Matt is a fixed wing CFI. He recently wrapped up a 20-year-long Air Force career and began teaching in October 2022. He worked on F-16s and F-15Es for seven years, then earned his degree and became an  F-15E Weapons System Officer (WSO) for 20 years. "It’s been a blast being able to travel to the world and fly around in one of the most advanced fighter jets in the U.S. inventory". 
Aviation has been a lifelong passion for Matt. "Being able to hop in a plane and go wherever you want is a felling that’s hard to match." 

Matt is married with three dogs who all look forward to staying in one place for longer than a couple of years!

Nolan grew up in Auburn, Washington, and moved to Boise in May of 2022 to continue his aviation journey. His dad, a fellow pilot, introduced him to aviation at a young age and became his CFI for his Private Pilot License.

"A career in aviation is so rewarding and it's an incredible opportunity to meet some really cool people. I wanted to become a CFI to help other people accomplish their goals."

Some of Nolan's hobbies include hunting, fishing, and golf.

Hayden took his first discovery flight with Silverhawk when he was eight years old! He began training in high school with the goal of becoming a CFI by 20; he met this goal with a few days to spare! Outside of aviation, he loves to golf, rock climb, camp, and when the weather allows, he's up at Bogus "shredding that pow pow!" He pursued aviation because of the various opportunities it can open up. "Traveling the world flying a jet sounds like the coolest job in the world to me" and the views are unbeatable.

Samuel is a fixed wing CFI from El Salvador, a little country in Central America. He and his wife moved to the US seven years ago, making their way to Idaho to enjoy the lakes and rivers, although the cold weather was difficult to adjust to after living in a tropical climate for 23 years. When Sam was a kid, he and his brother would go to the airport, pay to have access to the rooftop, and watch commercial airplanes take off and land. He loves to see everything from the sky – it makes him feel free and proud to be able to control one of those beautiful machines (airplanes). Fun fact, he hates bugs!

Alexei is a fixed wing CFI from Boise. The excitement of traveling the world and the awesome office views are what led him to aviation. Outside of flying, he enjoys spending time with friends and family, biking, hiking, kayaking, and growing Bonsai Trees. 

Carson is a fixed wing CFI in Ontario, Oregon.

Jesse is a Silverhawk and TVCC flight instructor in Ontario, Oregon. He was born in Arizona but grew up in Idaho. Jesse is an avid snowboarder, hiker (especially if hot springs are involved), whitewater kayaker, and an amateur cook (he makes a mean ramen from scratch)! Jesse spent four years as an engine and fuel system mechanic for EA-18s in the Navy. He believes flying is the ultimate form of freedom, adventure, and innovation. After spending so much time working on aircraft in the Navy, he feels flying was the perfect fit for him. Also, he likes the interesting people you meet along the way.

Daytona, named after the Daytona 500, is a fixed wing CFI from Lewiston, Idaho. She began racing when she was six years old and still races today. She loves motorsports, skiing, hockey, flying, and anything outdoors! She believes the best parts about flying are how different each day can be... and the people you meet in the community.

Jacob, a California native, is a CFI in Ontario, OR. He is married, has three kids, enjoys sports and the outdoors. He is passionate about his faith in God, his family, and aviation. His "other job" is as a pilot and IT support specialist for Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) in Nampa. Since Jacob was a young adult he wanted to be a missionary pilot and fly bush planes into remote areas. He was able to do this for a few years in Brazil – now he is back in the US where he can share his love for flying with others as a flight instructor. "There is just something fun about floating among the clouds.. the view can't be beat!" Jacob speaks "not amazingly well, but functional" Portuguese.

Born in California and raised in Georgia, Rachel began her career at Sierra Nevada Brewing Co., followed by traveling the world working for state and federal trade agencies in the hop industry. In 2020, she followed her aviation passion and has been flying ever since. She grew up with aviation; however, it wasn’t until her late twenties that she knew she belonged in the air. Rachel's father has been a huge influence and is the best aviator she knows. The best part of flying is the takeoff and landing: the thrill, the concentration, monitoring of systems, the adrenaline, and the best part — the challenge. Nothing beats it! Interesting tidbit: she used to organize, manage, and execute the American Hop Convention, a large 3-day conference for brewers and hop growers.

Della is a fixed wing CFI from Enumclaw, Washington. Aviation is her biggest passion and has always been a big part of Della's life! She eventually caught the "aviation bug" and knew there was nothing else she could imagine myself doing. Her goal is to be an airline pilot, but she also has a love for antique aircraft and the characters that fly them! She hope to fly little airplanes for the rest of her life. Her favorite part about flying is embracing the freedom of being one with the aircraft and leaving all life's problems on the ground. Fun facts, Della is a third generation pilot and she loves the culturally experience traveling abroad provides!

