Testimonials
"... took all three tests and missed only 2 questions total! We all passed first time through (others who took the class together). One thing the proctor commented on was that recent test takers all passed easily which is indicative of Don Berman's quality course. He said he'd seen other groups come through after other courses where the majority struggled or even did not pass." - M.H., Albuquerque, NM
“…..a remarkably gifted instructor." - C.K., Santa Ana, CA
"A week before I took your course I scored a 58% on a practice exam, the day after your class I took the IRA (Instrument Rating Exam) and scored a 90% ... your course really turned my score around." - F.P.M., Salt Lake City, UT
“I passed my written and I owe it all to you! I planned to use Sporty's DVD to study for my Instrument, but never could get around to watching all of the videos. I think that your learning methodology is a much more efficient use of my time and highly endorse it." - J.C.A., St. George, UT
“92% on my written and I got my instrument ticket last weekend. Thanks for helping me achieve this lifetime goal. I got my first IFR flight in yesterday!" - S.M., Raleigh, N.C.
“The course is one of the best courses I have taken. I passed my test with ease. Not only will you be prepared to take the written exam, you will learn good, practical information on flying that you can use in the cockpit. I would recommend this course if you are serious about getting your rating and passing the IFR written exam the first time." - S.H., Sacramento, CA
“I scored 94 on the written but more importantly, the knowledge stayed with me as I did my flight training and during the check ride, which I passed the first time!" - I.M., Kansas City, MO
"I passed the written on Tuesday morning ... 95%!!! Thank you for a great class. It wasn't necessarily the specific questions we reviewed, but the discussion and tips you gave that helped me the most. Thanks, again." - T.B., Albuquerque, NM
"You said I would pass the IFR exam ... and I knew I was nowhere near ready after six months of 'on and off' teaching myself. But I took your advice: After the class ended Sunday night, I focused on the areas of weakness your class illuminated. I just took the exam at noon and got a 92. I could not have done it without your help -- great job! I appreciate it." - E.W., Maitland, FL
"I have not opened the books since I got my license in 1975 and have never studied instrument rules and regs ... I have never studied IFR charts or paid much attention to the symbols….. the test administrator could not remember having one of your students fail. I knew I had passed the test before I hit the finish button. I am impressed by your presentation and effectiveness and I want to thank you for the professional job you did. If anyone ever wants to send me an email to inquire about your class, you can share my address with them. Again thanks." - D.S., Denver, CO
"I attended your class in Birmingham in December and successfully passed the exam 3 days later! I had been putting off taking this exam for 3 years. I had difficulty making the time to study. After your weekend course, the test was a breeze! Thanks." - K.W., Atlanta, GA
"Thanks for the great info I received in the Orlando ground school. ... I passed with 98%. I think that's the highest score I ever received on any test ever. (I'm a college grad, too.) You also made it fun and interesting. Thanks again." - R.H., Orlando, FL
"I took three (IRA, IGI, FII) Instrument written tests the Monday after your seminar and passed all three with a 90% or better. I would recommend your class to anyone who is considering an instrument rating." - R.U., Sweet Home, OR
"... Congratulations, you graduated another student ... You do an excellent job of preparing folks for their written. I would gladly refer any future student I may run into. You make it fun and entertaining as well as very educational. PLUS YOUR OFFER TO COME BACK FREE OF CHARGE IS HUGE! Thank you." - S.A., Portland, OR
"You made the most tedious task of studying for this test more than bearable, it was actually entertaining. Don, if you can help an attention deficit disorder person such as myself pass this test, with your help, anyone can do it. This was the best $300 I have spent in aviation! Thanks." - B.B., Minneapolis, MN
"Despite not knowing which way is up, or TO from FROM on the HSI, I passed the written today with a score of 92." -C.A., Dallas, TX
"Guess what? I passed. If you could get me through this exam with little (no) IFR actual flight training time, having never seen an IFR chart, plate or whatever, and having flown less than 10 hours in the last 1 1/2 years, you can teach anybody! Thank you for your organized presentation and the entertaining manner in which you presented the fast-paced syllabus. It was a pleasure to have been your student." - J.C., Indianapolis, IN
"All three of us passed!!! ...We loved the class -- and could NEVER have passed without it -- after having tried a ground school and the DVD course -- didn't last a week. Your class is the only way to go!" - J.B., D.B., and B.B., Baltimore, MD
"I scored 88% on the Instrument Written Test Tuesday on my lunch break. I hadn't started any instrument studying or training prior to your weekend course. Thanks for saving me from months of evening classes!" - R.W., CPA, SLC, UT
