Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Classic Aviation, Inc. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](http://flyclassicaviation.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Blog](http://flyclassicaviation.com/blog/) - [Parts Specialist](http://flyclassicaviation.com/parts-specialist/) - Check out more about our parts specialist opening - [Avionics Installer](http://flyclassicaviation.com/avionics-installer/) - Check out more about our Avionics installer position - [A&P Position](http://flyclassicaviation.com/ap-position/) - Check out our A&P openings - [Flight Breakfast breaks all the records](http://flyclassicaviation.com/classic-aviation-is-fully-staffed-for-all-your-flight-training-needs/) - Well the numbers are in and the 2018 Tulip Time Flight Breakfast was a record breaker in every way. We want to say thanks to the following: The Pella United Methodist Church for delivering another phenomenal breakfast, the Iowa Aviation Heritage Museum for bringing their PX to the event, the City of Pella for its - [Line Service Professional](http://flyclassicaviation.com/line-service-professional/) - Classic Aviation is looking for part-time line service professionals. We offer a dynamic and professional work atmosphere that exposes our line service professionals to the rewarding world of aviation. Line Service Professional Part-time, hourly pay Job Summary/Purpose: The line service professional is crucial to operations at Classic Aviation. From fueling and cleaning aircraft to lawn - [Classic Aviation's Fuel Prices are at their lowest since 2010!](http://flyclassicaviation.com/classic-aviations-fuel-prices-are-at-their-lowest-since-2010/) - Just in time for spring our Fuel Prices are at their lowest since 2010! We appreciate your business! - [Alex Ritter](http://flyclassicaviation.com/alex-ritter/) - Alex is a licensed A&P at Classic. He graduated from Moody's Aviation program in Spokane, WA. He is a third generation pilot, he holds his private pilot's license. He enjoys tail wheel flying, snowboarding, and cycling. He resides in Pella. - [Commercial Aerial Photography](http://flyclassicaviation.com/aerial-photography/) - Classic Aviation is able to provide aerial photography for farm and commercial properties. Contact us to learn more about our Aerial Photography service. - [Turbine Charter](http://flyclassicaviation.com/turbine-charter/) - [Fuel Prices are back under $5 per Gallon](http://flyclassicaviation.com/fuel-prices-are-back-under-5-per-gallon/) - Fuel prices are back under $5 per gallon for the first time in nearly 3 years. We appreciate your business, which keeps our volume up, and helps us keep our prices as low as possible! We hope to see you at the pumps soon! - [The Runway is now open](http://flyclassicaviation.com/the-runway-is-now-open/) - Effective Thursday October 2 the runway is now open! Thanks to great support from the City of Pella, a great local contractor, and a great engineering firm the 2014 concrete repair project was finished ahead of schedule. Thanks for your understanding during the closure, please come see us soon! - [The Pella Municipal Airport is Closed 9/15/14 through 10/6/14 for repairs.](http://flyclassicaviation.com/the-pella-municipal-airport-is-closed-from-september-15-through-october-6th-for-concrete-repairs/) - [Test Post](http://flyclassicaviation.com/test-post/) - This is just a test. - [Cirrus Flight Training](http://flyclassicaviation.com/cirrus-flight-training/) - Classic Aviation is proud to part of the exclusive Cirrus Flight Training Centers. Learn how to fly with one of the best safety features in the sky today. - [Learn to Fly!](http://flyclassicaviation.com/learn-to-fly/) - See how easy it can be to earn your pilot's license. Classic Aviation is available to provide training and certification for you to be able to reach your goals. - [Pilot Service](http://flyclassicaviation.com/pilot-service/) - [Aircraft Rental](http://flyclassicaviation.com/aircraft-rental/) - [Aircraft Maintenance](http://flyclassicaviation.com/aircraft-maintenance/) ## Pages - [Welcome to Classic Aviation, Inc.!](http://flyclassicaviation.com/) - Classic Aviation, Inc. provides professional flight instruction, aircraft maintenance, charter services, & corporate flight dept support in central Iowa. - [Maintenance](http://flyclassicaviation.com/maintenance/) - Four FAA certified technicians are available