John L. Geitz
SAFE #: S0000071
Hometown: Roanoke TX, United States
Home Airport: KAFW
Occupation: Aviation Educator
Education: Business Admin
Pilot Certificates: ATP; CFI ASMEL, IRA; HS-125, BAe-125, LR-45
Airplanes Flying/Flown: Baron, Bonanza, Legend Cub, LR-45
Educational Specialty: CFI Training & Simulator Instructor Training
Q & A
What drew you to aviation?: Everything
How long have you been involved in aviation education?: 40+ Years
What’s your favorite part of what you do in aviation education?: Training new instructors
What’s your least favorite part of what you do in aviation education?: Administer Flight Tests
Do you have a memorable aviation experience you’d like to share?: An entire lifetime in aviation…
Why did you join SAFE?: More member oriented than NAFI
What would you like to see change in aviation?: Return to Greater emphasis on basic “stick and rudder” skills.
Any suggestions on how the above might be accomplished?: Training that automation is an aid to basic airmanship rather than a substitute for basic airmanship.
Any accomplishments in, or noteworthy contributions to aviation and/or aviation education you’d like to mention?: Founding staff instructor for American Bonanza Society Baron Pilot Proficiency Program.
Who are your role models in aviation?: Charles Lindbergh, Winston S. Churchill
