WE ARE PROUD TO INTRODUCE YOU OUR

Flight Instructor

Camarillo Flight Instruction has an extraordinary staff of over 10 instructors to guide student pilots throughout their training. 

Krislen Santana

CFI & CFII

Growing up, I was told the sky was the limit, but for me, it has always felt like home. Aviation has been my lifelong passion, though my journey to becoming a pilot was not a traditional one. I was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at the age of five, and faced challenges that stood between me and my dream of flying.

In 2021, I was hired by JetBlue Airways as a flight attendant. I finally had my head in the clouds and felt incredibly fulfilled, but my dream of becoming a pilot never faded. Soon after I began flying as a flight attendant, the FAA updated its medical certification policy, making my dream of becoming a pilot possible.

I took my first discovery flight at Camarillo Flight Instruction in August 2022, and that day confirmed everything I already knew, I was meant to fly. After more than a year of gathering medical documentation, evaluations, and completing the certification process, I was issued my First Class Medical Certificate in July 2024 and officially began flight training the following month. I completed all my flight training at Camarillo Flight Instruction and I am excited to join the amazing team of instructors here at CFI.

Today, as a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFII), I’m passionate about helping students build confidence, develop safe flying habits, and achieve their aviation goals. I believe every pilot’s journey is unique, and I’m excited to share my love of flying while encouraging others to pursue their dreams — no matter the obstacles. Whether you’re taking your very first lesson or working toward your next rating, I’m excited to be part of your journey.

Let’s go flying!

Krislen Santana Flight Instructor

OUR TEAM

Flight Instructors