Amy Hoover Named National CFI of the Year

Backcountry pilot, aviation professor honored for more than 30 years of flying and teaching.

Meg Godlewski

Thursday, March 24, 2022 at 11:40 AM ET

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Amy Hoover has been flying for more than 30 years. [YouTube Screenshot: Central Washington University]

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Amy Hoover, a backcountry pilot and professor at Central Washington University, has been named the 2022 National Certified Flight Instructor of the Year.
With over 30 years of flying and 19 years of teaching, Hoover specializes in tailwheel and mountain flying, authoring curricula and a book on the subject.
Her aviation career began after working as a field geologist, combining her love for teaching with a passion for flying ignited by the need to access remote backcountry areas.
Hoover is highly regarded for her exceptional dedication to students, safety-first approach, and profound passion for aviation education, earning outstanding evaluations.

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Amy Hoover, backcountry pilot, author and professor at Central Washington University in Ellensburg has been named 2022 National Certified Flight Instructor of the Year.

The award is bestowed by the FAA and the General Aviation Awards Industry Board. Every year the General Aviation Awards recognize the top certificated flight instructor, aviation technician, and FAA Safety Team Representative of the year. The honorees are nominated by their peers.