Nicolas Cifuentes
Pilot • Instructor Pilot
Flight Experience & Aircraft
3 type ratings • 1,615 total hours
Total Hours
1,615
Multi-Engine Hours
470
Jet Hours
455
Turboprop Hours
0
Type Ratings
LEAR 70/75
Training date: Apr 2026
Training facility: CAE Dallas
CHALLENGER 350
Training date: Sep 2024
Training facility: CAE Dallas
300 hours in type
CE750
Training date: Sep 2023
Training facility: CAE Dallas
150 hours in type
Certificates & Qualifications
ATP - Airplane Multiengine Land
Issued May 2026
FAA First Class Medical
Issued Apr 2026
Expires Apr 2027
CFII - Certified Flight Instructor Instrument
Issued May 2026
Work Experience
Instructor Pilot - Lear 75
CAE
Deliver simulator and ground-based training for initial and recurrent programs, assessing pilot proficiency, ensuring adherence to FAA standards, company procedures, and client-specific requirements. Conduct comprehensive pre- and post-flight briefings, serving as a subject matter expert supporting course development and training standardization.
First Officer
Vista America
Operated Part 135 on-demand flights for high-net-worth clientele, applying CRM principles to ensure safe, efficient, and customer-focused operations. Maintained a safe and efficient operation of the aircraft in accordance with all Federal Aviation Regulations and manufacturer limitations.
Check Instructor
Paragon Flight
Developed and delivered tailored ground and flight training lessons for initial certifications and advanced pilot ratings. Conducted progress checks to student pilots, ensuring adherence to aviation regulations and certification standards.
Noncommission Officer
U.S. Air Force
Team lead overseeing the development, operation, and global distribution of large-scale, high-value material activities through automated integrated logistics systems, supporting government agencies worldwide.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science
Liberty University
Profile Overview
1,615
Total Flight Hours
3
Aircraft Types
11
Years Experience
Personal Interests
Soccer
Hiking