Right Seat Reports

Right Seat Reports is where flight instruction meets real-world aviation.

I’m Steven, a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII/MEI) based in Rochester, MN, sharing lessons, insights, and experiences from the right seat. Whether you’re a student pilot, an aspiring instructor, or building hours toward the airlines, you’ll find honest instruction, practical tips, and behind-the-scenes looks at the life of a CFI.

Beyond the cockpit, we’ll explore the future of aviation careers — from regional and major airlines to corporate, cargo, and charter flying. I’ll share what it takes to reach each path, how to find your first flying job, and what opportunities exist across the industry.

From ground lessons and flight demos to career advice and debriefs, Right Seat Reports brings you closer to what it’s really like to teach, learn, and grow in today’s aviation world.

Learn. Fly. Teach. Build Your Future.