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MACH 1 AVIATION

At Mach 1 Aviation, we are passionate about aviation and dedicated to providing the best flying experience for our customers. Our team is comprised of experienced pilots who love to fly and share that love with others.

We have been honored to receive numerous awards and recognitions for our commitment to safety and excellence in the industry. These accolades serve as a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team.

Take a look at some photos from our flights. Our goal is to make every flight feel like a once-in-a-lifetime experience coupled with unmatched instructional quality and safety!

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Mach 1 Aviation: The first Platinum Cirrus Training Center in Los Angeles

Mach 1 Aviation and Cirrus Aircraft have had a relationship since its inception 2006 and Training Center designation in 2008. Mach I Aviation received the Platinum Cirrus Training Center (PCTC) designation in 2014.

Being a PCTC means we offer flight instruction above and beyond that of a typical flight school. Not only are all of our instructors FAA Certified Flight Instructors (CFI/CFII), but all are put through additional Cirrus certification and training courses to become Cirrus Training Center Instructors (TCI).

The foundation of any Platinum Training Center is the PCSIP (Platinum Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot). Jason Price, Mach 1 Aviation's founder and owner is one of the few individuals to be deemed a Platinum CSIP. One of the many requirements to be a Platinum CSIP is holding a minimum Of 1800 hours flying and 1000 hours instructing in Cirrus aircraft to guarantee the highest level of instructional quality and knowledge in a Cirrus Aircraft.

Flying at Van Nuys Airport and the KVNY Airspace

Part of the beauty of training at Mach 1 Aviation and learning to fly out of the Van Nuys airport is that we play in some of the most beautiful and most complicated airspace in the country. Learning to fly in the LA Basin is an achievement by itself. Every flight we gain an appreciation for the complexities as well as the sheer beauty of the area we call our home airspace. We’re also lucky to fly out of one of the busiest airports in the country – an accomplishment most pilots add to their bucket list.

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Jason Price

Founder and Owner of Mach 1 Aviation

Jason Price is a distinguished aviator with a career marked by exceptional achievements and a steadfast commitment to aviation safety and education. Beginning his journey as a private pilot, he quickly advanced, earning his Certified Flight Instructor (CFL) and Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) ratings in 2004, along with a Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) certification the same year. This foundational expertise paved the way for his Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification and Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (CSIP) designation in 2005.

In 2006, Jason founded Mach 1 aviation, in 2007 he turned it into a flight school. Under his leadership, the school rapidly gained a reputation for excellence and became a Cirrus Aircraft Training Center in 2008. Demonstrating entrepreneurial acumen, Jason expanded the business by establishing a Part 135 charter company in 2009. Jason dedication to high standards in flight training was further recognized in 2010 when he became a Platinum CSIP with Cirrus Aircraft, and Mach 1 achieved Cirrus Platinum Training Center status in 2014.

The evolution of his flight school continued with the attainment of Part 141 certification in 2016, ensuring adherence to rigorous training standards. Transitioning to a broader scope of aviation, Jason served as an airline pilot from 2018 to 2022, before taking on his current role as a Gulfstream pilot.

In addition to his professional roles, Jason has been an influential figure in the aviation community. He was the president Of the Van Nuys Propeller Aircraft Association, currently chair of the Van Nuys Citizen Advisory Council, and a board member for the Cirrus Pilot Association. With over 13,500 flight hours, 9,500 hours of dual instruction given and 7,000 hours in Cirrus aircraft, his depth of experience is substantial.

Jason is type-rated in the Gulfstream 550 and 650, Cirrus Vision Jet, Embraer 170 and 190, and Citation Sovereign Plus. He maintains current proficiency in the G650, G550, and SF50 aircraft. Since 2007, he has been a CPP instructor and has flown every generation, model, and avionics configuration of Cirrus aircraft from the GI SR20 to the G' SR22T.

Jason's career reflects a profound dedication to aviation, underscored by a passion for teaching, an unwavering commitment to safety, and a drive to continually advance in the field. Jason's contributions to aviation extends beyond the cockpit, influencing training standards and inspiring the next generation of pilots through his leadership and mentorship.