GreyCat Aviation

GreyCat Aviation is a flight training company based at Hampton Roads Executive Airport in Chesapeake, Virginia. The business offers instruction for pilots who want to earn new certificates or improve their existing skills. Training is available in both single engine and multi engine airplanes. The company welcomes students with all levels of experience.

The company specializes in tailwheel training. Students can earn a tailwheel endorsement or complete a biannual flight review in a classic open cockpit aircraft. The school also offers Stearman checkouts and local lessons in the Hampton Roads area. This training helps pilots master the challenge of flying conventional gear airplanes.

The flight school provides instruction for several certificate levels. These include Sport, Private, Instrument, Commercial, and ATP certificates. Pilots can train in the schools aircraft or in their own personal airplanes. The company also conducts instrument proficiency checks for pilots who need to regain their instrument currency.

The training fleet includes a 1941 Piper J 5A Cub Cruiser and a 1943 Boeing PT 17 Stearman. The Piper J 5A is a pre war design built for training and utility. It is a larger and more powerful version of the famous Piper J 3 Cub. The Boeing PT 17 Stearman is an iconic World War II era open cockpit trainer. Its simple and rugged design makes it a true pilot maker.

The owner and operator holds multiple advanced ratings. These include Gold Seal Certified Flight Instructor, Instrument Instructor, Multi Engine Instructor, Airline Transport Pilot, Mechanic and Inspector, Designated Pilot Examiner, and Support Equipment Specialist. This wide range of qualifications allows the company to offer both flight training and official flight exams.

Both aircraft are fully insured for instruction of pilots with all levels of experience. The company accepts all major credit cards for payment. The business serves the Hampton Roads region including Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Suffolk, and the surrounding Tidewater area of Virginia. Students are asked to call ahead to reserve a flight.

Services

• Tailwheel Training
• Flight Instruction
• Flight Exams
• Military Comp
• Biannual Flight Reviews
• Instrument Proficiency Checks
• Tailwheel Endorsements