Damian was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and moved to the Houston area in 2007. He has always had an interest in aviation since he was little, but never thought about flying until high school. He was always interested in building and designing cars and airplanes and thought he would always become an engineer. He started flying in March 2020 and earned his private pilot’s license at Ellington Field. After obtaining his private, Damian found his passion for flying and decided that flying was what he wanted to do for the rest of his life.

He completed the rest of his flight training at Lone Star College where he earned an associate degree in December 2022. Shortly after graduating, he enrolled at Texas A&M University-Central Texas where is currently pursuing his B.S. in Aviation Management. He is grateful for all his instructors who helped and supported him during his flight training and wants to do the same for his students.

Outside of flying, Damian likes to be active and goes hiking, camping, walking his two dogs, playing soccer, and spending time with his family. He is a big fan of the Houston Astros and the Houston Dynamo and attends their games regularly. Damian hopes to one day become a Captain at a major airline.

Growing up in an aviation family, Mary heard about flying almost every day. Her and her father would listen to IAH Live ATC and she would imagine herself as the pilot on the approach landing a 737. After hearing years of stories, Mary wanted to give it a try and see what all the excitement was about. In May 2020, her dad bought a discovery flight here at United Flight Systems and she’s never looked back. She felt a passion for aviation immediately and started flight training.  

 
Mary was born and raised in the Houston area. Just like her brother, she completed all her flight training here at United Flight Systems. Most days out of the week she spent more time at UFS then at home. She completely fell in love with airplanes and the excitement of flying.  

 
Outside of flying she loves spending time with family and friends, playing and watching basketball, and working out. As one of many pilots in her family, Mary looks forward to training and flying with her brother at United Airlines. Mary is excited for the opportunity to share her knowledge and passion for flying with her students, as they embark on their aviation journey. 

Born outside of Flint, Michigan, Kevin moved to the Houston area in the 1990’s with his family.  Kevin graduated from Klein Oak High School before attending Oklahoma State University where he earned a
Bachelor of Science in Fire Protection and Safety Engineering.  Kevin briefly lived in Wausau, Wisconsin and New Braunfels, TX before moving back to Houston in 2005 where he began working as a firefighter.

Kevin’s aviation interest has been lifelong. In late 2021 Kevin completed his first private pilot training lesson here at United Flight Systems and was hooked.  Kevin obtained all his pilot ratings here at UFS including his certified Flight Instructor Certificate in August of 2023.
 
When not flying, Kevin spends time with his Wife Elisa and their daughters Caroline and Valerie.  The Wiseman Family enjoys traveling, watching their favorite sports teams, The Detroit Red Wings and Houston Astros, and being involved with school activities.

Kevin’s goal is to share his love of flying with our students and help them achieve their aviation goals.

From the great city of Conroe, Texas, Derin was born into the world of Aviation. The roar of Jet engines served as his childhood lullaby, kindling his passion for flying early on as the child of a United Airlines captain. The allure of the skies was a constant presence in his life. 

But it was a singular, awe-inspiring experience that sent Derin's destiny soaring. At the age of 11, he was offered an exclusive spot in the jump seat of a Boeing 767 during a deliver flight to have the aircraft painted. As the sole passenger he experience the exhilaration of takeoff and landing from the best seat in the house, cementing his future in aviation.

Derin knew from that singular experience that aviation would be his legacy and dream, turning childhood fascination into a lifelong pursuit. 

Now a CFI, Derin's goal is to do more than just teach techniques and maneuvers; Derin views every lesson as a opportunity to inspire and to share the magic that happens above the clouds, striving to ignite the same spark in others that once propelled his passion for aviation.

Jiri was born in what is now Czech Republic, and at a young age immigrated to Canada with his parents. Jiri started playing hockey, which turned into a large part of his life. As a teenager, Jiri and his family moved to the Houston area, where he has called home ever since. Before making his transition into aviation, Jiri worked at a local ice rink as the pro shop manager and coach. As far back as he can remember, Jiri has been fascinated by airplanes, and even to this day, you might find him on the top floor of parking garages at IAH or Hobby watching planes takeoff and land. 

