Our Fleet & Rates

Beechcraft BE-76 "Duchess"

We have (1) BE-76 aircraft for

Multi-Engine training.

Garmin 430W Equipped

$325/hr. "Wet" Rental

Piper PA28-181 "Archer"

Beechcraft BE-76 "Duchess"

We have (8) Piper PA-28 "Archer" ideal for

Private, Instrument & Commercial Ratings

Available with Garmin G600 "Glass"

Garmin 430W/530W/GTN650/GTX375

$190/hr. "Wet" Rental

PA28-161 "Piper Warriors"

Beechcraft BE-76 "Duchess"

We have (1) PA28-161 aircraft ideal for

Private, Instrument & Commercial Ratings

Equipped with Garmin 430W/GTN650

$185/hr. "Wet" Rental

Piper PA38-112 "Tomahawk"

We have (6) Piper PA-38 "Tomahawk"

Ideal Primary Trainer

$139/hr. "Wet" Rental

Instruction Hourly Rates

Private: $55/hour

Instrument/Commercial: $60/hour

Multi-Engine/CFI/CFII: $65/hour

Own Aircraft / ATP: $75/hour

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Instruction Hourly Rates

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Our Employees

Beth Jenkins-Chief Flight Instructor

Beth has 43 years of experience as a flight instructor and 40 years at Pilot's Choice Aviation. She has accumulated over 30,000 hours instructing. Beth has the unique ability to present knowledge and practical ability of flying in different ways.

Involvement with the aviation community extends to the Commemorative Air Force (CAF), where she flies a B-25 and also bringing knowledge of aviation to the younger crowd.

Ratings:

ATP, with a B-25 Type Rating

CFI, CFII, MEI, CFIG

Austin Harayda

Austin began flight training in 2014 at TSTC in Waco because he couldn’t think of any job that could be better than flying planes. As he trained he became more interested in the general aviation side of flying and Georgetown was the perfect place for it. He began teaching at Pilot’s Choice in 2018 and has loved every hour of it.

Ratings:

CFI, CFII, MEI

Daniel Wright

After earning his pilot's certification in 2006, Daniel spent 15 years working in the IT and telecommunications field before returning to his passion for aviation. Daniel strives to maintain a calm environment while helping students pursue their goals of flight. He leans on his years of experience as a manager and trainer in the telecommunications field, as well as his training here at Pilot's Choice to tailor flight training to the individual needs and goals of each student.

Ratings:

CFI

Conrad Rodgers 9/2/1966-4/12/2023

High Flight

BY JOHN GILLESPIE MAGEE JR.

Oh! I have slipped the surly bonds of Earth
And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings;
Sunward I've climbed, and joined the tumbling mirth
of sun-split clouds,—and done a hundred things
You have not dreamed of—wheeled and soared and swung
High in the sunlit silence. Hov'ring there,
I've chased the shouting wind along, and flung
My eager craft through footless halls of air...

Up, up the long, delirious, burning blue
I've topped the wind-swept heights with easy grace
Where never lark nor ever eagle flew—
And, while with silent lifting mind I've trod
The high untrespassed sanctity of space,
Put out my hand, and touched the face of God.

Michael Gatti

Conrad Rodgers 9/2/1966-4/12/2023

Michael Gatti

Michael (AKA Gatti) began flying in 2021 at Pilot's Choice Aviation, while attending Liberty University's online program. He completed his training all at Pilots Choice including his CFI and CFII, where he began instructing shortly after getting his instructing ratings. He enjoys the freedom of flying and being able to share this thrill with whoever may walk through the door. Michael is committed to provide not only a fun and exciting environment for all students, but one where they value the safety and knowledge of general aviation. He is excited to help students fulfill their dreams of flying!

Ratings:

CFI, CFII

Max Phillips

Conrad Rodgers 9/2/1966-4/12/2023

Michael Gatti

Max Phillips

Ratings: CFI

Brandon Barker

Ratings: CFI

Blake Beckrich

Brandon Barker

Ratings: CFI, CFII

Josh Buck

Stephanie Fernihough - Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Blake Faris

Ratings:

CFI

Blake Faris

Stephanie Fernihough - Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Blake Faris

Ratings:

CFI

Stephanie Fernihough - Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Stephanie grew up in the north Austin area and lives in Georgetown. She started flying “just for fun” as a student at Pilot’s Choice in 2021 after 10 years as a band director and can’t imagine doing anything else! She is the recipient of the 2025 GAA San Antonio FSDO CFI of the Year Award. She loves sharing the joy of flight with students and helping them work towards their goals.