full-time to provide maintenance on a variety of single and multi-engine aircraft. Our technicians have completed such training as Cirrus Design's AvMx Training, TCM Aviation Technician Advanced Training program, and Flight Safety® Citation Maintenance Training. - [Flight Instruction](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/) - FAA certified Flight Instructors are available to provide instruction from private to advanced pilot training. Fleet includes: 1 Cessna 172s, a Cessna 177RG, a Piper J-3 Cub, an American Champion Citabria, a Beech Duchess, and a Cirrus® SR20 GTS are available for your flight training needs - [Jakob Roth](http://flyclassicaviation.com/jakob-roth/) - Jakob is a CFII and MEI at Classic Aviation. He found his love for flying while in college for engineering at Iowa State. In his free time, Jakob enjoys flying, boating, and working in his garage. - [Learn to Fly](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/learn-to-fly/) - Meet your aviation goals with Classic Aviation, whether business or pleasure, training for an aviation career or adding a rating. - [Instructors](http://flyclassicaviation.com/cirrus/instructors/) - Classic Aviation became a Cirrus Flight Training Center in 2005. Classic Aviation instructor (Shane Vande Voort) provide transition/recurrent training in the SR-series aircraft. - [Tailwheel Endorsement](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/tailwheel-endorsement/) - Classic Aviation's experienced tailwheel instructors provide tailwheel endorsements in a 1946 Piper J3 Cub. The course takes about ten hours to complete, relating the experience and skills that it takes to operate a tailwheel aircraft safely. - [Private Pilot Certification](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/private-pilot-certification/) - A private pilot license provides the privilege of being able to operate a variety of aircraft day or night in the national airspace system. - [Classic Staff](http://flyclassicaviation.com/classic-staff/) - Shane Vande Voort Shelly Sample Craig Stephens Andrew Van Gorp - [About Us](http://flyclassicaviation.com/about-us/) - Learn about the employees at Classic Aviation and their individual roles in the company. - [Andrew Van Gorp](http://flyclassicaviation.com/andrew-van-gorp/) - Andrew is an experienced line service agent with nearly five years at Classic, his keen eye for detail ensures both safety and seamless operations for customers and crew alike. When he's not on the ramp, Andrew enjoys spending time fishing or fourwheeling in the great Iowa outdoors. - [Maintenance](http://flyclassicaviation.com/cirrus/maintenance/) - Classic Aviation is a full-service Cirrus Authorized Service Center with the ability to provide total care of your Cirrus aircraft, including: Cirrus CAPS system overhaul, Cirrus structural repair and PPG trained paint repair. - [Issac Williamson](http://flyclassicaviation.com/issac-williamson/) - Isaac is a mechanic at Classic Aviation and is currently pursuing his A&P certificate. His aviation journey began in 2019, and he holds a private pilot license with a tailwheel endorsement. Isaac's next goal is to earn his instrument rating. Outside of aviation, he enjoys playing guitar, serving at his church, and spending time - [Kurtis Doty](http://flyclassicaviation.com/kurtis-doty/) - Kurtis graduated from Indian Hills with his degree in Aviation Maintenance. He holds an A&P certificate. Kurtis is also a private pilot who is hopes to start his instrument rating soon. Kurtis and his wife Megan live by Knoxville with their three children. - [Shane Vande Voort](http://flyclassicaviation.com/about-us/shane-vande-voort/) - Shane is the owner of Classic Aviation, a CFII, MEI, A&P, IA, and an ATP rated pilot, a Master CFI, and a designated Pilot Examiner for the Des Moines FSDO. Shane provides pilot service, flight instruction, and maintenance for Classic Aviation. - [Grant Vandevoorde](http://flyclassicaviation.com/grant-vandevoorde/) - [Shannon Spears](http://flyclassicaviation.com/shannon-spears/) - Shannon was born and raised in southeast Iowa where he honed his hard work and dedication working on the family farm. After his time in the US ARMY he attained a bachelors of science from Western Kentucky University in 2018. After the advent of COVID Shannon found employment as a Full Time Commercial UAS Operator - [Jacob O'Connor](http://flyclassicaviation.com/jacob-oconnor/) - Jacob