After a nudge from a few of his pilot friends, Jiri decided to make the big life change and begin his journey to become a pilot himself. With the support of his wife, Dani, he was able to realize his dream. Jiri earned his Private Certificate, Instrument Rating, Commercial Certificate, Multiengine Rating, CFI, and MEI. He is now looking forward to helping others accomplish their aviation goals.

When Jiri is not working, he is spending time with his wife and three daughters, Alexandra, Pavlina, and Elishka. He helps coach his daughter's hockey team, and enjoys taking his girls to their activities.

Brian Rose grew up in Kingwood, TX, where the proximity to George Bush Intercontinental Airport ignited a lifelong passion for aviation. From his first flight on an airliner as a young kid, he knew he wanted to someday be a professional pilot
 
After graduating from Kingwood Park High School, Brian earned a degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management from the University of North Texas. He began a career in transportation working as a fleet manager for a trucking company in Dallas, TX.
 
Despite building a career in the field of logistics, Brian’s passion for aviation always remained. After moving back to Houston, Brian took a Discovery Flight at UFS in August 2020, and was hooked right away. He then decided to finally pursue his dream of becoming a professional pilot.
 
Brian looks forward to using his own experience to help motivate other to become safe, skilled, and knowledgeable pilots. Outside of flying, he enjoys cooking and baking, playing golf, and spending time with friends and family.

Brian’s passion for aviation began at an early age, fueled by a fascination and admiration for fighter jets, air shows, and classic aviation films. Following his childhood dream, Brian began his flight training at United Flight Systems in August 2021.
 
Motivated by his own training experience, Brian aspires to emulate the professionalism, support, and kindness demonstrated by his instructors at UFS, as he transitions into the role of instructor himself. His goal is to guide and inspire students, helping each one achieve their aviation goals with dedication and enthusiasm.
 
Outside of aviation, Brian has a love for the outdoors. He takes solace in fly fishing and outdoor pursuits, especially archery. He also cherishes spending time with his wife and their two Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Neo and Remi, whenever possible.
 
Brian has an Honors Degree in Economics from Curtin University in Perth, Western Australia. In a previous life, he worked as a statistician, economic consultant, stockbroker, and day-trader. With a blend of passion for aviation, dedication to teaching, and appreciation for outdoor pursuits, Brian looks forward to continuing his journey in aviation, while sharing his love for flying and adventure with others.

Natalie was born in Annapolis, Maryland, but has lived in Kingwood, Texas for most of her life. Growing up near Bush Intercontinental, along with the fact that her dad is a Captain for United Airlines, Natalie has always been surrounded by Aviation. However, what truly sparked her passion for flying was when her dad surprised her on her 16th birthday with a Discovery Flight out of Cleveland Municipal. She's been captivated by anything aviation related ever since.

After graduating from Kingwood High School in 2022, Natalie would spend the next year and a half solely focusing on Flight Training. Flying out of La Porte Municipal, she earned her Private PIlot License in 2023. She then moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, where she obtained her Instrument and Commercial Licenses. She then moved to the other side of Phoenix and lived in Mesa, Arizona while obtaining her Multi-Engine rating while flying out of Phoenix-Messa Gateway. She then went on to move back to Texas, where she flew out of Conroe/ North Houston Regional where she earned her CFI, CFII, and MEI.

As a CFI, Natalie plans to teach her students to be the best pilots they can be. Her goal isn'tjust to teach students how to pass a checkride, but also how to be the most safe, confident, and competent pilot when behind the prop. In the future, Natalie aims to take after her father, with the goal of working for United Airlines.

In her free time, Natalie enjoys golfing, watching gymnastics, and traveling with friends and family!

