Client Testimonials
I did my recurrent with Ferenc yesterday, what an excellent day. I like to train two to three times a year, and have had lots of instructors over the years. Ferenc, is definitely one of the very best. His calm demeanor combined with an excellent communication style are a perfect match. He has excellent knowledge of both the avionics, and the systems of the PA-46. To top it off, he agreed to come to my home airport and give me a day while on holiday with his family in Breckenridge. (I am sure the lack of snow helped take the sting out) I look forward to more flights in the future. You cannot go wrong training with Ferenc. Happy New Year, Be safe December 2025 (Don) |
| I recently trained with Frici Csatlos of Live Pilot Training (https://livepilottraining.com) in Des Moines and had a great experience. Having flown 2,500+ hours in the Meridian/M600 over the past 10 years, annual training sometimes has that same-old, same old feel. But not with Frici – I learned several new features & techniques with the G3000 even as we covered the “basics” (e.g. hand flying approaches without the flight director to minimums, visual approaches, etc.). But – for this old dog – the best parts were was covering “new” material like using the MOR in-flight to actually fly the plane and then make a landing. No other instructor has even let me touch the MOR outside of a SIM and – I get it – pilots do really stupid things with the MOR. The reality – for me under Frici’s watchful eye – was that use of the MOR is almost a nothing burger. I’m glad that, if I should have an FCU rollback on takeoff, I won’t be attempting to use the MOR for the very first time. Frici worked alongside Joe Casey for several years so you know he developed his training skillset/approach from the best. I cannot recommend him highly enough – it’s worth the trip to Iowa for sure. June, 2025 (Charlie) |
Special thanks to Ferenc for his expert training for my M600 transition. Ferenc has a unique ability to boil down the complex and make it seem easy. I was able to transition seamlessly from the M350 to my new M600. In fact, I flew home solo without the least of reservations. I would highly recommend Ferenc because he does not only train on the “how,” but he explains clearly the “why.” When a pilot is transitioning from piston to turbine, it’s daunting because there’s always the worry the new pilot will do something to harm the engine. Those mistakes are quite costly. Ferenc showed me how to fly the turbine with confidence and respect. I will also be using Ferenc for all of my recurrent training. It was a delight to train with him, and I appreciate his patient demeanor as I learned the plane over a quick course. November, 2024 (Chris) |
| Frici is the best CFII that I’ve had the opportunity to learn from. I’ve chosen to continue receiving instruction from Frici (we fly weekly) for the following reasons. Frici: ● Is intensely knowledgeable about the PA-46 platform, general aviation and weather . ● Is constantly learning/studying aviation (12+ hrs/week outside of flying & full-time job). ● Is friendly (he’s friends with everyone; he enjoys helping others), calm and very consistent. ● Flies by the numbers. Holds his students to a high standard (in a friendly way). ● Flies like a professional. (He was trained by a commercial airline pilot). ● Carries all of the behaviors that resulted in a successful non-flying career, into his instruction. ● Is highly data driven. He makes aviation decisions based on what the data tells him. ● He is calmly confident in his instruction, yet has the humility to always be learning. ● Is driven to be the best possible pilot and flight instructor . ● Is trustworthy. You can always count on Frici. ● Is an exceptional teacher November, 2024 |
| Knowledge and experience alone is not enough in his type of work but you have to know how to convey it with different mindset as we all pilots are.The avionics on the plane are very helpful but only as helpful as you are able to use them and Ferenc masters them as I never seen before. Memory steps are most helpful. I am most appreciative and grateful for sharing your experience with me to teach an old dog new tricks. I hope we can keep in touch and wish you the best professionally and personally as well. I was an honor for me. |
Frici accommodated several complicating factors in my training, Old Pilot, Rusty Pilot, New to me Malibu, tight schedule!
He worked out a schedule to accommodate training in 3 days, we flew and flew. He kept it safe, focused and challenging and never deviated from that approach. We knocked out initial, and currency, and have committed to another round of flying for proficiency. At all times he was helpful and encouraging and patient.
A true professional and a real joy to fly with. Plenty of options out there, but none that I’ve had the pleasure to work with that are as good as Frici.
March, 2025 (Jeff)
| I have been training with Ferenc for three years. First for my conversion from a PA32 to the PA46 310p, second for training after a new glass panel, then this year with a plane that was not new to me (no changes that year). Each time Ferenc was very patient and thorough, building on my knowledge base in the PA46 and available technology (steam to glass). I couldn’t ask for a more competent trainer or more pleasant experience. Ferenc is always “safety first”, and I feel confident in the skills that he has transferred to me. October, 2024 (Doug) |
| I want to tell you and I would like you to pass along to the rest at team that Ferenc was an excellent instructor for me. Ferenc made me work hard to learn but also made it a lot of fun. I would recommend Ferenc to anyone that asked me. My training was a great experience and can not thank you enough. January 2023 (Joe) |
| I’ve flown with Frici numerous times. He demonstrates professional piloting skills, good flows (as we call it at the airliner) incorporated into each phase of the flight. His training approach is very disciplined and consistent from flight briefing to shut down. Frici’s extensive knowledge of the different PA46 models, engines, aircraft systems and performance characteristics makes him a great fit to teach pilots who are new to the PA46 airframe as well as existing pilots looking to increase their confidence and proficiency. Additionally he is an active member of the Piper M-Class Owner and Pilot Association (PMOPA) CFI group, and leverages the Standard Operating Procedures the association developed for the PA46 fleet. Not only is Frici a good pilot, he has a calm and pleasant demeanor and a nice relaxing personality in and out of the airplane. He is the guy you like to be friends with. June, 2022 (Jeff) |