From the very first time I met Mike, I saw his dedication to this sport.  His knowledge is vast, and he very generously shares it with us all.  He taught me much and gave me the confidence I needed to get started in this sport.  As a happy new pilot, I can absolutely recommend him for training.

Bjarne Sorensen, Port Byron, IL

Bjarne Sorensen

It was nice to meet you last weekend…always good to put a face to a name. You’ve got a great a place, and the improvements you’re doing will make it that much more enticing to train and fly at your ranch…I am looking forward to visiting again!

I’d like to express to you what a great experience I had training with Rick Hallowes! My wife and I were warmly greeted by Rick upon our arrival at his home. He had all of my equipment, that I would be taking home, laid-out and described the unfamiliar items to me. As you know we got off to a slow start with the broken axle on the quad, but I thoroughly enjoyed the time watching you and the other pilots flying about.

Although I felt my progression was relatively slow (given my past experience with free-flight), Rick was very kind with his patience and diligence. His knowledge and experience on both the equipment and his ability to convey procedures was greatly appreciated. He was able to make the most use of our time with taxiing during the calmer parts of the days and teaching about the equipment and kiting during the windier conditions. Alas, during the final hours I was able to get aloft! What a great time! It took a few minutes to get the feel of a different wing and a motor, but Rick coached me through it with ease. We were able to perform a couple of low level fly-bys and landings before darkness set upon the field. Rick also took several pictures which he has since e-mailed me. Good memories!

Mike Flowers