Willem was born in Arizona, but quickly made his way to the great state of Texas. His interest in aviation began at a young age, frequently traveling from Houston to Amsterdam where much of his family still lives. He fondly recalls being in awe of the majestic Boeing 747's he frequently traveled on.

Initially following his Father's footsteps, Willem attended Lone Star College where he attended the fire academy and gained certification as an EMT. He has worked in all three branches of emergency services, most recently serving as a police officer. Willem found a passion for teaching new police officers as an academy instructor and field training officer. After realizing that he did not want to stay in emergency services for the rest of his career, he took a discovery flight at the La Porte Municipal Airport. This ignited a new passion for aviation and the desire to put his teaching experience into his new career field. Willem attended a few different schools for his pilot certificates and ultimately landed at United Flight Systems. He chose United Flight Systems due to their unmatched standards and commitment to student success.

Willem’s goal as an instructor is to make safe pilots and always put the needs of the student first. He believes that flight training should be fun while also making sure that we hold ourselves to the highest standards of safety and knowledge.

Ford was born and raised in Beaumont, Texas. His love for aviation runs in the family. Both his grandfather and great-grandfather were military pilots, and two of his uncles enjoyed flying as a hobby.
​
After graduating from High School, Ford attended Rice University, where he played Baseball. Following College, he played professionally for the Tampa Bay Rays and San Fransisco Giants. Once his Baseball career came to an end, Ford immediatley jumped into aviation, and his childhood passion for flying was reignited during a discovery flight at UFS. Since then, he has been working to turn his dream of becoming an airline pilot into a reality.
​
When he 's not flying, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Madison and daughter, Olivia, playing Golf, or spending time with friends. Ford is dedicated to helping others acheive their aviation goals while making the journey enjoyable.

Sylwester was born in Poland and moved to the United States in 2006 after graduating high school. He settled in the Houston area and spent nearly 18 years working in a CNC precision machine shop, where he was responsible for programming and machining parts on both lathes and mills for the oilfield industry. Although aviation had captured his imagination from a very young age, he never believed becoming a pilot was within reach—until later in life, when he made the decision to finally pursue the dream he had always carried.
All of Sylwester’s flight training—from Private Pilot through Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor—was completed at United Flight Systems. Now a CFI, he is passionate about sharing his knowledge and helping others achieve their aviation goals.

Sylwester plans to fly for a regional airline, with a long-term goal of joining a major carrier.

Outside of aviation, Sylwester enjoys motocross riding on trails and tracks, working on cars and motorcycles in his garage, and taking on hands-on mechanical projects. In his free time, he enjoys walking his dog Trixie with his wife and playing video games with his kids.

Royce was born and raised in sunny South Florida, where his love for adventure and exploration first took flight. He attended Baylor University, where he met his future wife on the wakeboarding team. After college, Royce moved to Houston to be with her and start the next chapter of their lives together. 
 
 For Royce, flying is more than a career, it’s a calling. He’s drawn to the freedom, the thrill, and the sense of purpose that comes with being in the air. That awe he felt from the beginning continues to inspire his work. As a flight instructor, he’s passionate about sharing that feeling with others, helping students grow into confident, capable pilots, and building a culture of safety, skill, and excellence along the way.  
 
Outside the cockpit, Royce is an enthusiastic advocate for Bitcoin and enjoys discussing its potential to reshape the future of finance. He’s also a lifelong learner who’s constantly diving into books on history, technology, and self-growth. When he’s not flying or reading, you can find him golfing with friends or exploring new ways to challenge himself and have fun. 
 
 Fly safe and buy Bitcoin!

