Gabriel Malate

Background

About Gabriel Malate

With over 1,700 total flight hours and more than 600 hours of dual instruction given, I bring a disciplined, analytical approach to pilot training—grounded in operational experience and technical depth. My aviation background spans tactical helicopter missions as a Naval aviator to advanced multi-engine instruction in the civilian sector, all reinforced by a systems-oriented mindset shaped through graduate-level aerospace engineering study. I have flown in a wide range of environments, from high-density airspace to remote backcountry strips, adapting seamlessly to the mission at hand. Whether teaching steep turns or managing jump operations in a Grand Caravan, I emphasize precision, situational awareness, and sound judgment. My goal is simple: train pilots to fly smart, fly safe, and always keep learning. Flight Experience & Credentials Total Time: 1,700 hours Pilot in Command (PIC): hours Fixed-Wing PIC: 750 hours Fixed-Wing Multi-Engine: 160 hours Fixed-Wing Turbine: 120 hours Night: 330 hours Dual Given (Instruction): 600 hours Certifications: Airline Transport Pilot, Multi-Engine Land CFI: Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL), Multi-Engine Land (AMEL), Instrument Commercial: ASEL, Rotorcraft-Helicopter Additional Qualifications: FAA First-Class Medical FCC Restricted Radio Operator's License