Clark Duimel

Clark Duimel

Executive Director Flight Operations / Chief Flight Instructor / TC Pilot Examiner / DCAM Award Winner
Class 1 Instructor

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Clark is recognized as a leader in Canadian flight training. In 2005, he was honored with the David Charles Abramson Flight Instructor Safety Award. He is a Class 1 Instructor who is also a Pilot Examiner for Transport Canada and Authorized Person. Clark was instrumental in the development of the BCIT Airline & Flight Operations program and developed the training regimen for this diploma program. When Clark isn’t at the Club, he can be found doing “guy” stuff such as hunting, fishing, camping and boating.

Paul Harris

Paul Harris

Manager of Flight Operations / TC Pilot Examiner / DCAM Award Winner
Class 1 Instructor

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Paul is the second of three generations of commercial pilots. Stories of Uncle Ted flying Spitfires over Britain in WW2 ignited his passion for aviation. From the beginning, the focus of Paul?s instructing career has been on delivering that all important first 50 hours of instruction. His understanding, focus and passion is instilled in every instructor he trains. Those 3,000 minutes of coaching often determines the outcome of an event 3,000 hours later.

Marcel Gimenez

Marcel Gimenez

Manager of Multi Engine Operations; TC Pilot Examiner
Class 1 Instructor

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Marcel has received training in aviation from both Europe and Canada. As an instructor, he has had the opportunity to train with students from all over Canada and many different parts of the world. His passion for aviation has currently led him to a career in flight instruction. What keeps Marcel motivated is the sense of satisfaction and accomplishment when he sees students achieve their goals and dreams. With his expertise and support, Marcel guides students through a process that will mold them into professional, and most importantly, safe pilots, all while ensuring the flying experience is still exciting and enjoyable.

Tanner O'Neill

Tanner O’Neill

Instructor

As someone who came through BCIT and did their training at Pacific Flying club there is no better place to learn to fly. I am here to offer my knowledge and to help you achieve your goals of becoming a pilot.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R
  • Mountain Check Ride
  • US Check Ride 

Kristin Ragsdale

Instructor

Aviation is both challenging and very rewarding. It provides the opportunity for personal growth, expanding your knowledge of the world and exploring places you never really considered before. Being able to guide people along their path to becoming a safe, confident and efficient pilot while having fun along the way is very humbling and gratifying.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Nikhon Mehroin

Instructor

Nikhon spent a lot of his childhood flying between Vancouver and Toronto which sparked his interest in aviation. Unsure of his career path, he decided to listen to his family’s advice and take a familiarization flight. since then he has been inseparable from aircraft and loves to help others achieve their dreams in aviation.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R
  • Mountain Check Ride

Niklas Botte

Instructor

Aviation is more than just learning to fly airplanes. Becoming a pilot will teach you many lessons about yourself and help you grow as a person. I hope to be a mentor and coach to my students and look forward to making your time at PFC valuable, safe and fun.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R
  • Cessna 172SP G1000
  • Mountain Check Ride
Wally Lee pilot instructor

Wally Lee

Multi IFR Instructor

I was born and raised in South Korea. Over the years I have worked for airports located in Korea and Canada, but my dream was to be a pilot. Pacific Flying Club made my dream come true, as I finished my PPL, CPL, Multi, IFR and Instructor rating at PFC. I hope I can be the one to help you become the professional pilot you dream to be.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R
  • Cessna 172SP G1000
  • Mountain Check Ride
Stefan Markovic

Stefan Markovic

Instructor

Whether it was arguing with his younger sister who gets the window seat during commercial flights or plane spotting at YVR, Stefan’s passion was clear from an early age. After combining his love for teaching and flying, Stefan is eager and committed to sharing his love for aviation with his students. No matter the age, it is never too late to learn how to become a safe and confident pilot and immerse yourself in the beauty of flight. Let’s Fly!

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Annika Sun

Instructor

With a mile of runway, the world is at your fingertips. Being a pilot is more than just learning how to operate an aircraft; it is an attitude, a mentality. 

Optimism, dedication, along with a passion for excellence form the foundation on which all great pilots are built. 

If you have that passion and want to attain the gift of flight, Annika is happy to be your guide. She will aid you in reaching your goals and achieving your dreams.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Dana Archer

Instructor

Dana has always enjoyed visiting new places and the different ways to travel to them. Starting with her motorcycle on the streets of Vancouver, then off-roading while living in the Bridge River Valley, flying ended up being a natural next step in her journey. Dana will help you become a safe and effective pilot, treating your training experience as a valuable adventure to greater goals.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Justin De Vos

Multi IFR Instructor

 Justin has had a young start to being a team player and a leader. He has played hockey all his life and even brought his team to an
elite-level championship. Now over the years, he has taught others how to skate and play hockey. However, this has not been his only passion. Justin has loved aerospace since he was 10. The idea of flying, and learning more about aircraft has been a dream for him. So mixing aerospace and teaching is the perfect combination for him.

Justin is excited about making every pilot become the very best they can be. So let’s have an amazing time!

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R
  • Cessna 172SP G1000
  • Mountain Check Ride

Danielle Chetner

Danielle first discovered her love of travel at a young age when she spent 3 months living in France. That love for travel lead her to Air Canada where she has spent the last 7 years working as a flight attendant. Danielle has loved learning to fly and is eager to help you meet your aviation goals. 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Eric Joly

Anyone can fly an airplane but I’ll strive to make you a great pilot. I look forward to sharing my passion for aviation with you and helping you reach your goals. 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Kianna Darbyshire

Kianna’s passion for aviation started quite young. Seeing her mom in the industry, she knew she wanted to become a pilot since she was 12. Through this time, she experienced various leadership and coaching positions playing a variety of sports, including competing at the World Kendo Championships. Her goal is to combine her coaching and piloting experience to help students become confident, safe, and proficient pilots, while most importantly, having a great time! 

 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

William Htoo

Instructor 

 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Roberto Hidalgo

Instructor 

 

 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Trent Martyn

I am passionate about flying and enjoy sharing my passion with others through instructing. I enjoy exploring BC and everything it has to offer from the ground and sky.

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Nitin Bajwa

Instructor 

 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Thomas Heo

Instructor 

 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R

Yasmeen Parhar

Instructor 

 

Approved Check Rides:

  • Cessna 152
  • Cessna 172
  • Cessna 172R