is a dedicated CFII and MEI at Classic Aviation . Jacobs lifelong dream of becoming a pilot makes him a valuable mentor for aspiring pilots of all ages. When he’s not in the sky, Jacob enjoys refereeing high school and college sporting event and he also enjoys cheering on the Cyclones. - [Cirrus ® Authorized Service Center](http://flyclassicaviation.com/maintenance/cirrus-authorized-service-center/) - Cirrus Maintenance Proper maintenance of your aircraft is important to your traveling safety and reliability. When looking for a maintenance provider, you should be looking to develop a relationship with a group that will be a partner in the ongoing maintenance of your aircraft, not just a place to drop the aircraft off once or - [Aircraft Sales](http://flyclassicaviation.com/aircraft-sales/) - N6552V For more photos Click here For more information Shane@flyclassicaviation.com - [Aircraft Rental](http://flyclassicaviation.com/aircraft-rental/) - Classic Aviation offers a diverse fleet of rental aircraft for our customers training, travel, and recreational flying needs, including: Skyhawks, a Beech Bonanza, a J3 Cub, a Citabria Explorer, a Cirrus SR20 GTS, and a Beech Duchess. - [Rent a Cirrus](http://flyclassicaviation.com/cirrus/rent-a-cirrus/) - Rent a Cirrus SR20 GTS from Classic Aviation. The SR20 GTS offers the latest in performance, safety and comfort whether you are flying for business or pleasure. - [Shelly Sample](http://flyclassicaviation.com/shelly-sample/) - Shelly is fairly new to aviation, joining the Classic team in the summer of 2022. She enjoys meeting the pilots, passengers, and crew. There are so many things to glean and learn from the people who pass through the airport. She delights in supporting the staff and customers at Classic. Family is a blessing that - [Multi-Engine Rating](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/multiple-engine-rating/) - Classic Aviation utilizes a Beech 76 Duchess for training. Multi-engine training must be professional and efficient to complete the training without wasted time. - [Charter Services](http://flyclassicaviation.com/turbine-charter/) - Coming Soon! - [Cirrus ®](http://flyclassicaviation.com/cirrus/) - As a member of the exclusive group of Cirrus Flight Training Centers, Classic Aviation is proud to offer a SR20 GTS for instruction and rental. - [Pilot Service](http://flyclassicaviation.com/pilot-service/) - Our staff provides pilot service in Cirrus and Beech single and light twin aircraft as well as the Beechjet, Beech Premier, Embraer Phenom 100 and 300, Learjet 45 and TBM 850. - [Contact Us](http://flyclassicaviation.com/contact-us/) - Classic Aviation, Inc. is located at 501 West 15th Street in Pella, Iowa. Call 641-628-9393. - [Avionics](http://flyclassicaviation.com/maintenance/avionics/) - Classic Aviation Avionics Services Pitot Static and Transponder Inspection and Avionics Installation Classic Aviation holds an FAA Limited Radio and Instrument Repair Station Certificate and offers FAR 91.411 and 413 pitot static and transponder inspections. Like many of our services, our avionics services has ground out of our desire to serve our customers and provide - [Cirrus Flight Training](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/cirrus-flight-training/) - Classic Aviation is a Cirrus Flight Training Center® and Classic Aviation instructors can provide transition & recurrent training in the SR-series aircraft. - [Aircraft Restoration](http://flyclassicaviation.com/maintenance/aircraft-restoration/) - Classic's Freshly Restored 1946 Aeronca 7AC Champ A view of Classic's restoration shop & Award winning J3C Cub In January 2015, one of Shane's dreams for the Classic shop became a reality. Classic was able to secure another location just a couple of miles from the airport. The space has been coined "the restoration - [General Aviation Maintenance](http://flyclassicaviation.com/maintenance/general-aviation-maintenance/) - General Aviation Maintenance A well-maintained aircraft is important to you and your passengers safety. Our eight FAA certified technicians are available full-time to provide maintenance on a variety of single and multi-engine aircraft. Classic Aviation, Inc. provides quality aircraft maintenance services at our main facility at the Pella Airport. We have a large shop to - [ATP Certification](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/atp-certification/) - Classic