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John Thompson, CFII, Master CFI

FAASTeam Lead Representative

For the past nine years, I have been a professional flight instructor. My flight experience includes over 3000 total hours, over 1500 of which have been in instruction. My expertise includes flight instruction, simulator, and ground instruction, and I have taught students from a wide variety of backgrounds.

I consider myself a dedicated and innovative teacher. One of the things I am most proud of is the development of a two-day ground school to allow students with busy schedules to pass their FAA knowledge tests for the private pilot and instrument in only a weekend. My partner and I at Am I High Aviation have also recently introduced a successful accelerated instrument and private pilot course.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

John Howard THOMPSON, Master CFI             ( Initial: 27Feb08 )
Plover WI
E-mail:   Razerback@hotmail.com

John H Thompson recently earned his Master CFI accreditation. John is a flight and ground instructor specializing in primary and instrument training at Stevens Point Airport (STE). The co-owner of Am I High Aviation (www.AmIHighAviation.com), he also serves as a FAASTeam representative for the FAA's Milwaukee FSDO.     (Photo attachment: MCFI John Thompson of Plover, WI)
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The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) takes pride in announcing a significant aviation accomplishment on the part of John H Thompson, a flight instructor at Stevens Point and a resident of Plover, WI. Recently, John was accredited as a Master CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor) by NAFI, his professional aviation education association.

To help put these achievements in their proper perspective, there are approximately 91,000 CFIs in the United States. Fewer than 600 of them have achieved that distinction thus far. The last 13 national Flight Instructors of the Year were Master CFIs while John is one of only 14 Wisconsin aviation educators who has earned this prestigious "Master" title. In the words of former FAA Administrator Marion Blakey, "Master Instructor accreditation singles out the best that the right seat has to offer."

The Master Instructor designation is the only industry professional accreditation recognized by the FAA. It is earned by candidates through a rigorous process of continuing professional activity and peer review. Much like a flight instructor's certificate, it must be renewed biennially. This process parallels the continuing education regimen used by other professionals to enhance their knowledge base while increasing their professionalism. Simply put, the Master Instructor designation is a means by which to identify those outstanding aviation educators, those "Teachers of Flight," who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to excellence, professional growth, and service to the aviation community.

Earning this designation is tantamount to having the words summa cum laude emblazoned on an instructor's certificate. These Masters truly represent the crème de la crème of our industry! To publicly recognize these individuals and their noteworthy accomplishments, NAFI will be hosting its "Meet the Masters" breakfasts, to which John will be invited, during EAA's AirVenture in Oshkosh and Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland. Any support that can be provided will be appreciated.

NAFI is dedicated to providing support and recognition for America's aviation educators while helping them raise and maintain their level of professionalism. It is also committed to providing a safe and effective learning environment for student pilots. The Association was founded in 1967 and affiliated with EAA in 1995.

Please feel free to disseminate this information. Questions regarding the Master Instructor program may be directed to 303-485-8136 or NAFIMasters@aol.com   Additional information is available at http://www.NAFIMasters.org/ and www.NAFInet.org

G Alexander "Sandy" Hill, MCFI
Phone: 303-485-8136
Vice President, Dir of Education
Nat'l Association of Flight Instructors
www.NAFIMasters.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FAA approves John Thompson as FAA Safety Team Representative

The Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team program advances aviation safety in Stevens Point

Stevens Point, Wisconsin. February 20, 2007 -- Am I High Aviation, LLC , a professional accelerated aviation training center, today announced the approval of John Thompson as an FAA Safety Team Representative (FAASteam.

John Thompson, Chief Flight Instructor with Am I High Aviation, LLC, was approved to act as a FAASTeam Lead Representative for the Stevens Point area aviation community. Thompson has 3000 total flight hours with 1500 hours providing flight instruction. He is an active member with the following aviation organizations: National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI), Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Unitied States Air Force Auxiliary, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Experimental Aircraft Associaiton (EAA).

Flight Standards Service is a world leader in aviation safety supporting the goal to have the safest aviation system in the world. With new technology, the Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team (FAASTeam), newly launched in October 2006, can now bring safety resources, programs and seminars to the local level.

Accident reduction is the ultimate goal. With data mining/analysis now available using the Web-Based-Data-Mart and distributing that information to a highly skilled and motivated team, the FAASteam is prioritizing safety resources by risks specific to each region. Thompson will work closely with FAASteam to continue to encourage the growth of a positive aviation safety culture. "This is an exciting opportunity for John Thompson, Am I High Aviation, LLC and the Stevens Point Area Aviation Community." Mike Pinney, Airport Manager, Stevens Point Municipal Airport.

In 2005, partnering with Wanda Zuege, Am I High Aviation, LLC was created to provide accelerated flight training opportunities for the Stevens Point community and surrounding areas. Thompson and Zuege developed an accelerated Weekend Ground School that allows customers with busy schedules to pass the Private Pilot and Instrument FAA knowledge test in just 2 days; an accelerated 14 day course for the Instrument rating and a 30 day course for the Private Pilot License. See website for more details www.amihighaviation.com, or call 715-252-3326.

