Simon Burnham, and aviation has been part of my life for as long as I can remember.

I grew up obsessed with aircraft — watching them come and go, dreaming of being in the cockpit one day. But like many people, I was told early on that becoming a pilot “probably wasn’t for me.” Dyslexia, Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, struggling with traditional education… all the usual barriers that quietly push people away from aviation before they even get started.

I didn’t listen.

I worked my way into the industry the long way round. I earned my PPL, built experience in the UK and South Africa, flew a range of aircraft, worked in simulator environments, and spent years teaching and mentoring pilots. Most recently, I worked as a Chief Theoretical Knowledge Instructor (CTKI), helping students through one of the toughest parts of their journey: the exams.

And that’s exactly why I started this business.

I’ve seen incredibly capable pilots held back by ATPL theory. I’ve seen people lose confidence, burn out, or feel embarrassed asking for help. I’ve also seen students who “aced the exams” but struggled when it came to real-world understanding. Exams don’t define the pilot — understanding does.

My focus is simple:

to support pilots who are struggling, doubting themselves, or just need theory explained in a way that actually makes sense.

I specialise in:

• ATPL & PPL tuition

• One-to-one mentoring

• Supporting neurodivergent students

• Breaking complex subjects into practical, real-world explanations

• Building confidence, not just passes

No ego. No judgement. No “you should already know this.”

Just clear explanations, patience, lived experience, and a genuine desire to help people achieve something they were once told wasn’t possible.

If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or questioning whether you belong in aviation — you’re exactly the person I built this for.