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From Robert Vandenheuvel
on 20-Feb-2013 |
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Just finished my private pilot training at DuBois. What an amazing experience! Having grown up near the Chino Airport, I always had an interest in flying a plane someday, but the whole idea seemed very intimidating. For anyone else with that same "fear of the unknown, " I'd strongly encourage you to just stop by DuBois Aviation and talk to anyone there about the process of becoming a private pilot. The instructors and staff are incredibly nice, the planes are clean and in great shape (and the rental rates are very reasonably priced), the scheduling is flexible and accommodating, and Chino is a phenomenal place to fly out of! Pat S. Was my instructor, and I'd highly recommend him. Some of the things I had to learn took me a while to get, and Pat was incredibly patient and encouraging. I look forward to getting additional endorsements/ratings through DuBois, but for now, I'm having a blast enjoying the freedom of a private pilots license. Thanks Pat and DuBois Aviation!
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From Dave Hughes
on 20-Feb-2013 |
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I am a private pilot, instrument rated. Lou DuBois transitioned me from my Cessna 182 into my Beech A36TC. Wonderful experience. Then Lou acquired a Robinson 22 and Rob Clark taught me how to fly it. I passed my check ride on the first try on December 31, 2012. Flexible access to both the helicopter and Rob made my experience very enjoyable. I highly recommend both DuBois aviation and Rob Clark who is a very competent helicopter instructor.
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From Cory Carnahan
on 08-Oct-2012 |
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DuBois is pretty darn awesome. I've been flying out of there for a little while now and I can't image a better place to learn how to fly. They have a bunch of clean planes in excellent condition making scheduling easy, competitive pricing, friendly staff, first class facilities, and an awesome airport to fly out of. I did the majority of my private license training with Margaux and she was nothing but professional and fun to fly with. I highly recommend her as an instructor and the school in general. I was an unusual student in that I broke my foot right in the midst of my training, and Margaux and staff were super accommodating and patient with me while I hobbled around on crutches for a good chunk of my time there. I also got to fly with Rob, Mike, and Roman at various points and would recommend all of them as well. You can't go wrong with any of the instructors. Looking forward to getting my instrument rating there in the coming months!
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From Charath Ranganathan
on 11-Sep-2012 |
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The BEST flight school in the SoCal area hands down! I just passed my private pilot checkride today after training with DuBois for the last year. They have awesome instructors, clean and well-maintained aircraft, and a very liberal policy on their block rates. If you're looking for flight training in Southern California, you're doing yourself (and your wallet) a disservice if you do not consider DuBois.
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From Reuven Huntley
on 04-Aug-2012 |
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I found DuBois Aviation after I completed my private pilot elsewhere. I was originally only renting their Cherokees for flights with friends, but I was so impressed by their school, I decided to do my instrument rating at DuBois Aviation. The difference between them and the other flight schools I've been involved with is astounding. The instructors at DuBois are very knowledgeable, and Lou (the owner) keeps his fleet in very good shape. I did my instrument rating with Mike, who helped me finish the rating in just over the minimum time. I would recommend him to any other pilot looking to earn an instrument rating. I wish I had started with DuBois for my private pilot rating, but I will definitely continue training there for my commercial rating.
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From Randy Mongenel
on 29-Jul-2012 |
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I made the decision early in the year to get my pilot certificate, and after reading the online reviews of DuBois I chose to stop by and meet the instructors. I was greeted by instructor Margaux and immediately I could tell that she was a genuinely nice person. I got this same vibe from the other instructors I met as well. I'm glad I decided to start my training with DuBois. Margaux is a great instructor and made me feel comfortable in the plane right away. The aircraft are mostly Cherokees kept in good running condition and any issues during preflight inspection were always handled very fast. My training took a little over 50 hours and with the instructors help I felt confident that I could become a good pilot. All of the staff (Pam and Lou, Ana, Shari, Alex) are nice and very accommodating. I passed my checkride thanks to Margaux's dedication and I can't wait to start my Instrument training with them.
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From Ana Mendivil
on 03-Jun-2012 |
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I did my Commercial training with Mike at DuBois Aviation and it was a great experience! Mike was great; very knowledgeable, patient and always had a positive attitude, which made training more enjoyable. I flew the Mooney M20B and LOVE the airplane. It's a little rocket ship. Also, the systems in the airplane are so basic that it is easy to understand what is going on in the airplane as you move levers and knobs, and it makes the checkride portion so much easier because there is not much to it. I was told that I would need more meat on my bones before I would be able to work the Johnson Bar that moves the gear up and down in the airplane but after learning the technique it was a piece of cake. Pam and Shari were very accommodating to my schedule, and Lou taught me additional quirks about the Mooney. Overall a fantastic experience and a great team of people, I would highly recommend DuBois Aviation!
