Learn From Pilots Who've Done the Job
Our instructors come from every corner of aviation: from military aviators and former airline pilots to Alaska bush flyers. With 10+ instructors, including 2 FAA Gold Seal CFIs, you'll train alongside professionals who know exactly what it takes to reach the flight deck.
The People Behind US Flight Co
Setting the standards, building the programs, and keeping our fleet flying.
Anthony Fowler
Co-Founder
Anthony co-founded US Flight Co to make the airline-pilot path faster and more affordable for the next generation of aviators. He leads the school’s vision of accessible, professional flight training in Des Moines.
Michael Sawyer
Co-Founder
Mykal Wildman
General Manager
Alex Aller
Admissions Coordinator
Orin Edwards
Mechanic
Will Nikkel
Mechanic
10+ Instructors, Diverse Backgrounds
From military aviators to bush pilots, our CFIs bring real-world experience to every lesson.
Josh Reiman
CFI, CFII
Marwan Adhab
CFI, CFII, MEI, Gold Seal
Sam Drawbond
CFI, CFII, Gold Seal
Daniel Watkins
CFI, CFII
Evan Weaver
CFI, CFII
Paul Maharry
CFI, CFII
Reagan Schwoerer
CFI, CFII
Abby Dougherty
CFI, CFII, MEI
Henry Huber
CFI, CFII
Cole Wonderlin
CFI, CFII
2 FAA Gold Seal CFIs
The FAA’s recognition for instructors with a proven record of first-time checkride success.
Military to Bush Flying
Instructors with backgrounds spanning military aviation, corporate charter, and backcountry flying.
Available 7 Days a Week
A deep bench of motivated CFIs means you fly on your schedule, not a waiting list.
Airline-Bound Mentors
Many of our CFIs are building toward the airlines themselves, so they know today’s hiring landscape firsthand.
Want to Meet Your Instructor?
Book a discovery flight and fly with one of our team members on day one.