Title:
ASCEND 2026 - Returning to Flight Instruction After Another Career
Topic:
How to Successfully Return to Flight Instruction After Another Career
Brief Description:
This informal roundtable will explore the opportunities and challenges of returning to flight instruction after pursuing another career, whether in aviation or another industry. Participants will discuss rebuilding proficiency, navigating regulatory and technological changes, balancing instruction with other professional commitments, and drawing on experiences gained outside the cockpit. Attendees are encouraged to share their own perspectives, ask questions, and connect with others who have made—or are considering—a return to flight instruction.
Select Number:
EA13146396
Location of Seminar:
Crowne Plaza Dallas Market Center
7050 N Stemmons Freeway
Dallas, TX 75247
Directions to Venue:
Follow the signs to the ASCEND Flight Training Summit meeting rooms
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Seating:
Check Additional event Information below for possible registration requirements.
Sponsoring Division:
FAASTeam
Additional Event Information & Acknowledgement of Industry Sponsor(s):
A pilot for more than 38 years, Miller has served as a flight instructor for the past 17 years. After retiring from a software management career five years ago, he began an encore career as chief flight instructor at Lunken Flight Training Center, which recently attained 141 Self Examining Authority at historic Lunken Airport in Cincinnati, Ohio. He instructs in Cessna 172s and multiple private client aircraft, and has experience in 25 aircraft types. For the past 18 years, Miller has owned a 1961 Beechcraft Debonair.
This presentation is offered during the 2026 ASCEND Flight Training Summit.
No fee for the presentations, but there is an admission charge for ASCEND. Visit Ascend Flight Training Summit - Pilot Education & Careers for information and conference registration information.
FAA WINGS preregistration is not required for activities offered during ASCEND.
ASCEND Flight Training Summit is co-hosted by the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) and AeroSummit.
Equal Access Information:
The FAA Safety Team (FAASTeam) is committed to providing equal access to this meeting/event for all participants. If you need alternative formats or services because of a disability, please communicate your request as soon as possible with the person in the “Contact Information” area of the meeting/event notice. Note that two weeks is usually required to arrange services.
Credit Applicability:
1 Credit for Master Knowledge Topic 1
FAASTeam Project Information:
National Project:
Any other Operations task not covered in the NPP
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