Erik is a 1985 graduate of Indiana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Administration and a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Pilot Technology. After college he started his career as a flight instructor near his home town of Morristown, NJ.

The instruction led to business opportunities that expanded his opportunities to work as a salesperson for a high technology instrument manufacturer and later as a Computer Programmer. Having a strong aviation background Erik always kept a clientele of flight students working towards their certificates and ratings. Erik has been an airline pilot flying for American Eagle Airlines and was a Captain with Sun Air International airline. He provides instructional services to pilots that are training for advanced aircraft at Florida Flight Center. Experience over 7445 hours flying time 2430 hours as a flight instructor Has been a pilot for over 34 years and a flight instructor for over 31 years. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) recently recognized Erik Scott Aibel with inclusion in the prestigious FAA Airmen Certification Database.