FLYING Contributor Max Trescott Joins Flight Instructor Hall of Fame

NAFI inducts experienced aviator as its 2026 honoree.

Jack Daleo

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 03:00 PM ET

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Max Trescott is a nationally recognized flight instructor, aviation educator, author, and media host. [Credit: Max Trescott]

Key Takeaways:

Max Trescott, known for hosting the "Aviation News Talk" podcast and contributing to *FLYING* Magazine, has been inducted into the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) Flight Instructor Hall of Fame.
His extensive career includes 50 years of flying, 11,500 hours of dual instruction, and being named the 2008 National Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI) of the Year.
Trescott is highly regarded for his mastery of Cirrus aircraft and Garmin avionics, authoring influential guides such as the G1000 Glass Cockpit Handbook.
Through his roles as an educator, author, and media host, Trescott has made significant contributions to general aviation education and safety.

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The National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI) has inducted Max Trescott, host of the popular Aviation News Talk podcast and regular FLYING Magazine contributor since 2024, into the Flight Instructor Hall of Fame.

Trescott, who has 50 years of flying experience, four airline transport pilot (ATP) certificates, 11,500 hours of dual instruction, and in 2008 earned National Certificated Flight Instructor (CFI) of the Year, was announced as the 2026 Hall of Fame honoree at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, in July. He was officially inducted earlier in August.