"I successfully completed the instrument oral and practical at 2V2 in Longmont, Co. The oral was a breeze thanks in large part to your class. Thanks again for a great class. I hope to take it again when I am ready to take the test for CFII." - D.P., Denver, CO
"….your class was instrumental in my ability to pass it with confidence, as the material on my test was explained and reviewed verbatim in your ground school. Dollar for dollar, it's the best investment in my flight training, yet….” - M.G., Las Vegas, NV
" I took the test two days after the class and passed with an 85%. I also studied a few more days and took the commercial test and passed it with a 95%. Thanks again for a great seminar!" - D.S., Sacramento, CA
" I just completed my private pilot license three weeks ago, and passed the instrument test after taking your seminar….due to the effectiveness of your class." - S.S., Sacramento, CA
"There were no surprises. You did an awesome job getting me ready for the test." - L.R., Scaramento, CA
"Passed on the first try. You're a great instructor/pilot and I am sure that many will benefit from your class, as I did. Thanks again ..." - J.O., Sacramento, CA
"Thank you for one of the best seminars I have ever attended. Your organization skills and teaching style made it an excellent learning experience.” - R.M., Bakersfield, CA
"It was a great way to prepare for the exam. I had been studying for several months, but your course helped me organize the information and also helped with many problem areas for me. I took the exam the day before yesterday and am proud to say that I got a 97%. Thank you so much for your help and inspiration." - M.F.M., MD, Houston, TX
"Thanks to your class, I was able to get a 97% just a few days after the weekend course. Shortly thereafter, I finished the instrument check ride and now I'm having the time of my life taking off into an overcast layer that keeps just about everyone else grounded. ... I will surely refer anyone to take your class. Thanks again." - J. M. (19 year old from your Orange County Course)
" I am amazed that you can take a person that has not flown in four years, spend two days with him, and have him PASS the instrument written exam." - E.J., Dallas, TX
"I would never have gotten that much information sorted out in just 2 days. Your course is well put together and covered all the information needed to pass the written. Thanks again." - R.M., Denver, CO
"... took the instrument written in 40 minutes and sailed through. I appreciate your hard work." - B.O., Colorado Springs, CO
"Just got back from taking my IFR written exam. Scored a 92 and finished, including a 100% review of my answers, in one hour and 17 minutes. Don, thanks for your course and excellent instruction. I have been working for over a year with the King DVD course and trying to fit all the concepts and information together into context ... your course put it together in one weekend. Without your instruction I doubt I would have passed the test, let alone score a 92." - J. J., Albuquerque, NM
"Just got back from Petaluma testing facility. Got a 97% score. Elapsed time 1 hr 03 minutes. The two questions I missed were VFR questions. Go figure!" - J.F., Novato, CA
"Two days with Aviation Ground Schools weekend course prepared me for the FAA Instrument Knowledge Test better than the last two years studying the books, listening to audio tapes, and trying to make time for the computer test simulators. What seemed hard for months was made easy by CFII Don Berman in a weekend. I took the test ... passed with an 88%. Wish I had taken the class sooner. I've recommended the class to all the CFIIs I know for their students." - Dr. R.H., Chico, CA
"Don, after studying on and off for a year, your class was just what I needed to pull together all the information prior to taking the test…which I passed on the first try. You are an outstanding instructor. Thanks again." - M.D., Sacramento, CA
"Don, I really appreciated the effort you put into teaching this class. I took the written test the following Saturday and passed with a 90%. You do a wonderful job and it made it easier for me. Thank you." - D.D.S., Las Vegas, NV
"I passed the exam this morning! Thanks for your hard work last weekend (and tension relieving humor). The tuition to your class was money well spent." - T.W., Meadow Vista, CA
" ... your program exceeded my expectations." - M.O., San Diego, CA
"I scored a 92 and it seemed so easy. I will definitely be enrolling in your Commercial test course. Thanks again. " - M.E., San Diego, CA
"The course served as a great tool for the test prep and covered everything we had on the actual test. Thanks again." - D.M., Fresno, CA
"Thanks for the great job you did this weekend with the instrument class. I am a pilot with over a thousand hours and have owned three airplanes and I had never (ever) looked at an approach chart. I was so green (regarding instruments) when I entered your class that I should have been watered. Yet you, and I applaud you for this, dragged me through the most intense two days of my life and helped me ace the Instrument Exam. If you could do this for me, you could do it for anybody." Sincerely, - D.M., Seattle, WA
