Crewmembers
Crewmembers
Our Experienced Flight Training Professionals and Aircraft Management Crew
What is V1? It is the carefully calculated velocity at which you are committed to takeoff. It is your decision speed. Our crewmembers make that same commitment to you as you takeoff to achieve your aviation goals.
Together, our flight training professionals have more than 30,000 flight hours. They are experienced professionals, who specialize in instruction and cater to your individual needs. From flight training for busy professionals and commercial students to aircraft management, V1 Aeronautical identifies your needs and develops a custom plan to provide you with a personal, one-on-one aviation experience.
caitlin farley
owner, platinum csip. CFI, CFII, MEI, ATP
Caitlin is the only Platinum factory-trained Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (CSIP) in the Tampa Bay area. She has served the local Cirrus community for the past 15 years and travels nationally as an Instructor for the Cirrus Owners and Pilots Association (COPA). She is also typed-rated as Captain on the Lear 60, Citation Mustang and as a first officer in the Dassault-Falcon 50. Caitlin has a bachelor’s degree in business management from Florida State University.
Steve clapp
CFI, CFIi, ATP, CL-65 TYPe
Colonel Steve Clapp is a 27-year retiree of the United States Air Force. Steve earned his Glider and Jump Wings at the Air Force Academy, graduating in 1987. Upon Graduation, Steve went to Reese AFB to earn his Air Force Flight Wings and was selected to fly F-16s. After retiring from the Air Force as a Command Pilot with almost 3,000 hours in the F-16, he has chosen to continue his passion for flying in the General Aviation
KELLY O’BRIEN
ATP, CFI, CFII, MEI, HAWKER AND LEARJET TYPE, ROTOR
Kelly has many years in the aviation industry flying corporate jets, turbo props, and Cirrus airplanes. She started her career as a flight instructor and has logged over 4000 hours of experience in many difference airplanes. She has a bachelors degree from University of Michigan and now lives in Tampa.
kyle bowman
cfi, cfii - Airplane, CFI - Helicopter
Kyle started his aviation passion while flying in his Dad's Piper Comanche at a very early age. Following his dream of becoming a commercial pilot, Kyle is a law enforcement helicopter pilot and helicopter instructor. He also flies airplanes as a commercial and instructor pilot. He earned his Business Management Degree at St. Leo University and is a veteran of the U.S. Navy
Aircraft
Aircraft
Our Aircraft
V1 Aeronautical caters to all pilots, renters and students alike. Whether a private pilot or commercial pilot, we feature a wide range of aircraft to help you achieve your aviation goals. If you are looking for a more technologically advanced aircraft or for a more cost-effective, traditional aircraft, our fleet delivers.
touch trainer aircraft simulator
Configured for all cirrus aircraft
FAA-Approved Touch-Screen System
Log IFR Currency without an Instructor
Glass Cockpit or Analog Capable
Garmin Perspective or Avidyne Avionics Platforms
VisX Visual System - 180 Degree View
2013 Cirrus Sr-20 G3 - N359WY
Seating Capacity: 3 Passengers, 1 Crew
200 Horsepower
Fuel Capacity: 56 Gallons
Useful Load: 886 Pounds
Garmin Perspective Avionics Suite
GFC-700 Autopilot
Factory Air Conditioning
PILOT RATINGS
V1 Aeronautical offers numerous pilot ratings to satisfy your objectives, which include:
Private Pilot Certificate
Instrument Rating
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Cirrus Transition Training
Cirrus Advanced Transition Training
INTRODUCTORY FLIGHT
Get started on your aviation journey with an introductory or discovery flight. Fly in our fully-equipped SR-22, which includes air conditioning and XM Satellite Radio. You will receive a tour of our operation and briefing of what to expect on the flight. After, you will head to the flightline for a flight along the scenic coastline of Pinellas County.
We will answer your questions about learning to fly, earning a pilot license and pilot license cost. The experience is $249 and lasts approximately one hour. Get behind the controls and decide if aviation is an adventure you are ready to take!
Want to find out how to become a pilot and learn to fly?
We are conveniently located to serve the Clearwater, Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg areas. Contact V1 Aeronautical flight school about how to earn a pilot license and to learn about our customized aircraft management services.