Jaime was born in Dallas, Texas and moved to the Houston area in 2017.  As a child, her family moved to different areas across the United States, which sparked her interest in becoming a pilot.  She met her husband in college, where he was a Navy ROTC student pursuing a career in naval aviation.  She was fascinated by all of it!  This led Jaime to take a discovery flight at a local flight school while they were stationed in Lemoore, California and she was hooked!
​
Jaime obtained her B.A. in Mathematics at the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida in December of 2003.  During this time Jaime married, became a full-time math teacher, had three children, and managed a household as the wife of a naval aviator.  After successfully navigating several deployments, Jaime and her family relocated to the Houston area in 2017, where Jaime continued teaching math at The Woodlands High School and her husband began flying for Southwest Airlines while continuing to teach aspiring naval aviators in the Naval Reserves.  After Jaime’s two oldest daughters graduated from high school and left for college, Jaime made the decision to leave her 15-year teaching career and pursue flying full-time in June 2023.  She completed her flight training at ATP flight school in Conroe, Texas, and graduated in March 2025.
​
Outside of flying, Jaime loves to sing!  She sings frequently with her church choir as well as with the Texas Master Chorale.  In addition, Jaime and her family love the Houston Astros, attending games when they have the chance.  One day, Jaime wishes to pursue a career with an airline.  Her first goal is to fly for SkyWest and then perhaps one day fly for Southwest Airlines with her husband!

I was born in Louisiana, to a military pilot, which meant aviation was part of my life from the very beginning. After moving around quite a bit, my family eventually settled in Kingwood, Texas, where I finished high school before attending Texas Tech University.
 
Following college, I made the decision to pursue aviation professionally and landed at United Flight Systems to accomplish my flight training goals. While training, I worked as a ramper at the school, allowing me to gain a well-rounded understanding of flight operations while staying immersed in the aviation environment. Training and working alongside the instructors and staff at UFS solidified my passion for aviation and ultimately led me to become a Certified Flight Instructor here.
 
As an instructor, my goal is to motivate students, build confidence, and help them develop both strong technical skills and a genuine love for flying. I believe flight training should be challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable, and I strive to tailor my instruction to each student’s learning style to help them succeed.
 
I enjoy working out, watching sports, spending time with family and friends, fishing, and—most importantly—seeing my students reach their goals and grow as pilots.

Joshua Sizemore is a Certified Flight Instructor with a lifelong passion for aviation. Born and raised in Cleveland, Texas, his interest in flying began at a young age and naturally grew into a career built around the skies and the people who aspire to be in them.
 
Joshua completed his Private Pilot, Instrument, and Commercial training in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where he developed a strong foundation in both technical skill and aeronautical decision-making. He later completed his CFI and CFII training with United Flight Systems, an environment he has always admired for its professionalism, strong community, and commitment to producing safe, capable pilots.
 
Known for his calm, approachable, and fun teaching style, Joshua focuses on building confident, safety-conscious aviators while creating a positive and engaging learning environment. He believes great instruction is built on patience, clear communication, and genuine enthusiasm for aviation.
 
Outside of flying, Joshua enjoys golfing, hunting, and spending quality time with his wife and kids. His laid-back personality, strong work ethic, and love for the aviation environment carry into everything he does—both in and out of the cockpit.

Abby Young is a Spring, Texas native whose family grew up just down the road from David Wayne Hooks Airport, making aviation a familiar presence from an early age. She began her flight training shortly after earning a degree in Business Marketing from Sam Houston State University. Her aviation journey started with a discovery flight at United Flight Systems in 2021, an experience that immediately sparked a passion for flying and set her on a new career path.

A first-generation pilot, Abby completed all her ratings at United Flight Systems. After leaving a career in home sales and construction, she fully committed herself to aviation, gaining valuable experience within the organization by serving as a Dispatcher and Student Success Coordinator before earning her role as a Flight Instructor. Having trained and worked her way through the program, she understands the challenges students face and is dedicated to supporting them throughout their training.

Outside of flying, Abby enjoys spending quality time with friends and family. She is grateful for the instructors and mentors who helped shape her aviation career and looks forward to passing that same guidance and encouragement on to her students.

