Our Instructors
Brian Power started at Waterford Aero Club in 2004. Brian has flown numerous single engine aircraft and has many ratings including a CFI, MEIR, SEL and a TMG (Touring Motor Glider) rating. Brian has also flown many different turbine aircraft and has over 4000 flying hours. Brian was recently appointed Chief Flying Instructor by Waterford Aero Club and flies both Tecnams and the Warrior on a daily basis. By far, Brian's favourite aircraft to fly is the Cessna 421.
George Roche
Chris is Waterford Aero Club's longest serving flight instructor. Chris received his flight instructor's rating in the UK in 1977. Having gained the rating, he instructed full time at Bourne R.F.C. Chris also holds a Sea Plane and a TMG Rating. Chris, as one of the original members, founded Waterford Aero Club in February 1982 and became Chief Flying Instructor in 1982 and held the title for over 26 years. Chris has over 7600 Hours and has flown many types of single engine aircraft including the Chipmunk, Piston Provost and, his most favourite, the Cessna 210 Centurion.
Paul Hutchinson