Brian Arends
​My name is Brian Arends. I was introduced to flying at an early age and I loved it from the start. At 18 I received my private pilot’s license while attending Culver Academy in Culver Indiana. I flew off and on through my 20s and 30s, receiving my instrument and commercial certifications during this time. In 2021, I decided to make flying my career. I am now CFII and ATP rated. I fly learjets professionally, but I have always had a love of instructing and passing my aviation knowledge onto others. In 2024, I purchased N32781, a 1974 Piper Warrior, and opened Arends Aviation.
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
217-841-7299
William Larson
As a commercial pilot with almost 300 hours, William is qualified to fly both single and multi-engine airplanes. In addition to his Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) rating, he is also currently working toward his Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) rating. William has over 200 hours of flight time in the PA-28 aircraft family, including many hours in the Piper Archer, Piper Arrow, and Piper Warrior, as well as experience flying Cessna aircraft, including the C152, C172, and C177.
In addition to his small aircraft flying experience, William has over 200 hours of instructing in a full flight jet simulator. This experience focused on jet transitions, emergency procedures, aeronautical decision-making, and crew resource management. His teaching philosophy emphasizes safety, professionalism, and effective communication, ensuring that his students are well-equipped to excel in all variety of flight environments.
​
William holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Professional Flight Technology and Airline Management & Operations from Purdue University.
Contact
I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect.
217-493-6258