners since 1961. We specialize in liability and hull coverage for single and multi-engine piston-powered land and seaplanes, gliders, experimental aircraft, CFIs, flying clubs and aircraft traders. Avemco Insurance Company is the only direct writer of aircraft insurance.”
Flight Training Finance
The Sky’s The Limit
“Our easy, affordable programs are for part-time training. They are available at most flight schools nationwide. Chances are, you will find us right at your nearby airport and can begin flying right away.”
Gleim Aviation
Gainesville, Florida
“Gleim Publications develops and distributes study and reference materials to help you learn and understand Aviation.
We help you attain higher levels of knowledge (analysis, synthesis, and evaluation) while you learn concepts and problem-solving techniques. Our mission is to maximize knowledge transfer while minimizing your time, frustration, and cost.”
MzeroA
Online Ground School
“MzeroA is your one stop shop for getting your pilot certificates, ratings, and becoming a better pilot. We believe that a good pilot is always learning, and have built that into our teaching methods.
The Aviation Mastery Method teaches you what you need to know in an easy to understand way. We’re in the business of building safe real-world pilots.”
Ortega Aviation Services
Wichita, Kansas
“Ortega Aviation Services founders, Kirby & Teresa Ortega have combined aviation experience of over 60 years. Whether you are interested in aviation and want to become a private pilot, desire to further your aviation training, or are a business jet owner and need assistance with the ownership process – they have the expertise and the passion to assist you! ”
Sporty’s
Batavia, Ohio
“When we founded Sporty’s over 60 years ago, we made a ‘commitment to the customer,’ a commitment to sell only high quality products and back it up with unbeatable service. Today, we still believe in the old fashioned values of helpful, personal customer service. We know you have high standards – we plan on exceeding them every time you order from us.”
Stratus Financial
Where dreams take flight
“Stratus Financial is your connection to achieving our dreams. We work hand-in-hand with flight schools to provide you the financing you need to achieve your flight dreams as swiftly as possible.”
Vashon Aircraft
The Airplane You’ve Been Waiting For
“Vashon Aircraft is the newest aircraft manufacturer in the aviation center of Seattle, Washington, designing and manufacturing the US-made Ranger R7 aircraft.”
Our Silver-Tier Sponsors
Aegis 360 Consulting
Connecting Leadership | Culture | Strategy
“Aegis 360 Consulting is a global provider of business consulting and staff development services that help organizations improve leadership competencies, discover and align business strategies, and improve culture through employee engagement efforts.”
Aeronautical Proficiency Training
Safety Through Education Since 2002
“Aeronautical Proficiency Training creates, produces, broadcasts, and archives LIVE aviation safety training events. We specialize in creating independent channels specifically branded for our clients.
Our programs are accredited by the FAA ‘Pilot Proficiency Program WINGS’ program.”
Our Coffee Sponsors
The Balloon Training Academy
Our Mission: To bring the launch field to students across the U.S.A.
“We have created a network of highly qualified balloon flight instructors who are willing to volunteer their time to help us train students. Our online courses make learning easy and fun, all while allowing students to take courses on the go.”
Ortega Aviation Services
Wichita, Kansas
“Ortega Aviation Services founders, Kirby & Teresa Ortega have combined aviation experience of over 60 years. Whether you are interested in aviation and want to become a private pilot, desire to further your aviation training, or are a business jet owner and need assistance with the ownership process – they have the expertise and the passion to assist you! ”
Stratus Financial
Where dreams take flight
“Stratus Financial is your connection to achieving our dreams. We work hand-in-hand with flight schools to provide you the financing you need to achieve your flight dreams as swiftly as possible.”
Our DPE Panel Sponsor
Right Rudder Marketing
Digital Internet Marketing for Flight Schools
“Right Rudder Marketing is the leader in helping ONLY flight schools leverage the internet and use well executed marketing strategies to take their business out of the clouds and into VFR.”
Become a NAFI Summit Sponsor
NAFI Members are influencers of purchase decisions for products and services offered by our sponsors. Become a Summit Sponsor today!
