Flight Training With Minnesota’s Most Credentialed CFI
Initial CFI · Spin Endorsements · High Performance · Instrument · Multi-Engine
Whether you’re starting from scratch or adding ratings, Stuart Lieber brings airline-level expertise to every lesson. Train with a Delta Captain who holds 7 type ratings — and still loves teaching fundamentals.
Initial CFI Certification — Including Spin Training
Getting your initial CFI is one of the most demanding certificates in aviation — and one of the most rewarding. Stuart specializes in training initial CFI candidates, including the spin endorsement that most flight schools can’t easily provide.
✈️ Initial CFI (ASEL)
Full preparation for your initial Certified Flight Instructor practical test. Stuart’s Part 142 simulator instruction background and airline training experience means you’ll be prepared to teach at the highest standard from day one.
🌀 Spin Endorsement — Hard to Find
The FAA requires a spin endorsement for initial CFI applicants. Most flight schools can’t easily provide this because of aircraft limitations. Stuart has the aircraft, the endorsement authority, and the experience to get you through spin training efficiently and safely.
📡 CFII — Instrument Instructor
Add your instrument instructor rating and open up a much larger student base. Stuart’s IFR background from airline operations and Part 142 instruction provides exceptional preparation.
✈️✈️ MEI — Multi-Engine Instructor
Complete your instructor credentials with a multi-engine instructor rating. Stuart holds an MEI and can guide you through the add-on process.
High Performance Endorsement
Want to fly aircraft with more than 200 horsepower? You need a high performance endorsement — and Stuart has access to the aircraft to get you there.
🚀 High Performance Endorsement
The FAA requires a high performance endorsement (14 CFR 61.31) to act as PIC of aircraft with engines of more than 200 horsepower. Stuart provides ground and flight instruction leading to this endorsement, with access to qualifying aircraft.
- Ground instruction covering aircraft systems, performance, and operating procedures
- Flight training in a high performance aircraft
- Logbook endorsement upon satisfactory completion
Other Training Available
🛩️ Private Pilot Certificate
Start your aviation journey in the Pipistrel Alpha Trainer. Glass cockpit from lesson one, TAA hours counting toward future certificates, at $210/hr total (aircraft + instruction).
📋 Instrument Rating
Build your instrument skills with an instructor who has flown actual IFR in some of the most demanding airspace in the world. Real-world perspective, not just textbook procedures.
🏆 Commercial Certificate
Ready to get paid to fly? Stuart can guide you through the commercial certificate requirements, including the TAA hours you’ve already been building in the Alpha Trainer.
🔄 Flight Reviews & Currency
Stay current with a flight review from a Delta Captain. More than just a checkbox — a genuine opportunity to sharpen your skills and learn something new.
Pricing
All instruction is at standard rates. No surprises.
- Aircraft rental (wet): $140/hr — Pipistrel Alpha Trainer
- CFI instruction fee: $70/hr
- Combined (aircraft + instruction): $210/hr total
- MSU students/staff/alumni: $5/hour discount on all services
Ready to Add a Rating?
Tell Stuart what you’re working toward. He’ll give you an honest plan, realistic timeline, and the straight talk you won’t always get at a standard flight school.