Flight Control Failure in the Mountains
So here we are, 2,000’ AGL, 120 KIAS in moderate turbulence over the Rockies. The terrain is seven to eight thousand feet above sea level. We have another twenty miles…

Viper Flight Training is a Hilton Head Island, South Carolina based flight school. The Founder and CEO, Brian Walsh, is an Air National Guard pilot with 2,000 hours in fighter type aircraft and 2,000 hours as a CFII in general aviation aircraft. He has been flying since age twelve and has flown 70 different types of aircraft. Brian brings his passion for flying along with his extensive experience to tailor custom training programs for 10-day instrument rating classes, ATP licenses, and biennial Flight Reviews. Aircraft delivery and pilot/co-pilot services are also available. Please contact us and train with the best!

We specialize in training military pilots to pass their FAA Airline Transport Pilot practical test. Our training is quick and efficient with most students finishing in two days. You can expect one day training and one day for a practical test with an FAA Designated Examiner.
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Spend 10 days on beautiful Hilton Head Island, SC and immerse yourself in a world class training program. At the end of the course you will be instrument rated and well prepared to operate in the IFR system.
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News and Stories from Viper Flight Training • Hilton Head Island, SC
So here we are, 2,000’ AGL, 120 KIAS in moderate turbulence over the Rockies. The terrain is seven to eight thousand feet above sea level. We have another twenty miles…
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