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From Jeff Pederson
on 31-May-2012 |
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I've been flying at DuBois Aviation for the past 2 and 1/2 years. It is very well run by both Lou and Pam. They have great instructors to choose from. I went with roman for both my instrument and commercial. He was a great instructor and will make you a great pilot. I'm currently working on my multi-engine add on with DuBois in their Seneca. Great school for any pilot from no flight time to someone looking to get back into aviation.
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From Hannah Nguyen
on 19-Feb-2012 |
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We came in today for a demo flight. It was awesome. The school offers a really good deal for a flight demo ($49 for 30 minutes flight or $149 for 1.5 hours flight). Customer service was excellent. The lady at the front desk was very friendly. Our instructor, Pat Sullivan, was awesome. He took his time to show us how to inspect the airplane and also what to look for. He made us feel very comfortable even though it was our first time flying. He also gave me a chance to control the airplane but I was too scared to do it :) He was cool about it and tried to talk to us during the flight to help us relax. Overall, it was a very good experience. I would highly recommend Pat. Thanks for such a wonderful experience.
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From Takuji Teramoto
on 03-Dec-2011 |
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I received training of IFR rating at the school. All airplanes here are clean and well maintained so that you can fly with comfortable and reliable. Also there are so many wonderful instructors in the school. I trained with Mike and he was kind patient and attractive person to fly with. IFR training was hard for me but thanks to Mike I succeeded with minimum hours. Adding to these, Lou DuBois, president of the school, is very nice guy and has plentiful of passion for introducing joy of flying to students. I recommend the school with confidence.
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From Larry Alb
on 30-Oct-2011 |
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In my initial contact with Dubois Aviation I immediately felt at home. I first met Lou Dubois and I was introduced to Pam Dubois and flight instructors at the facility that morning. My time was initially in a Cherokee 140 with Lance and I later switched to a Cessna 150 with Mike. Their aeronautical knowledge, flight experience and teaching were inspiring. I appreciated finishing my training with Mike and the professionalism he brought to each lesson. He is a remarkable instructor who was able to demonstrate what I believed were difficult flight maneuvers and skills in such a manner that I could say, "I can do that." In my opinion, that is the hallmark of a great teacher. The other instructors were also impressive. Lou and Pam Dubois provided a learning environment that far exceeded my expectations and were genuine in every possible manner in providing the highest quality of training. At 60 years old I received my Private Pilot's License. Not bad at all.
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From Alexandra Santos
on 29-Oct-2011 |
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I have had an excellent experience with DuBois Aviation. The airplanes are very well maintained and the rates are the lowest around. The online scheduling is easy and efficient and the Staff/CFI's are very friendly and strive to help you reach your aviation goals. I recently passed my Private Pilot check-ride and I couldn't be happier. I plan to do my instrument rating with DuBois Aviation.
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From Bobak Seyedgavadi
on 27-Oct-2011 |
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I had visited a couple flight schools in the area when choosing a school to get my IFR rating and DuBois Aviation best fit what I was looking for. It’s a great atmosphere to learn to gain both the skills and the confidence required to fly safely while enjoying the experience as well! All the aircraft are meticulously maintained with no INOP equipment! The staff and all the instructors are friendly, knowledgeable, will answer all your questions and Lou is a wealth of information! Great School!
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From Gabriel Alvarez
on 01-Sep-2011 |
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I couldn't have asked for a better environment to learn how to fly! Since the day I got to DuBois Aviation I felt like I was within family... Although I didn't get to meet Pam (she was out of town) and my stay there wasn't that long, I felt really comfortable with all the instructors, Lou and Ana! The way they keep their airplanes is the best I've seen as well! I knew that what I wanted to do wasn't easy: Get my Instrument rating (I was already a private pilot), commercial license and the multi-engine add on in just a couple of months. Well, thanks to Mike, Trey, Lou and Ana I was able to do everything I needed to get back home in as little time as possible getting the best training I could imagine! It has been a wonderful experience, thank you DuBois Aviation for helping me as you did!
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From Leopold Sternberg
on 21-Mar-2011 |
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As an experienced private pilot from South Africa and recently anointed PROUD USA citizen the FAA required that I retake my private pilot theory and practical test. Lou DuBois became my instructor and my friend, in his confident professional way Lou taught me to fly all over again the USA way. All the staff at DuBois Aviation are kind considerate and professional, their equipment is very well maintained and reasonably priced. I will be doing my Instrument Rating with DuBois Aviation and I would have no hesitation in recommending DuBois Aviation to you, my closest friends and family.
