I've flown with Ilya several times, and every flight has been amazing. The Catalina Island trip was definitely my favorite flying over the Pacific with those views is something I'll never forget.
The only catch? Every passenger is required to complete one mandatory pre-flight task... washing the airplane. 😂 After helping clean it, you suddenly care a lot more about every little sound during the flight.
Smooth takeoff, smooth landing, incredible views, and a pilot you can completely trust. Highly recommend! Just don't forget to arrive early for your aircraft washing shift.