Aviation's chief flight instructor holds ATP certification. Classic Aviation provides quality ground & flight instruction to applicants preparing for the ATP Practical test. - [Commercial Pilot Certification](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/commercial-pilot-certification/) - Classic Aviation has a history of graduating quality commercial pilot applicants. Commercial pilot applicants have 250+ hours of total flight time and demonstrate mastery of complex aircraft and systems. - [Business/Pleasure](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/learn-to-fly/businesspleasure/) - Answers to a variety of questions concerning the process and requirements to become licensed as a pilot. - [Megan Vande Voort](http://flyclassicaviation.com/about-us/megan-vande-voort/) - Megan, also known as Shane's better half, can be found around Classic as well. Megan does all of the photography for Classic, her pictures can be found all over the website. She can also be found behind the front counter a day or two a week. She really enjoys working on Classic's marketing, events, and website. She enjoys adventures with her three boys, exercising her camera, and a sweet landing. - [Michael Lossner](http://flyclassicaviation.com/about-us/michael-lossner-2/) - Mike Lossner literally has a lifetime of aviation experience. Mike grew up helping his family rebuild and maintain aircraft at Des Moines North Field Airport—family pictures show him doing fabric work at age 10. Mike learned to fly in his families Meyers OTW biplane and received his private pilot certificate in that same airplane - [Jeff Claypool](http://flyclassicaviation.com/about-us/jeff-claypool/) - Jeff Claypool Jeff is a full time A&P at Classic. He has been happily married for thirty years to his wife Kim, they have a daughter who currently attends Central College. In his spare time, Jeff enjoys spending time with family, anything aviation, and motorcycles. - [Larry Vande Voort](http://flyclassicaviation.com/about-us/larry-vande-voort/) - Larry is a flight instructor and facilities support specialist providing primary, advanced, and tailwheel instruction. His experience makes him a versatile flight instructor. - [Aviation Careers](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/learn-to-fly/aviation-careers/) - Classic Aviation offers flight training for every level, from your private pilot to airline transport pilot certificate. - [Pinch Hitter Training](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/pinch-hitter-training/) - Instructors use AOPA's pinch hitter syllabus to familiarize your flying companion with the cockpit and flight environment to prepare them for the unexpected. - [Instrument Rating](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/instrument-rating/) - Classic Aviation has invested in an Elite Simulations Solutions PI-135 Aviation Training Device, which is an invaluable tool for instrument instruction. - [FAA Checkrides](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/faa-checkrides/) - Shane Vande Voort is the Des Moines FSDO as a Designated Pilot Examiner and can perform a variety of different checkrides. - [CFI & CFII](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/cfi-cfii/) - Classic Aviation has experience in training flight instructors with airplane single-engine, airplane multi-engine, and instrument airplane ratings. - [Aerial Photography](http://flyclassicaviation.com/aerial-photography/) - Classic Aviation is one of the most equipped FBO's in Central Iowa to offer aerial photography. We offer: air-to-air photos of aircraft, farm and commercial property, and the capture of special events from the air. - [Add a Rating](http://flyclassicaviation.com/flight-instruction/learn-to-fly/add-a-rating/) - With four instructors on staff and a fleet of airplanes, we offer flexibility to work with your schedule. Our instructors various aircraft daily and are always ready to incorporate real-world scenarios into your training. - [Links](http://flyclassicaviation.com/cirrus/links/) - Links to helpful Cirrus information. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](http://flyclassicaviation.com/category/uncategorized/) - [Front Page](http://flyclassicaviation.com/category/front-page/) - [Blog](http://flyclassicaviation.com/category/blog/) - [Careers](http://flyclassicaviation.com/category/careers/)