Miles was born and raised in Houston, Texas, where aviation was always close to home. His interest in flying began at an early age, inspired by his grandfather’s career with the FAA along with his father’s career as an aviation business professional at United Airlines. A childhood trip from Amsterdam became a defining moment when the captain invited him into the cockpit. In the summer of 2020, a discovery flight at United Flight Systems solidified his commitment to becoming a pilot.

Miles graduated from Cornell University, where he also played football as a defensive back. Between semesters, he returned to Houston to continue earning his ratings, balancing academics, athletics, and aviation, a rhythm that shaped his discipline and drive.

As a flight instructor, Miles is dedicated to helping student pilots achieve their goals through safety, fundamentals, and confidence building. His long-term aspiration is to fly for United Airlines, continuing the family legacy that first inspired him.

When he’s not flying or teaching, Miles enjoys running, traveling, and skiing, along with exploring new ways to grow both personally and professionally.

Robert was born in Plantation, Florida where the proximity of Fort Lauderdale International Airport inspired an interest and passion in aviation that has had a lifelong impact. Outside of visiting the airport with his father, Robert was surrounded by aviation throughout his life. One grandfather worked as a CFI in the 70s, another built their own kit seaplane, and he has three family members currently with major airlines. Seeing his family’s excitement for aviation around him every day led Robert to set out for a life of flying himself.

After his discovery flight with UFS in 2020, Robert’s passion for aviation truly became his own. He continued to fly intermittently while completing his degree in classical trumpet performance from the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, England. After completing his degree with honors, he became a music teacher in Klein ISD and began to truly pursue his passions while sharing his love for flying and teaching with friends, family, and students. Today that passion for flying and teaching has come together in Robert’s role as a certified flight instructor with UFS.

Outside of aviation, Robert enjoys spending time outdoors. From the disc golf course to fishing and hiking he tries to enjoy as many of Houston’s temperate days as possible. When the weather forces him indoors, he enjoys practicing the trumpet, playing dominoes, and refereeing ice hockey.

As a CFI Robert hopes to use his teaching experience to transfer not just his knowledge, but his enjoyment and love of flying to as many aviators as possible.

Kevin was born and raised here in the Houston area. As a kid he always had an interest in aviation, sparked from his grandfather who worked for American Airlines. He was always thrilled when flying on airliners when he was younger but never thought becoming a pilot was a real possibility.

After graduating high school from Klein Collins in 2022, Kevin began attending Lone Star College. During that time, he took a discovery flight with a friend out of Conroe/North Houston Regional. That flight reignited his passion for aviation and he began to pursue a career as a pilot. He was able to obtain his private pilot’s license at United Flight Systems in 2024 and hopes to one day fly for the airlines.

Kevin’s goal as a flight instructor is to help students become safe and confident pilots. He wants to explain concepts clearly and adapt his teaching to each student. He also aims to keep improving his own skills so he can be a better instructor.

Outside of flying, Kevin enjoys watching baseball, bowling and spending time with friends and family.

David grew up in Houston.  He began his passion for flying as a child, often riding his bicycle to Andrau Airpark (unfortunately, Andrau is now a golf course) to watch airplanes.  After earning his Private Pilot Certificate at 17 years old, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University (Prescott, AZ) granted David a B.S. in Aeronautical Studies/Computer Science.

David has been related to United Flight Systems since 1990.  He is the school’s Chief Flight instructor, serving that position since 1996 (with some breaks).  He was in corporate aviation as a director of flight operations for a Part 91 Flight Department for 26 years.

When he is not teaching, he out flying for Southwest Airlines as a First Officer.  He is type rated in Cessna 500 Citation, Cessna 510 Mustang, Cessna 525, Cessna 560XLS, and Boeing 737.

His wife, Yolanda, and children, Diego and Maya keep him occupied when he is not out turning Avgas or Jet-A into noise.

