We had the absolute best experience on my discovery flight with Brett! From the moment I arrived,…read morehe made me feel completely at ease. Brett has a perfect balance of professionalism, knowledge, and enthusiasm that instantly shows his passion for aviation and teaching. He explained everything clearly before we got in the plane, walking me through what to expect and answering all my questions with patience and detail. Once in the air, he gave me just the right amount of guidance--making sure I felt safe while also letting me truly take the controls and experience what flying is all about. His calm, encouraging style made the whole flight both exciting and comfortable. What really stood out was how much Brett wanted me to enjoy the experience. He pointed out landmarks, shared tips, and celebrated every little success along the way. By the time we landed, I not only had an unforgettable memory but also a much deeper appreciation for flying. If you're even thinking about trying a discovery flight, do yourself a favor and go with Brett--you won't find a better instructor to make your first flight as fun, safe, and inspiring as possible!

Mach5 helped me check off my highest bucket list item - to get my private pilots license on…read more4/29/23. Thanks to Mach 5 I was able to get high marks from my FAA examiner. The operation is top notch from the office/operations management, aircraft maintenance, flight logistics and coordination, and instruction. I transferred from another flight school and instantly saw the Mach 5 difference and high standard. I was fortunate to get paired with David Wells who did a perfect job of helping me reach my full potential. I just had fun flying at Mach 5, David, and will continue to fly with Mach5 in the future. KAUN (Auburn Airport) location provides good vibes, valuable flight experience as it is located in the base of the foothills with access to the Sacramento valley, and up front views/access to various aircraft. There is a cafe and two breweries near by. The mechanics are amazing and provide great exposure to maintenance and repair being an open shop right next to the office. This helped with my understanding of the aircraft and its systems. The planes are very well maintained and it is very clear where each plane sits with regards to maintenance and repair. It is clear Mach 5 has the highest standards for instruction. There are numerous layers and checks within the process. I was required to complete thorough flight reviews and marks after each flight which are recorded in my file and reviewed by chief instructors. At various points in the training I had to fly with a chief instructor for sign off to the next stage. This greatly increased my confidence moving forward by having multiple people give you a green light prior to the next step. The way Mach 5 operates, David Wells taught, and all that flying out of Auburn provided made me a very confident and safe pilot as I move forward in my training. Thank you to the team at Mach 5! Special shout out to Matt Behnam as well! Thanks Matt for all the help.

My son attended TRCS for 9 years... he's a senior now at a local high school and has 2 acceptance…read moreletters (from his top 4 choices) at a UC and CSU. TRCS set him up to be successful! Grateful for the staff, Board and administration!

I have been working with the staff at TRCS for several years as an instructional coach. When I…read morefound myself desiring to return to my own classroom, my first choice was TRCS. Great leadership, school board, staff, families and students! A fabulous community!

Lincoln Skyways Excellent customer service. A crew of…read moreprofessional A&P mechanics. I was under a business deadline and they got my plane finished in time to meet them. I will definitely call on their help in the future.

First flight on pilot seat! I got a deal on Groupon for an introductory flight. My knowledgeable…read moreand friendly pilot, Erwin makes this flight interesting. We walk around the plane and he introduced every important part and function. It's a rehash of my physics back in high school 32 yrs ago. Then, we took off and flew across Folsom Lake. The calm, cool morning is very relaxing up in the air. We were flying 150 mph but I can't feel the rush but instead it was smooth and steady which includes the landing. I like the turns most of all. An hour is more than enough for fun! Thank you Erwin for making this a wonderful experience! Our plane is a Cessna. See the picture attached. Our schedule was postponed initially due to flat tire. Then, this schedule was rescheduled with ease. Erwin is very responsible!

I feel very fortunate to have found this place two years ago for my child. He has been treated…read morelike family from the owner and the staff there since day one. They do truly care about the children. Teacher Bene has many years of experience, and you don't stay in business that long if you aren't good at what you do.

