Adrian Maupoint de Vandeul
What You Will Fly
Our students have the advantage of a wide variety of modern training aircraft stationed on our flight line.
Adrian Maupoint de Vandeul Assistant Chief Instructor
PPL · IR · CPL SEL · MEL · CFI · CFII · MEI
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2800+ Flight
Hours -
70+ Students
Check Rides -
8 FAA
Certificates -
7 Aircraft
Types
About the Instructor
Adrian Maupoint de Vandeul is an experienced aviation professional serving as Assistant Chief Instructor at Pelican Flight Training. He provides advanced instruction across a wide range of programs — from Private Pilot License through Multi-Engine Instructor — ensuring every student meets the highest FAA training standards.
With a strong focus on safety, precision, and mentorship, Adrian plays a key role in developing skilled and confident pilots. His extensive experience across multiple aircraft types gives students a uniquely broad perspective on aviation.
With over 2,800 hours of flight time and more than 70 students successfully passed through FAA check rides — from PPL all the way to MEI — Adrian brings deep expertise to every lesson.
FAA Certificates & Ratings
- PPL — Private Pilot License (Airplane Single-Engine Land)
- IR — Instrument Rating
- CPL SEL — Commercial Pilot License, Single-Engine Land
- MEL — Multi-Engine Land Rating
- CFI — Certified Flight Instructor
- CFII — Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument
- MEI — Multi-Engine Instructor
- FAA Part 141 — Approved Flight Instructor
Aircraft Experience
Adrian is current and proficient on the following aircraft types:
Experience Across Airplanes and Helicopters
Adrian brings rare versatility to flight instruction — rated and current on 7 different aircraft types including both fixed-wing and helicopter. From complex singles and multi-engine trainers to the Schweizer 300C helicopter, his range of experience gives students a comprehensive understanding of aviation.
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Position
Assistant Chief Instructor
PPL · IR · CPL
SEL · MEL · CFI
CFII · MEI
Experience
2,800+ flight hours
70+ students — PPL to MEI
7 aircraft types
Aircraft
FAA Flight training programs
FROM ZERO TO AIRLINE PILOT Commercial Pilot License in 10-15 months / Price $68,310 – Pay after visa approval
- FAA 141 approved & ACCSC accredited
- 35+ years of experience
Get Commercial Pilot License based on 2 types of training visas M1/F1:
- M1 Visa programs – Flexible course combinations
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Convert your ICAO / EASA license to FAA and take CFIs courses.
- Get paid to fly and earn back up $54,000 as a certified flight instructor, , and continue building the required hours for airline pilot training at our FAA approved pilot training school.
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Become a CFI and build your flight expirience
Build 1500 hours airline hiring minimums.
- Get paid to fly and earn back up $54,000
- Join US regional airline for 1 year and be sponsored for the Type Rating
- FAA 141 approved & ACCSC accredited
Visa option: F1 – train, work, and gain experience in the USA
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FROM PPL HOLDERS Commercial Pilot License in 10-15 months / Price $58,207 – pay after visa approval
Get Commercial Pilot License based on F1 Visa
- FAA 141 approved & ACCSC accredited
- F1 Visa – Train, work, and build 1,500 hours in the USA
- M1 Visa – Flexible training, return home after completion
- Multi-Engine Add-on and Instructor Ratings available
All Programs airlane and helicopter programs
- FAA part 141 & ACCSC accredited
- Since 1985 – 35+ years of excellence
- From zero experience to airline career
- airplane & helicopter courses for all Levels
- International student visa options (M1/F1)
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Welcome to Pelican Flight Training, Florida's premier flight school offering one of the best training programs for pilots from around the world. We offer a structured program that will take you all the way from private pilot rank to ATP and airline readiness.
In this video, you'll learn what makes our flight school so special — the passion, the professionalism, and the world-class fleet of aircraft used for training. From your first flight to becoming a professional pilot, we will be with you every step of the way.
Take a look right now and see why training at Pelican isn't just about learning — it's about transformation.
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2000+Airplane Private Pilot Certifications
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1500+Airplane Commercial Pilot Certifications
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1500+Airplane Multi-Engine Pilot Certifications
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1000+Airplane Flight Instructor Certifications
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