Kevin grew up just outside of Chicago and as a 3rd generation pilot, his love of aviation was inevitable.  The summer after completing high school, Kevin started his flight training with his brother as his instructor and he received his Private Pilot Certificate.  
 
Kevin attended the University of Illinois and obtained a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Civil Engineering.  Upon graduation, he began a 10-year career in Project Management with ExxonMobil.  He and his family were fortunate to spend much of that time overseas, and while he loved to travel, every time he got on a plane, Kevin knew he wanted to be the Pilot, not the passenger.  Ultimately, he pulled the trigger on a career change and enrolled in a professional pilot program where he obtained his Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, CFI, CFII and MEI.
Kevin is excited to be instructing at United Flight Systems – He vividly remembers the excitement of his first training flight 15+ years ago and he’s excited to share in those moments with new students on their journey to becoming a pilot.  Kevin is currently a First Officer for Sky West and continues to mentor our instructors and students.
 
Kevin and his wife Vanessa have two children – James and Emily.  When Kevin is not flying, he enjoys sports, traveling, camping, and spending time with friends and family. 

Zac grew up in Indiana but has also lived in Massachusetts, California, and even Australia for a couple of years. He moved to Houston in 2013 to start a career as a mechanical engineer in oil and gas. Zac began started training as a student with United Flight Systems in 2020 just for fun, something he’d always wanted to try, but soon realized that flying was something he wanted to do for the long haul. He left his 10-year career to finish up his ratings and become a full-time flight instructor.
 
Zac has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Olin College of Engineering, and a doctorate from the University of California, Santa Barbara. He has a passion for teaching that began in graduate school and is excited to help you realize your aviation goals, whatever they are.
 
When not instructing, Zac enjoys rock climbing (both inside and outside), cooking, and spending time with friends.

Bill grew up in Houston and earned his Private Pilot Certificate when he was 17. He attended the Air Force Academy where he flew with the Academy's NIFA competition team, then completed Air Force pilot training after graduation. He flew F-16's for 12 years for the Air Force and Air National Guard, and he was hired by Southwest Airlines in 1999 where he now flies as a captain. Bill recently obtained his master's degree in aviation safety from Liberty University. He and his wife have 3 children. Besides flying, Bill enjoys teaching, being with his family, studying the bible, and working out.

Born and raised in Houston and growing near Bush Intercontinental Airport, Jerome's fascination with aviation began at a young age while staring up at the sky. It was during college when Jerome purchased his first computer, and a copy of Microsoft Flight Simulator that really got him interested in turning an interest into a reality. After graduating from Texas A & M University with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology, Jerome spent the next 10 years working in the lab as a scientist. With some money in his pocket, he decided to take flight lessons at the nearby airport in College Station where he did his Discovery Flight with United Flight Systems in 2004.

After earning his Private Pilot Certificate in 2005, and instrument rating in 2009, he enjoyed flying recreationally, making many trips with his wife and friends over the years. He had gotten involved in business development and sales since his laboratory days, but felt a calling to do something he really enjoyed for a living. He decided to turn his aviation hobby into a professional career and earned his commercial certificate in 2021, and his Flight Instructor Certificate in 2023 at United Flight Systems.

Jerome is very excited to continue to be a part of such a great flight school, and looks forward to helping others achieve their aviation dreams. When he isn't flying, Jerome enjoys learning new things and spending time outdoors with long walks with his wife and dogs, and riding his bike.

Reed Koch, a third-generation pilot from Conroe, Texas, was captivated by aviation at the age of five while flying with his father. After pursuing a career in motorcycle racing, he chose to follow his passion for flying.

To finance his pilot training, Reed obtained a captain's license for charter vessels, steadily climbing the ranks to become a trainer and chief captain. In 2019, he enrolled at United Flight Systems to obtain his private pilot license.
 
Today, Reed's days are devoted to the airport and gym, where he shares his love for aviation and mentors aspiring pilots. Known for his professionalism, and dedication Reed strives to instill safety and knowledge in every aviator he guides, embodying excellence in aviation instruction and mentorship.

