ABOUT US

My name is Ferenc (Frici) , your pilot friend, CFII, Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) and founder of Live Pilot Training. I live in the in Des Moines, IA with my beautiful family.

Growing up in Europe, I always dreamed about becoming a pilot.  It wasn’t until 2005 that my dream became reality and I earned my private pilot license (PPL). Shortly after, we purchased our first airplane (PA-32, Piper Cherokee Six) in which I earned my additional ratings (Instrument, Commercial, and later on Certified Flight Instructor).  About eight years ago, we purchased our beautiful PA-46, Piper Malibu (see photos below). 

I have extensive knowledge and experience in high power, complex single and multi engine airplanes (over 5,000 hours, of which approximately 4,000 hours are in PA46 piston and turbine airplanes, including M500/M600/M700 experience). 

Combining my passions of flying and teaching, I became a Certified Flight Instructor.  I am grateful for the opportunity to pass on my knowledge to you and to help you become a better and safer pilot. 

Contact: Frici@LivePilotTraining.com or (614) 787-813nine, home base: KDSM, KIKV
Train Like a Pro, Fly Like a Pro

My name is Máté Csatlós, passionate aviator. Aviation isn’t just my career; it’s the language I grew up speaking. Some of my earliest and most defining memories took place in the cockpit of a Piper Malibu, flying alongside my father, Frici. That early exposure didn’t just teach me how to fly—it gave me a deep, intuitive respect for the sky.

I’ve always believed that if you know what you’re meant to do, there’s no reason to wait. I pushed myself to meet every aviation milestone as soon as I was eligible:

• Age 16: Completed my first solo flight.
• Age 17: Earned my Private Pilot Certificate & Instrument Rating
• Age 18: Earned my Commercial Pilot Certificate, followed by my CFI and CFII ratings.

The PA46 Specialist

While I enjoy all aspects of flight, my expertise lies in the Piper PA46 airframe. Having accumulated over 1,000 hours—the vast majority of which are in this specific family of aircraft—I have developed a specialized understanding of both piston and turbine models, including the M600.

“Aviation started as a bond with my father in our family Malibu. Today, I am proud to share that legacy of safety and expertise with the next generation of owner-pilots.”

Contact: Mate@LivePilotTraining.com or (814) 384-346one, home base: KDSM, KIKV

My name is Sam Kennedy and I am a CFII located in Fargo, ND. I attended the University of North Dakota and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Commercial Aviation. I currently fly a PA-46 Malibu Mirage for a local construction company, and instruct at all levels to students locally. I have a passion for teaching and passing on my knowledge I gained through experience and at UND.

Contact: Sam@LivePilotTraining.com or (701) 630-030six, home base: KFAR