Last, but certainly not least is Preston Burgard! Originally from PA, Preston joins JAXAERO after completing his Commercial and Instructor ratings last year here in Jacksonville. Preston is thrilled to share his aviation expertise and passion with our students.
Meet Emerson Blythe! Emerson is a gold seal CFI, CFII, and MEI who’s been flying since he was young. He has helped a multitude of students achieve their flying goals and dreams.
Today we meet Shauna Lee! Shauna is a CFI, CFII, and MEI. She began work as a flight attendant for a legacy airline three years prior to becoming a pilot. She completed her flight training in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and is the first pilot in her family.
Next, we meet Dr. Robert Zeglin! In addition to providing expert ground instruction, Dr. Z will lead curriculum developments that will enhance safety, improve training efficiency and more fully leverage the use of high-fidelity simulation.
Today we meet Kasen Woody! After learning to fly in 2018, Kasen took a break to become a maintainer on the C130-J in the West Virginia Air National Guard. Upon completing military training, he moved to Jacksonville to continue his aviation career with JAXAERO.
Today we meet Tripp Lynn! Tripp is a 19-year Naval Flight Officer who brings a wealth of experience in all aspects of aviation, including basic flight, logistics, flight planning, international flight operations and Air Traffic Control.
Kenny King achieved his private pilot certificate today! Congrats to Kenny!
Meet Donny Smith! Donny is a CFI, CFII, and MEI. After a career change, he has found his joy in instructing and flying for JAXAERO. While working towards his long-term goal of an ATP rating, he is dedicated to teaching and developing his students.
Next up is Robert Lee! Robert is a CFI, CFII and MEI who is also in the Florida Air National Guard with over 20 years of service as an F-15 maintainer and quality assurance inspector.
Next we introduce, Zach! Zach Shapiro is a CFI, CFII, and MEI. He completed his private license through a local flight school in Lake Elmo, Minnesota, and now flies a corporate Cessna Citation X for a private entity.
Today we introduce, Dimitri! Dimitri Niveaux is a CFI and CFII who grew up near Paris, France. It was after a discovery flight that Dimitri decided to start flight training and has grown a love for instructing and helping others succeed in aviation.
