Club Staff

Managing Director: Peter Preston

Peter Preston somehow manages to juggle the everyday concerns of a thriving flying club, whilst ensuring that all who enter the club enjoy a convivial atmosphere. Often found laughing and joking with the staff, club members and guests, you can be assured of a friendly welcome when met by Peter at the club door.

Head Of Training: Danny Doran

Danny is a very experienced instructor and examiner With Danny as your guide, you will receive the kind of solid aviation knowledge that will stand you in good stead for the whole of your flying career. A truly comprehensive instructor.

Chief Flying Instructor: Rodger Filbee

Rodger has been instructing for over 20 years. He currently instructs PPL, IMC, Night, MEP, CPL, and IR and is a PPL Examiner.

Chief Engineer: Mike Hatt

Mike Hatt has a wealth of experience in many fields of expertise. With thousands of flying hours behind him and career dedicated to engineering, he is guaranteed to be able to fix it for you. A very knowledgeable aviator, and steam engine enthusiast. If you ever get tired of talking about flying (unlikely) ask him about his steam ship. Take a look at the web site

http://www.users.globalnet.co.uk/~tidtug

Dept CFI: Paul Griggs

With the best part of his free time over the last ten years Paul Griggs has accumulated nearly 3,200 flying hours. Now an experienced examiner, he still has the same enthusiasm for flying as he did when he was learning all those years ago.

Flying Instructors

Rodger Filbee, Danny Doran, Peter Shorter,
Mark Oates, Peter Holt, Steve White.

These Flying Instructors will take you confidently through your first experiences of flight. They are only too willing to ensure that you thoroughly enjoy your visit to Southend Flying Club

Part time Club Secretary: Annie.