If I could put zero stars I would…read more accidentally parked in the wrong spot this afternoon while attending the farmers market in the fairgrounds. The second I get out of my car this woman is yelling (seriously yelling...I was shocked) at me that I can't park there. So I calmly said ok I'm sorry, I'll move. Before I could even walk 20 feet back to my car she went to a different window and yelled again in a more angry tone that my car would be towed. Keep in mind there were children present and a mom was walking into the daycare witnessing her horrible behavior. I told her I was moving my car and that her behavior was unnecessary. Just think... If this is how she is speaking to a complete stranger about a parking spot, how is she speaking to your children? Never, ever, will I send my children there or recommend it. Please think, and then think again before sending your children to this place.

Yesterday we went on an intro flight from sunshine, our instructor pilot was Wade. His skill…read moreknowledge and abilities were beyond words. The confidence watching him show us his craft of flying and instructing was top notch. I would recommend this flight school for learning this passion for you or a loved one. The air strip was nicely laid out and it was nice day too. The friendly staff was very nice and offered coffee and snacks along with answering any questions. Very good location for amazing views too. The planes are well kept and organized. Thank you

I was referred by local pilot and I have started my flight school at Sunshine with Camille. She is…read morean amazing flight instructor! The office and owner are all super formerly and helpful and I am extremely pleased to be learning with the help of these professionals!! I highly suggest to all levels of student pilots and pilots alike.

I started my private student pilot ground school here through a friend connection, and that's when…read moreI was introduced to Mary. She is truly a once-in-a-lifetime woman, and I feel so blessed to call her my mentor. She has guided me through every stage of my journey--from ground school, to earning my student pilot certificate, to starting flight training, and even supporting me in side projects like flying as talent for my pageantry. Now, I'm also connected with an incredible group of women in aviation, and continuing to grow through my nonprofit work and documentary film. Everyone here has been amazing. The flight instructors--Hayden, Gage, and James--have all been incredibly supportive. Hayden is always there to support ground school, and the environment here is something special. Students and instructors genuinely help one another, interact, and learn together. Gage is my main flight instructor, and he has taught me so much. He is always encouraging and has a way of breaking things down so they really stick. One thing he told me that I'll never forget is: "Don't let the plane fly you--fly the plane." That lesson has stayed with me and applies far beyond aviation. I'm so grateful for everything Spitfire Flight School has given me. They helped bring back a dream I once thought I had lost, and turned it into something real. I'll always come back to support this community, and I'm honored to be returning in May as a guest speaker. Looking ahead, I plan to pursue my multi-engine rating and continue using aviation as part of my nonprofit work--helping victims and survivors access support and resources. I'm deeply grateful for the role this community has played in my journey.

My dad had kept our visit to West Coast Falconry a surprise right up until we pulled into the…read moredriveway for our Friday morning falcon walk adventure. He had read about West Coast Falconry in a Southwest magazine years ago and we attempted to come right before the pandemic exploded and shut the world down. Fast forward two years and we finally had the opportunity to visit. I wasn't sure what to expect but was completely blown away and had an absolute blast! We started our tour walking out into a large, open field with Bebe, one of the Falcons. Our guide released Bebe and we got to watch as Bebe soared and eventually made his way back to his falconer. Next, we got to experience the agility and grace of Diego, one of the Hawks. We played various agility games in a wooded area and were amazed by Diego's skills. Finally, we wrapped up our tour back on the main property and got to spend some time with Hamish, an extremely cute and petite owl. Definitely worth a visit, even if you have no understanding of falconry or birds of prey. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly, engaging and willing to answer all of our questions.

It was really nice experience I would go again if it's closer to me. I liked Owl experience as…read morewell there.

My class was great. Allan made sure we understood everything as the class progressed and made…read moreeverything easy. We had a video that we watched and adult and infant maniquens that we used to practice our cpr technique and first aid. The class was over before I knew it and got my certificate. I will come back to Allan next time for my certificate renewal for sure.

Awesome CPR class. Allan and he instructor, Trenton, we're so helpful and accommodation. I will…read moredefinitely be recommending them to friends and returning for my next recert!!