At Next Level Helicopters, we are dedicated to providing aspiring and rated pilots with the highest quality hands-on training to help them achieve their aviation goals.

Head pilot and owner, Matt Nachreiner is a highly experienced industry professional. As a pilot in the Southern California helicopter community for over 26 years, he has flown with over 5,000 pilots as a Robinson Safety Course Factory Instructor and an FAA Designated Pilot Examiner, having conducted over 2,400 FAA practical tests for all helicopter ratings. With 12,000+ helicopter flight hours of experience including Charter, Tours, Production and Experimental Flight Testing, FAA Aviation Safety Inspector-Helicopter National Resource, FAA Designated Pilot Examiner, Action Sports Aerial Coordinator, Next Level Helicopters can custom tailor you're training for your specific goals with a focus on safety, confidence, and practical skill-building. Known for their calm teaching style and deep expertise, Matt and the team at Next Level create a supportive environment where students thrive—from their very first flight to their final checkride and beyond. Our team of experienced flight instructors is personally hand-picked by Matt, with a thorough understanding of what makes a truly exceptional instructor with a passion for teaching.  The end result is an environment where safety, quality, and personalized instruction are the standard.

Oceanside Municipal Airport is located just a few miles from some of the best beaches in Southern CA, and a 15 minute flight to San Diego County’s best high altitude off airport training sites. The city of Oceanside itself, currently undergoing a years long transformation, is home to many great restaurants, hotels, and activities to explore during your training.

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