Dave became interested in flying by attending air shows.  He started to fly May 1983 in a Cessna 152.  While going to college full time and working part time he earned his private pilot license.  Then after finishing a degree he continued to learn flying by earning his instrument rating.  A friend talked him into getting his commercial pilot license and becoming a certified flight instructor.  Dave specialized in instructing tail wheel transitions.  That has brought many great friends over the years with some funny stories.