David Tancak in the cockpit

CFI & CFII  ·  Charles Baker Airport (2M8)  ·  Millington, TN

Your Path
to the Sky
Starts Here

Personalized, student-centered flight training from a CFI who is actively building toward the airlines — and knows exactly what it takes to get there. Whether you're dreaming about flying or ready to earn your ratings — let's make it happen.

David Tancak, CFI — Charles Baker Airport

About Your Instructor

Meet David Tancak

I'm a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI & CFII) based at Charles Baker Airport (2M8) in Millington, TN. I hold a Commercial Pilot certificate with ratings in both single and multi-engine aircraft, and carry a First Class Medical — the same standard required of airline pilots.

Before instructing, I spent a year as a Flight Coordinator at the FedEx World Hub in Memphis, coordinating flight operations for professional pilots worldwide. That experience gave me a deep understanding of real-world, professional aviation — and I bring that perspective into every lesson.

I hold a Bachelor of Commercial Aviation from the University of Memphis and am fluent in both English and Slovak — making me an ideal instructor for Slovak-speaking students as well.

Commercial ASEL & MEL Instrument Airplane G1000 / G750 Proficient Bilingual EN / SK Spin Endorsement FedEx Operations Background

What I Offer

Training Programs

Structured, student-centered flight training tailored to your goals and pace. Whether you want to fly for fun or pursue a professional career, I'll build a path that works for you.

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Private Pilot Certificate

Start your journey here. Learn to fly solo, navigate cross-country routes, and earn your wings. The most rewarding milestone in aviation.

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Instrument Rating

Fly safely in clouds and low-visibility conditions. An instrument rating makes you a more capable, confident, and safer pilot overall.

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Discovery Flight

Not sure if flying is for you? Take the controls of a real aircraft. No commitment — just pure aviation. The best first step you'll ever take.

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Ground School

Master aerodynamics, weather, navigation, and regulations. Thorough ground knowledge is the foundation every great pilot is built on.

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Written Test Prep

Targeted prep for your FAA knowledge exams. Focused sessions to get you test-ready fast, covering exactly what the examiner expects.

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Flight Review (BFR)

Due for your biennial flight review? Let's knock it out efficiently and refresh your skills at the same time. Flexible scheduling available.

Before You Begin
Not Sure What's Required?
See every FAA requirement for Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, and CFII — all in one place.
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The Fleet

Training Aircraft

Three Piper low-wings based at Charles Baker Airport (2M8). All are stable, reliable, and proven training platforms — the kind of aircraft that build real pilots.

Piper PA-28-151 Warrior N75303
N75303
Primary Trainer
PA-28-151 Warrior

The ideal first aircraft. Forgiving, stable, and honest — the Warrior teaches real stick-and-rudder skills from day one. Perfect for PPL and instrument training.

EngineLycoming O-320 · 150 HP
Cruise~110 KTAS
Seats4
GearFixed Tricycle
Piper PA-28-180 Cherokee N7622W
N7622W
Cross-Country
PA-28-180 Cherokee

More power, more range, more confidence. The Cherokee 180 is a great step-up aircraft for cross-country flying and hour building on the way to Commercial.

EngineLycoming O-360 · 180 HP
Cruise~120 KTAS
Seats4
GearFixed Tricycle
Piper PA-28-180 Cherokee N7631F
N7631F
Cross-Country
PA-28-180 Cherokee

A classic Cherokee with great performance and reliability. Comfortable for longer cross-country flights and solid hour building toward your Commercial certificate.

EngineLycoming O-360 · 180 HP
Cruise~120 KTAS
Seats4
GearFixed Tricycle

No Surprises

Transparent Pricing

Aircraft Rental (Dry)
$80–$90
N75303 Warrior: $80/hr · 8 gal/hr
N7622W & N7631F Cherokees: $90/hr · 10 gal/hr
Fuel billed at cost — price varies.
Instructor Fee
$50/hr
Per hour of dual flight or ground instruction with David.
Estimated All-In
$175–$215
Warrior $200–$195/hr
Cherokees ~$195–$215/hr
Varies with current fuel price.
Save up to $2,000
Block Time Discounts Available
Pre-purchase 25–100 hrs on the Warrior at reduced dry rates. Full breakdown, estimated training costs, and airport map on the Details page.
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*Fuel is billed at cost and varies with the avgas market. Warrior burns ~8 gal/hr · Cherokees burn ~10 gal/hr. All-in estimates above reflect a typical range — contact David for the current fuel price before your flight.

Get In Touch

Ready to Start Flying?

Whether you want to ask a question, book a discovery flight, or get started on your certificate — I'd love to hear from you. Let's talk aviation.

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Home Airport
2M8 — Charles Baker Airport
Millington, TN · View Map →