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From Ana Mendivil
on 22-Feb-2011 |
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I did my instrument rating at DuBois Aviation and it was a great experience. Lou was my instructor and made it very easy to grasp concepts that did not come naturally to me. He is very knowledgeable, pushed me, and provided an environment that was easy to learn in. Pam is the biggest sweetheart and worked with my schedule and me. As with most pilots I was on a budget and the airplanes are very reasonably priced, and very well maintained which was a major plus. I plan to do my commercial and addition ratings with DuBois Aviation. Thanks guys!
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From Pablo Gonzalez II
on 24-Jan-2011 |
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Dubois Aviation is an outstanding facility and just the type of atmosphere associated with the good old days of aviation. The staff and instructors are friendly, knowledgeable, and promote an enjoyable learning experience. For most people, personal enjoyment is the reason we start flight training and the folks at Dubois work hard at making it a low stress and fun experience. The aircraft are well maintained, clean, reasonably equipped, and very price competitive. There maybe a cheaper operation out there, but I doubt it would be worth it. Chino is an excellent place to learn to fly - control tower but not too busy, plenty of runway to accommodate winds and technique, lots of really cool airplane to see, a great restaurant, and an excellent flight school in Dubois.
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From Kris Lavoie
on 23-Jan-2011 |
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I recently completed my private with Dubois, and I cannot agree more with the other comments I have read here. My only complaint is that I didn't find them sooner. I will continue to fly with Dubois and when I do pursue another rating I will not go anywhere else. Lou, Pam, and their crew are the best. I did my homework, shopped around, and nobody else came close.
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From Jared Carey
on 29-Sep-2010 |
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I can't say enough great things about DuBois Aviation. All the instructors are friendly out going individuals that are more then happy to go out of their way for their students to make sure they are more then prepared for their checkrides and become safe and competent pilots. I recently passed my CFI initial checkride at DuBois. The flight instructors were knowledgeable and aircraft are maintained to a high standard. Office staff were very accommodating with the tight schedule that I was under and able to achieve my deadline goals. Thanks again to DuBois aviation and all the help and guidance you have given me over the past several years, I could not have done it with you guys!
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From Jim Garner
on 07-Sep-2010 |
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To the folks at Dubois Aviation, I want to express my sincere appreciation for providing me with the personal care and attention that helped me obtain my Private Pilot's Certificate in July 2010. I was impressed by the expert instruction I received during my training. Lou and Pam worked hard at accommodating my busy schedule. The CFI's made flying fun for me to learn. I will recommend anyone interested in flying lessons to check out Dubois Aviation.
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From Joseph Rubert
on 23-Aug-2010 |
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I selected DuBois Aviation after researching and visiting several area flight schools, and never gave my decision a second thought. Six months later, I received my private pilot certificate, all thanks to Trey, Lou, Lance, Pam, and Anna. Trey is a great instructor and an amazing pilot; Lou is an absolute wealth of aviation information; with those two instructing and guiding you, you will be more than prepared for the written tests & check ride. Lance, Pam, and Anna were always supportive, encouraging, and had time for my questions or conversation. There was always an instructor and/or airplane to fit my constantly changing schedule. You won't find a more honest, direct, friendly, and professional flight school. Check out their website...Everything you see and read is the absolute truth. I have, and will continue to recommend DuBois Aviation to my friends, family, and anyone interested in flying.
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From Jose Robles
on 18-Aug-2010 |
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Phenomenal!!! Prior to finding Dubois Aviation I was a student at Sunrise and Ballard. I wish I had found Lou, Pam, and Trey first! They are all exceptional to work with. Lou runs a great school with a super friendly environment and exceptional aircraft. Trey made my transition smooth, quick, and easy. There aren't enough stars to describe! Thanks!!!
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From Derek Kreger
on 24-May-2010 |
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Dubois Aviation was a life changing experience. I always wanted to get my private but never had the correct guidance or tools. I met Lou and Pam Dubois and signed up. It was a fantastic, challenging, life changing experience. I’m now 37 and wish I would have known about them years ago! I couldn’t have done it without there guidance, patience, and friendship. They are outstanding teachers with great equipment. The environment is a relaxed family style that made learning fun. I gained the experience and made some great new friends. My family and I are currently out burning holes in the sky thanks to Dubois! Instrument rating soon....
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