CRYSTAL HOFFMAN

Crystal is a first-generation pilot who grew up in San Diego, CA. Her aviation journey began in 2020 after attending an Open House at the Ramona Airport — an event that sparked a life-changing passion for flight.
 

She earned her Private Pilot Certificate in 2021 and quickly became a vital part of the Ramona Flight Training Center, organizing community events such as fly-ins, BBQs, hangar movie nights, and educational seminars to inspire and connect local aviators.

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Fueled by determination and love for flying, Crystal went on to earn her Instrument Rating in 2021, Commercial and Multi-Engine certificates in 2022, and both CFI and CFII in 2023. She now instructs part-time, specializing in Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Flight Instructor training.
 

In addition to instructing, Crystal flies as a Captain for a local charter company, where she operates jet aircraft across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada. Her dual role as an instructor and corporate pilot brings a unique depth of real-world experience to her students.
 

Outside the cockpit, Crystal is a dedicated mother of five and values spending quality time with her family. She also served on the Board of Directors for the San Diego Chapters of The Ninety-Nines and Women in Aviation, International, continuing her mission to support and uplift others in aviation.

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Instructional Offerings: Private, Instrument, Commercial, Flight Instructor