Micah is  Silverhawk and TVCC CFI in Ontario, OR. He grew up in the Los Angeles area and married his childhood sweetheart in 2019. He graduated with his flight ratings and BS in Aviation Flight from California Baptist University. How he discovered his love for aviation, "The moment the wheels of that Cessna 172 left the ground, I knew the career of a pilot was what I wanted to pursue. The perspective of the world from the sky was unlike any other experience. As a pilot, I have the privilege to enjoy this perspective every day." Fun fact about Micah, he sang as a Baritone for five years touring around the United States and performing in over 100 concerts!

Outside of aviation, Luke loves playing music and soccer. He graduated with his bachelor's in biology, but now his life is oriented around flying airplanes. Luke caught the aviation bug after flying with his father-in-law and he has not been able to quit since. He loves everything about flying from the views to the feeling of accomplishment after finishing a rating. Luke's fun fact, he has never been outside of the country.

Dillon is a Silverhawk and TVCC flight instructor in Ontario, Oregon. He was born in Folsom, California, but grew up in Blackfoot, Idaho. During his highschool years, Dillon moved to Colorado, then back to Idaho where he began his aviation journey. When he's not flying you will find him snowboarding, mountain biking, or dirt biking. Dillon chose a career in aviation because he found interest in airplanes and a "hands-on" career. His favorite part about flying is getting a different perspective of the world!

Cole is a fixed wing CFI from La Grande, OR. He grew up playing all types of sports, his favorite being football. When he was 15 years old, he took ground lessons but had to pause due to finances. After living in Bolivia, he married his wife and worked as a wildland firefighter to save money for college, then COVID hit. His friend Dawson, a former Silverhawk CFI, convinced him the time was now to follow his pilot dreams. Cole and his wife moved to Caldwell and now he flies airplanes for a living! Outside of Silvehawk, Cole is a blacksmith!

Tyler is a fixed wing instructor with a passion for traveling, backpacking, and exploring the world. Some of his hobbies include snowboarding, soccer, and dirt biking. Growing up around helicopters caused him to dream of seeing the world from a new perspective. His goals are to bring joy to others through flight and to travel as much as possible!

Clark is an airplane CFI who loves the serenity of viewing the world at altitude. He is a dog owner, an avid reader, a motorcycle rider, a photographer, a storyteller, and a breakfast connoisseur (he promised himself guitar lessons once he became a working pilot). He has loved airplanes since he first learned what they were. Life just gave him other tasks to complete before beginning aviation. Fun fact, he was born in the year of the dog, and he couldn’t be happier about that.

Cody was born and raised in the Bay Area. After receiving his BS in Wildlife Biology from the University of Montana, Cody moved to Wyoming to work as a field biologist. He spent many hours in a small aircraft conducting surveys which led him to wonder what life as a pilot would be like. He loved the endless opportunities in aviation and how it connects our great big world. After his time as a fixed wing CFI, he would like to pursue a career in conservation as a wildlife pilot. Fun fact, Cody spent his summers in college as a professional "snorkeler" for Idaho Fish and Game. 

Hayden was born and raised in Boise. He graduated from the University of Idaho with a degree in Business Operations Management, while competing as a member of the Vandal’s Men's Golf Team. His favorite hobbies include golf, skiing, mountain biking, and going to the gym. Hayden has traveled by air frequently, which led to a curiosity of becoming an airline pilot. He believes the best parts about flying are the maneuvers learned while training and all of the people he gets to meet along the way. His grandpa was designated “Top Gun” in U.S Air Force Fighter Weapons School. He flew over 400 combat missions and shot down a MiG 21 over North Vietnam!

Michael was born in Bloomfield, Iowa, and raised in Grangeville, ID. He took part in many athletics, particularly basketball and football. He accepted a football scholarship from Carroll College in Helena, MT, where he studied Biology and Business. Michael met his future wife his freshman year, and they moved to her hometown, San Diego, following graduation. During breaks from his biotechnology desk job, he would walk outside and watch the F-18s take off from Miramar Air Station. Eventually, he started researching what he could do to take to the skies. He and his wife, Tess, decided it was time to explore new career paths. This brought them back to Helena as she started studying to be a nurse, and he began flight training at a local school. Tess accepted a job in the Treasure Valley, fulfilling Michael's goal of returning to his beloved Idaho. The duo has two golden retrievers and enjoy being in the elements, both on land and in the sky. His favorite aspect of flying is soaring over the forests and high mountain lakes in the PNW. Fun fact: Michael's parents were flight attendants for United Airlines, and he was given the title of 2A Idaho Basketball Player of the Year his senior year of high school.