OUR INSTRUCTORS
Instructors that care
FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS
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JASON
Chief Pilot – MEI – CFI – CFII – Platinum CSIP
FRANK
Assistant Chief Pilot – CFI – CFII – TCI
JONATHAN
Training Center Instructor – CFI – CFII
JAZMINE
Training Center Instructor – CFI – CFII – MEI
CHARLIE
Training Center Instructor – CFI – CFII
JASON PRICE
Chief Pilot
Platinum Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot, Certified Flight Instructor – Airplane, Instrument, Multiengine
AN AVIATOR WITH A SPIRIT
Jason founded Mach 1 Aviation in 2007 with a single goal – to offer flight instruction founded on a solid understanding of the fundamentals. With a belief that simplicity helps fortify understanding, Jason established Mach 1 Aviation as a Platinum Cirrus Training Center and began growing the flight school as a thought leader at the Van Nuys airport.
As a Platinum Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot with thousands of hours of flight instruction under his belt, he is one of the primary voices in flight training in the California aviation community. He works tirelessly with others to deliver on safety in aviation, consistently working to drive improvements and growth for all involved.
When he’s not teaching, Jason is a loving dad, caring mentor, and an airline pilot flying the Embraer 175.
Jason is also a community pillar. He is currently chair of the Van Nuys Citizens Advisory Council, board member on the Cirrus Owners and Pilots Association Board of Directors, a Cirrus Pilot Proficiency Program instructor pilot for COPA University, and a former president of the Van Nuys Propeller Aircraft Association.
FRANK
Assistant Chief Pilot
Training Center Instructor – Certified Flight Instructor – Airplane, Instrument, Multiengine
MY LIFE IN AVIATION
Frank started flying with his father at a young age and was instantly bitten by the aviation bug and grew up on the tarmac of Van Nuys airport where he earned his Private Pilot in 2002. In the years following he has added his Instrument, Commercial, CFI, CFII ratings in both fixed-wing and rotorcraft. As an instructor, Frank believes in training in real-life scenarios and ensuring that his students are properly equipped and trained to handle a multitude of scenarios. His motto is “training to mastery, not just proficiency”.
When Frank is not flying for work or instructing he likes to spend time with his kids and family.
JONATHAN ABARCA
Training Center Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor – Airplane, Instrument, Multiengine
MY LIFE IN AVIATION
Jonathan is from Charlotte North Carolina. A graduate of Embry Riddle Aeronautical University he successfully obtained his Bachelors degree in Aeronautical Science. Jonathan is also a first officer on a King Air 90. When he’s not flying, jonathan is passionate about the world of motorsport and watches.
CHARLIE BEDNAR
Training Center Instructor
Training Center Instructor, Certified Flight Instructor – Airplane, Instrument, Multiengine
MY LIFE IN AVIATION
Charlie is a Southern California native, born in Pasadena. He grew up as an avid aviator and determined that this would be his career choice from a very young age. From attending as many air shows as possible as a young boy to demanding the window seat on every family vacation, Charlie’s passion for flying has always been a part of who he is. He started flying gliders in Antelope Valley with his grandfather at 14 and made the decision to become a Flight Instructor and pursue his goal of becoming an airline pilot. Always seeking a thrill in riding motocross, snow skiing, playing Division I sports in high school, and adventuring across the world he knew that flying planes for a living was the right choice. He attended ATP flight school and is a Commercial Multi-Engine rated flight instructor with a CFII. His diligence and hard work paid off, finishing the program in an astonishing 8 months with 0 check ride fails.
“My love for aviation grows with each flight. I look forward to welcoming new pilots into the aviation community.”
JAZMINE CAMPAS
Training Center Instructor
Certified Flight Instructor – Airplane, Instrument, Multiengine
MY LIFE IN AVIATION
Jazmine is a Tucson native and a University of Arizona graduate. She spent two years working in Germany and Australia before coming back to the states and starting her aviation career in 2020. Jazmine earned her private pilot’s certificate in 2021 and made the decision to continue her training at ATP Flight School and completed the program in less than 6 months and passed all 8 of her checkrides on the first attempt. Jazmine is a Multi-Engine rated Commercial pilot and CFI, CFII, and MEI.