Radek Wyrzykowski
Presenter
Radek Wyrzykowski Born in Poland, Radek Wyrzykowski immigrated to the United States in 1983 after he contributed mightily to the movement for a free Poland and endured imprisonment as a result. He earned his professional pilot degree at SUNY Albany-Mohawk Valley and has since provided more than 6,000 instructional hours exercising CFI and MEI privileges. He has served as Chief Flight Instructor for two different training institutions and has served as a contributor to the Polish aviation magazine PILOT Club. Radek founded the IMC Club and served as its president until its acquisition by the Experimental Aircraft Association, where he then served as Senior Program Manager of Flight Proficiency Programs until 2022. Most recently, Radek published the book Becoming a CFI in 2021 and founded the Pilot Proficiency Network in early 2022. Host Biography:
RADEK WYRZYKOWSKI - Presenter
Born in Poland, Radek immigrated to the United States in 1983 after he contributed mightily to the movement for a free Poland and endured imprisonment as a result. He earned his professional pilot degree at SUNY Albany-Mohawk Valley and has since provided more than 6,000 instructional hours exercising CFI and MEI privileges. He has served as Chief Flight Instructor for two different training institutions and has served as a contributor to the Polish aviation magazine PILOT Club. Radek founded the IMC Club and served as its president until its acquisition by the Experimental Aircraft Association, where he then served as Senior Program Manager of Flight Proficiency Programs until 2022. Most recently, Radek published the book Becoming a CFI in 2021 and founded the Pilot Proficiency Network in early 2022.
Karen Kalishek
Host
Karen Kalishek Title: “Becoming a CFI”
Description:
Earning your CFI certificate is one thing, but becoming a truly professional and successful teacher is another altogether. After earning your certificate, it takes a deep understanding and different attitude to "become a CFI." Whether you are an experienced CFI, someone who just joined the flight instruction profession, or are simply considering joining it, veteran aviation educator Radek Wyrzykowski will share his experience and knowledge related to becoming a true aviation teacher. This webinar is not about regulations and requirements, but rather is about what it takes to be the best and succeed. Presenter Biography:
Karen Kalishek, the NAFI Board Chair, is an independent CFI for private flight instructor powered and glider candidates, in a range of aircraft including J-3 Cubs and Cirrus. She is a Major in the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), serving as a volunteer CFI, G1000 instructor, check pilot, mission pilot, cadet orientation pilot, and is an officer for safety, aerospace education, public affairs, and special flight release. She serves as a member of the WINGS Industry Advisory Committee, COPA, and is active in several other aviation organizations. Karen is the 2019 National FAASTeam Representative of the year.
KAREN KALISHEK - Host Karen is the NAFI Board Chair, a Designated Pilot Examiner, three-time NAFI Master Instructor, CFI, CFII, MEI, CFI-G, AGI, IGI, FAA Gold Seal Instructor and FAASTeam Lead Representative. She teaches in a range of aircraft and enjoys flying her own RV6. Karen is a Major in the Civil Air Patrol (CAP), serves as a member of the WINGS Industry Network, contributes to the FAA Surface Safety Group, is an FAA Safety Team Lead Representative, and is active in several other aviation organizations. Karen is the 2019 National FAASTeam Representative of the year.
She became active in aviation after success as a senior VP in the banking sector, as graduate school professor, and as President of her own international consulting business.
