Our Team

I have had a passion for aviation ever since I first started flight training. While originally training as a hobby, I quickly fell in love with the flight training process and realized I wanted to help others learn and grow as pilots. I was born and raised in Minneapolis, but trained mostly in Texas. I have experience in training pilots at all paces, including accelerated courses. I have successfully trained countless private, instrument, commercial, CFI, and CFI-I applicants with a near-100% first-time pass rate for my students.

I grew up in an aviation family and found out early I have that same love for flying others do. Originally from Duluth and then Pelican Rapids, I’m excited to be instructing back in the area. Once I started instructing I realized that it’s the best way to give back to the aviation community and super excited to be a part of a school like this. I did all my training in Minnesota and excited to show aspiring and existing pilots the places I love to go!

I’m a husband, father of four, and a CFI/CFII. My flying journey began in 2014 with a discovery flight, and I was hooked from the start! At the time, family and business obligations took priority, so aviation had to wait. In 2023, I finally got back in the cockpit—and I haven’t looked back since. I’ve spent nearly 20 years teaching and training people, and I’ve always found it incredibly rewarding to watch others learn, grow, and succeed. Becoming a flight instructor has given me the opportunity to combine that passion for teaching with my love of aviation. When I’m not flying, you’ll almost always find me outdoors—I’m definitely not someone who likes being stuck inside! My favorite hobby is backcountry mountain snowmobiling, and I enjoy visiting the Rocky Mountains year-round. I also love hunting, fishing, hiking, mountain biking, and even spending time in the garden with my family. Whether I’m in the cockpit, in the mountains, or spending time with my family, I enjoy new challenges, learning new things, and helping others achieve their goals.

I’m originally from Sioux Falls, South Dakota. I love flying, and I have been interested in aviation ever since my 4th grade book report on Jacqueline Cochran. I am a 2008 UND graduate who has been instructing at the Fergus Falls airport part time for many years. When not flying, I enjoy reading & outdoor activities with my husband and 2 sons. I look forward to flying with you!

I am originally from Bemidji, MN and my long-standing interest in aviation led me to pursue formal flight training in 2021. I completed my aviation certifications while attending and graduating from Bemidji State University in 2023. I have been working as a certified flight instructor in Bemidji since 2024. Beyond flying I enjoy being outdoors and traveling!

I was born and raised in Bemidji, Minnesota, and I’ve wanted to be a pilot since I was young. For a long time, I didn’t know how to turn that dream into a career, so I took a different path before eventually making the decision to change careers and pursue aviation. Now, as a flight instructor, I want to help others who are where I once was. I want to share what I’ve learned, help people navigate the challenges of getting into aviation, and make the process a little easier for those who may not know where to start. If I can help someone find their path into aviation without having to face the same hurdles I did, then I feel like I’m giving back to a career that has given me so much.

I grew up in Madison, Minnesota in a family of educators.  I have been teaching College Physics, Aerospace Engineering, and 9th Grade Science at Bemidji High School for 20+ years.  In 2017, I was given the opportunity to start teaching Ground School through my Aerospace class and my passion for aviation grew.  I went on to get my CFI so I could give my students opportunities I never had growing up.  Outside of school I enjoy traveling with my family and spending time outdoors.

Growing up in Mountain Home, Idaho, I developed a passion for aviation at an early age and completed my first solo flight at just 16 years old. After earning my aviation degree from the University of North Dakota, I spent several years instructing primary, instrument, and commercial students while serving as a stage check evaluator for the UND Aerospace flight program. Helping others achieve their aviation goals has always been one of the most rewarding parts of flying. Whether you’re pursuing your first pilot certificate, an instrument rating, or simply looking to become a more confident aviator, I enjoy tailoring each lesson to the individual while emphasizing safety, professionalism, and having fun along the way.