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	Click here: Graduates & Testimonials from Flight Training Click here: Graduates & Testimonials from Weekend Ground School John Thompson, CFII, Master CFI FAASTeam Lead Representative For the past nine years, I have been a professional flight instructor. My flight experience includes over 3000 total hours, over 1500 of which have been in instruction. My expertise includes flight instruction, simulator, and ground instruction, and I have taught students from a wide variety of backgrounds. I consider myself a dedicated and innovative teacher. One of the things I am most proud of is the development of a two-day ground school to allow students with busy schedules to pass their FAA knowledge tests for the private pilot and instrument in only a weekend. My partner and I at Am I High Aviation have also recently introduced a successful accelerated instrument and private pilot course. *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* John Howard THOMPSON, Master CFI ( Initial: 27Feb08 ) Plover WI E-mail: Razerback@hotmail.com John H Thompson recently earned his Master CFI accreditation. John is a flight and ground instructor specializing in primary and instrument training at Stevens Point Airport (STE). The co-owner of Am I High Aviation (*www.AmIHighAviation.com), he also serves as a FAASTeam representative for the FAA's Milwaukee FSDO. (Photo attachment: MCFI John Thompson of Plover, WI)* _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) takes pride in announcing a significant aviation accomplishment on the part of John H Thompson, a flight instructor at Stevens Point and a resident of Plover, WI. Recently, John was accredited as a Master CFI (Certificated Flight Instructor) by NAFI, his professional aviation education association. To help put these achievements in their proper perspective, there are approximately 91,000 CFIs in the United States. Fewer than 600 of them have achieved that distinction thus far. The last 13 national Flight Instructors of the Year were Master CFIs while John is one of only 14 Wisconsin aviation educators who has earned this prestigious "Master" title. In the words of former FAA Administrator Marion Blakey, "Master Instructor accreditation singles out the best that the right seat has to offer." The Master Instructor designation is the only industry professional accreditation recognized by the FAA. It is earned by candidates through a rigorous process of continuing professional activity and peer review. Much like a flight instructor's certificate, it must be renewed biennially. This process parallels the continuing education regimen used by other professionals to enhance their knowledge base while increasing their professionalism. Simply put, the Master Instructor designation is a means by which to identify those outstanding aviation educators, those "Teachers of Flight," who have demonstrated an ongoing commitment to excellence, professional growth, and service to the aviation community. Earning this designation is tantamount to having the words summa cum laude emblazoned on an instructor's certificate. These Masters truly represent the crème de la crème of our industry! To publicly recognize these individuals and their noteworthy accomplishments, NAFI will be hosting its "Meet the Masters" breakfasts, to which John will be invited, during EAA's AirVenture in Oshkosh and Sun 'n Fun in Lakeland. Any support that can be provided will be appreciated. NAFI is dedicated to providing support and recognition for America's aviation educators while helping them raise and maintain their level of professionalism. It is also committed to providing a safe and effective learning environment for student pilots. The Association was founded in 1967 and affiliated with EAA in 1995. Please feel free to disseminate this information. Questions regarding the Master Instructor program may be directed to 303-485-8136 or *NAFIMasters@aol.com* Additional information is available at *http://www.NAFIMasters.org/* and *www.NAFInet.org* G Alexander "Sandy" Hill, MCFI Phone: 303-485-8136 Vice President, Dir of Education Nat'l Association of Flight Instructors *www.NAFIMasters.org* *FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE* FAA approves John Thompson as FAA Safety Team Representative The Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team program advances aviation safety in Stevens Point Stevens Point, Wisconsin. February 20, 2007 -- Am I High Aviation, LLC , a professional accelerated aviation training center, today announced the approval of John Thompson as an FAA Safety Team Representative (FAASteam. John Thompson, Chief Flight Instructor with Am I High Aviation, LLC, was approved to act as a FAASTeam Lead Representative for the Stevens Point area aviation community. Thompson has 3000 total flight hours with 1500 hours providing flight instruction. He is an active member with the following aviation organizations: National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI), Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Unitied States Air Force Auxiliary, Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), and the Experimental Aircraft Associaiton (EAA). Flight Standards Service is a world leader in aviation safety supporting the goal to have the safest aviation system in the world. With new technology, the Federal Aviation Administration Safety Team (FAASTeam), newly launched in October 2006, can now bring safety resources, programs and seminars to the local level. Accident reduction is the ultimate goal. With data mining/analysis now available using the Web-Based-Data-Mart and distributing that information to a highly skilled and motivated team, the FAASteam is prioritizing safety resources by risks specific to each region. Thompson will work closely with FAASteam to continue to encourage the growth of a positive aviation safety culture. "This is an exciting opportunity for John Thompson, Am I High Aviation, LLC and the Stevens Point Area Aviation Community." Mike Pinney, Airport Manager, Stevens Point Municipal Airport. In 2005, partnering with Wanda Zuege, Am I High Aviation, LLC was created to provide accelerated flight training opportunities for the Stevens Point community and surrounding areas. Thompson and Zuege developed an accelerated Weekend Ground School that allows customers with busy schedules to pass the Private Pilot and Instrument FAA knowledge test in just 2 days; an accelerated 14 day course for the Instrument rating and a 30 day course for the Private Pilot License. See website for more details www.amihighaviation.com, or call 715-252-3326.