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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Judy Phelps, Master CFI-Aerobatic (Initial: 26Sep06 )
Santa Paula CA
Judy Phelps recently earned her Master CFI-Aerobatic accreditation. Judy is the vice president and co-owner of CP Aviation , a Cessna Pilot Center at Santa Paula Airport (SZP). She specializes in teaching women to fly as well as aerobatic, emergency maneuver and tailwheel training. She is the first woman to earn this aerobatic accreditation. |
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The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) and the International Aerobatic Club (IAC) take pride in announcing a significant aviation accomplishment on the part of Judy Phelps, an aerobatic flight instructor and a resident of Santa Paula, CA. Recently, Judy was designated a Master CFI-Aerobatic by NAFI and IAC.
To help put this achievement in its proper perspective, there are approximately 90,000 CFIs in the United States. Fewer than 500 of them have achieved that distinction thus far. Judy is one of only 41 California aviation educators who has earned this prestigious "Master" title and one of only eleven to earn aerobatic accreditation. In addition, she is the first female to earn this aerobatic designation.
The Master Instructor designation is a national accreditation recognized by the FAA that is earned by candidates through a rigorous process of continuing professional activity and peer review. Much like a flight instructor's certificate, it must be renewed biennially. This process parallels the continuing education regimen used by other professionals to enhance their knowledge base while increasing their professionalism. Simply put, the Master Instructor designation is a means by which to identify those outstanding aviation educators, those "Teachers of Flight," who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to excellence, professional growth, and service to the aviation community. In the words of FAA Administrator Marion Blakey, "This accreditation singles out the best that the right seat has to offer."
Earning this designation is tantamount to having the words "summa cum laude" emblazoned on an instructor's certificate. These Masters truly represent the crème de la crème of our industry! To publicly recognize these individuals and their noteworthy accomplishments, NAFI will be hosting its "Meet the Masters" breakfasts, to which Judy will be invited, during EAA's AirVenture in Oshkosh and Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland. Any support that can be provided will be appreciated.
NAFI is dedicated to providing support and recognition for America's aviation educators while helping them raise and maintain their level of professionalism. It is also committed to providing a safe and effective learning environment for student pilots. The Association was founded in 1967 and affiliated with EAA in 1995.
Please feel free to disseminate this information. Questions regarding the Master Instructor program may be directed to 303-485-8136 or Info@NAFIMasters.org or visit NAFI's website at www.NAFInet.org
G Alexander "Sandy" Hill, MCFI
Phone: 303-485-8136
Vice President, Dir of Education
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