One thing that no amount of training can teach is experience. And Johan and Monica have A LOT of experience teaching people how to fly helicopters. Time and again, their experience has proven invaluable to me as a I have gone through the training of becoming a CFI. I highly recommend USA Academy of Aviation to anyone interested in learning to fly helicopters!

Ryan McCoy, CFI

As an Airline Transport Pilot who flies private jets throughout North and Central America, I have dealt with many aviation organizations. I know from first hand experience that USA Academy of Aviation is a true first class flight school. The instructors, Johan and Monica, are genuine and kind. Their quality and quantity of instruction is, by far, the best in the industry.

Kevin Elardo

USA ACADEMY IS ONE OF THE BEST HELICOPTER INSTRUCTIONAL SCHOOLS AROUND. JOHAN AND MONICA HAVE DEVELOPED A VERY EFFECTIVE TRAINING PROGRAM TO HELP GET YOU YOUR PRIVATE, COMMERCIAL AND CFI HELICOPTER LICENSE IN RECORD TIME, AND NEVER COMPROMISING THE MOST IMPORTANT THING SAFETY. WITH MORE THAN 10,000 HRS OF HELICOPTER FLIGHT TIME EACH, I KNOW IM IN THE BEST OF HANDS WHEN FLYING WITH THEM. THANK YOU VERY MUCH JOHAN AND MONICA FOR MAKING THIS POSSIBLE.

SINCERELY YOUR STUDENT PAUL

Flying with Johan in gusty canyons, high altitudes, and desert heat has taught me so much about real world helicopter flying. He truly has a passion for teaching and is continually showing me new techniques that expand my skill and understanding.

Todd Bohlman, Commercial Pilot Student

USA Academy of Aviation was and still is the best Helicopter Flight school in Southern California. I still remember the many laughs we endured while you were teaching me you're flying skills while at other times we were just peacefully cruising around enjoying the many warm summer sunsets ( doors off ) in and around French Valley Airport. I dare anyone who is brave enough to fly with Johan Nurmi the Autorotation Specialist you will never forget the experience of a lifetime with one of the best pilots I have ever flown with.! Johan & Monica are one of a kind pilots and the best of friends to me and wherever you might or going it was truly an honor to fly with you... I will always remember F70.

Best Always Mario De Bois

I feel fortunate to have found a very skilled and passionate couple of people to give me the skills I needed to fly helicopters,me my family and friends thank you. Johan and Monica together with over 9000 hours logged in helicopters, gold seal instructors and Johan with three world records can't say enough about how good these people really are. USA academy in French Valley was very convenient as well. Plenty of places they will take you for you're training to develop the skills needed to handle about and situation you will encounter when you need it most. Your student and friend,

Your student and friend, Roy Sciortino, ARS

Johan and Monica show you the real world of helicopters, not just what you need to pass a test, they prepare you for real emergencies and real problems you might face while flying! They are simply the best there is. The best ground school covering every single thing! And the most exciting and educational flying, from mountain training to just flying around the airport you cant beat what they give you!
Thanks Johan and Monica

Travis Reid - Private Pilot

When looking for a flight school to begin my flight training and career as a helicopter pilot i found no other flight school or CFI with comparable experience as I found here at USA Academy of Aviation with Johan and Monica. Not only are Johan and Monica excellent, professional pilots with a talent for teaching but it is also their passion to instruct others to be more than just a competent pilot. I tell everyone I know who are interested in a new career to come check out USA Academy, they don't know what they're missing.

Tyler Kim - Student Pilot

I had the pleasure and the thrill of being a student with the USA Academy of Aviation. The education I got was outstanding. Both Johan and Monica are outstanding teachers and the education you will receive will surpass any other school. The training is thorough and complete. I would recommend USA Academy of Aviation to anyone who is considering learning to fly a helicopter.

Marianne L. Parker Rocking M Ranch Paint and Quarter Horses & Tortoise Rescue Winchester, CA

Congratulation on your record breaking flight! I have read an article about your success. I found it in the AOPA magazine that I subscribe. I was surprised at the Two student pilot and one private pilot with you were flying R44 for the trip. Also, I realized again Johan is a strong man. I can't stay awake 70 hours. Congratulation!!!

Masato and Junko

I am a graduate of the French Valley Academy of Aviation. I was already a private fixed wing pilot with nearly 2000 hours with multi engine, instrument, and float plane ratings. I found my training to be of the best quality I have received anywhere. I trained straight through to commercial helicopter and now have accrued nearly 400 hours in less than a year. Johan is a great instructor and made me feel safe and competent. Monica provides the finest ground school I have ever attended. As a result I passed all my check rides with flying colors and complements from the examiner. I would recommend Johan and Monica to anyone who wants to become a safe and competent helicopter pilot.

Robert Lotter

Johan and Monica are not only outstanding pilots but are also great teachers as well. Their attention to detail and safety have helped me in so many ways. I feel that I could handle any emergency without hesitation as well as the sometimes confusing world of airspace and control towers. After landing on a helipad at LAX, the rest of the airports seem relatively easy. I know that I will have them to thank for my future career as a helicopter pilot. They really do go above and beyond to create excellent pilots.

Shawn Private Pilot