Travis Phillips was born and raised in Stockton, California, and spent 40 years living throughout the state before relocating to Houston in July 2025.
 
He began his professional career in management roles with Apple and Sears Roebuck before pursuing a lifelong passion for aviation.
 
Travis earned all of his flight ratings in San Diego, California, where he later served as a Senior Flight Instructor with Plus One Flyers. He holds CFI, CFII, AGI, and Gold Seal Instructor certifications, as well as an ATP certificate with type ratings in the ERJ 170/190, Airbus A320, and Boeing 737.
 
Travis went on to fly professionally for SkyWest Airlines and Spirit Airlines before joining United Airlines, where he currently flies the Boeing 737. In addition to his flying duties, he serves as a United Airlines AVIATE Coach and a Pilot-to-Pilot volunteer with ALPA, mentoring aspiring airline pilots as they navigate their professional journeys.
 
After moving to Houston, Travis connected with United Flight Systems to continue his passion for mentorship and support of general aviation.

Adam has been immersed in aviation since 2017, building a diverse career that spans line service, assistant airport management, aerial survey operations, safety management, and operations leadership. He also carries the unique perspective of being a former aircraft owner of a V35 Bonanza.

A native of Beaumont, Texas, Adam studied Music Education at Lamar University before channeling his passion for precision and teamwork into aviation. Today, he blends technical expertise with a strong sense of community, ensuring excellence and safety in every operation.

Outside of aviation, Adam is deeply committed to music and the arts. He dedicates his time to nonprofit music organizations across the North Houston area and is the founder of The White Oak Wind Orchestra (WOWO)—a community ensemble whose mission is to inspire, connect, and elevate people through the power of live music.

Adam believes that both aviation and music share a higher purpose: “In the skies and on the stage, discipline and passion create harmony. Whether guiding an aircraft or leading a symphony, the goal is the same—lift people up.”

Ever since his first airplane ride from Sugar Land to Austin at a very young age, Jay Robinson has dreamed of flying. He spent his youth going to air shows, flying model airplanes, and begging his grandfather, who was a private pilot, for trips to the local airport to watch airplanes through the fence.
 
Jay always knew that he needed to turn this passion into a career and set out to become a professional pilot. He obtained a Bachelor's degree in Aviation from Westminster College in Salt Lake City, UT, along with a commercial pilot certificate, and began taking on various flying opportunities after graduation. Over the years, Jay has flown thousands of hours in a myriad of light piston and turbine aircraft in professional capacities from ferrying to contract and corporate operations.
 
Along the way, Jay always held a special place in his heart for world flight training and helping others discover aviation, starting with a part-time job at the local flight school when flying was slow. Over the years, he spent more and more time involved at the flight school, and his experience has evolved into a career in management roles with flight training operations and FBOs.
 
When he is not at work, Jay and his wife, Amanda, love to travel. They have visited over 20 countries together and counting and are always planning their next adventure.

Bobby has always been interested in aviation, but for one reason or another didn't take a lesson until he was in his 40's.  Bobby took his first lesson on May 3, 2015, at United Flight Systems and has been learning ever since!  Growing up in the area he has always seen planes flying overhead.  
​
While pursuing his commercial license he considered buying a plane to lease back to United Flight Systems.  That conversation about a leaseback turned into a full acquisition with his partner and fellow UFS student, Matt Shaunty in May 2018.  Bobby acquired Matt's portion of the business in September 2020.
​
Bobby has thoroughly enjoyed learning the business and working long hours in the evenings and weekends to start making improvements to the school and the fleet.  When Bobby isn't at the flight school he can often be found on the golf course watching his son or playing with his son or friends. Bobby has been married to his wife Tammie for 28 years and they have two children Emily (24) who graduated from the University of Texas and Blake (20) who is attending Arkansas University.