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See flight optionsHayward Executive Airport · No experience needed
Bay Area Flight Training is one-on-one instruction built around you — whether you're here for a once-in-a-lifetime flight over the Golden Gate or working toward your pilot's license.
Every flight is taught by Ismail Oraz, a certified CFI and CFII with over five years of aviation experience, multi-engine rated, with a background in private aviation. You fly out of Hayward Executive Airport in a modern glass-cockpit aircraft.
Take the controls and see if flying is for you.
Work one-on-one with your CFI at your own pace.
Pass your FAA checkride and fly as a licensed pilot.
CFI and CFII certified, multi-engine rated, with a private aviation background. You get direct, personal instruction — never a rotating roster.
You take the controls on your very first flight, not just watch. Every lesson builds real stick-and-rudder confidence.
Train on current avionics with full moving-map navigation — the systems you'll actually use as a pilot.
Real views from real flights.
Reviews from Google
"I had my first discovery flight with Ismail, and it was an amazing experience. He was patient, professional, and made everything easy to understand. I highly recommend him!"
— Recep B."Kudos for Ismail!! After our first discovery flight together I signed up for my ppl, he was very professional and knowledgeable."
— Berkay H."Bay tour exceeded our expectations, we loved every moment of it. Stunning views of San Francisco! Ismail was an amazing pilot. Highly recommend everyone to see the bay area from the sky"
— Vildan E.Sunset seats go first — book yours.
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