Ratings: CFI, CFII, MEI, IGI

Josh Foust

Cade Rosenquist

Stephanie Fernihough - Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

Josh started Flying in 2019 at the Aero Club within Edwards AFB in CA., while serving in the USAF. He began instrument training in 2020 at Pilot’s Choice while working towards his BS: in Aviation at Liberty University using his GI Bill benefits. Josh graduated in 2024 as a CFI and is extremely excited to see where aviation takes him. He hopes to fly in Alaska, learning back country flying as well as seaplanes.

Ratings:

CFI

Andrew Rock

Cade Rosenquist

Prior to my aviation career, I served in the Army, specifically in the Air Defense Artillery, where I monitored the movements of aircraft and helicopters on radar systems. In 2019, I began my flight training in Washington State, subsequently transferring to Pilot’s Choice. It was at this institution that I earned my Bachelor of Science in Aviation from Liberty University.

Ratings:

CFI

Cade Rosenquist

Cade is a dedicated flight instructor who completed his training at Pilots Choice. He earned all of his certificates and ratings while also attending Southwestern University in Georgetown, balancing flight training while pursuing a degree in Secondary Education. His education background and hands-on aviation experience allow him to bring a structured, student-focused approach to every lesson. At Southwestern, Cade competed as an NCAA cross country athlete demonstrating the discipline and strong work ethic that he now teaches to his students.

Ratings: CFI, CFII

Michael Schnebeli

Michael has been flying since 2021 and a flight instructor for over a year. He approaches lessons with patience and developing student autonomy.

Ratings:

CFI

Will Snyder

Michael Schnebeli

Will began training at Pilot's Choice in 2022 after spending several years teaching & producing documentary films in Asia. Since becoming a CFI, he applies his education and communication experience toward helping his students become well-rounded pilots who understand airmanship, rather than simply memorizing procedures. Will strives to ensure that every lesson is valuable and constructive, while bearing in mind that the cockpit is the very best office you could hope for, and that flying is just all-around awesome!

Ratings:

CFI, IGI

Sean Wangnick

Sean began his aviation journey in College Station, TX, while attending Texas A&M. What started as a hobby quickly turned into a career path when he realized the corporate office life wasn’t for him. He pursued his professional ratings and completed his Commercial Multi-Engine Add-On at Pilot’s Choice, where he has been instructing ever since.

With a background in technology and engineering, Sean encourages his students to think critically about aerodynamics and regulations. His goal is to help you develop a deeper understanding of aviation and become a safer, more proficient pilot.

Ratings:

CFI, CFII

Becca Torres

Becca Torres has been with Pilot's Choice Aviation since the Fall of September 2017. She works as office manager and handles our Liberty University reporting. You'll likely see her at the front desk, although Becca isn't an aviator she's been heard to say, she pilots the front desk. She enjoys seeing students walk in the door with a dream and being able to leave Pilot's Choice Aviation with ratings in hand.

Cooper Thompson

Cooper took his first flight out of Pilot’s Choice when he was 12 and has had a love for flying ever Since. He got his private Pilot’s License in Georgetown and attended Kansas State University earning a Professional Pilot Bachelor’s Degree in 2024. He moved back to Texas to get his CFI and is now right back where he began 11 years later, hoping to help others fulfill their aviation dreams.

Ratings CFI, CFII

Ira Menin

A&P and IA

Ben Quackenbush

A&P

Gabriel Gonzales

Aircraft Mechanic

Wildcat

Gabriel Gonzales

It feels like something is missing now, when we walk through the door. We miss the sound of you purring, and your food bowl on the floor. Moving on is not easy, heaven knows we’ve tried. But this room seems so empty without you by our sides. We know you’re somewhere special, where you can run and play. But that does not stop us missing you every single day. You have more than played your part in leaving us with memories and paw prints in our hearts.

Wildcat would like to introduce our new furry friends;

Thunder and Lightning!

Thunder and Lightning

Thunderbolt and Lightning are our boys! They play outside and snooze in lounge. They love belly rubs and to play with each other and humans. Just watch out when you start your cars or yell clear prop! They may be playing nearby or coming to visit you for some love and pets.