Meet our Instructors
Matt H - Chief Pilot
CFI, AGI, IGI
Matt is a CFI, Advanced Ground, and Instrument Ground Instructor. He is a third-generation pilot who started flying in northern Nevada in 2007 and has been instructing locally for the last couple years. He is originally from Richmond, Virginia but has lived in Nevada most of his life. Outside aviation, Matt has a BS in information technology and works as computer engineer for a local non-profit public safety organization. However, he far prefers the view from the flight deck over the view from his office chair. Matt flies part time for the Biggest Little Flight School and loves helping others achieve their dreams in aviation. There is nothing more satisfying to him than seeing the smile on a student’s face when they take to the sky for the first time. He is available for primary flight training, flight reviews, mountain flying instruction, and other advanced instruction.
$80/hr Chief Pilot Instruction
Travis
CFI, CFI-I, CPL
Travis attended the University of North Dakota where he received a Bachelors Degree in Aeronautical Science with an emphasis on Commercial Aviation. He is available for Discovery Flights; Private Pilot Training; Commercial Pilot Training, CFI and Instrument Training
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Colleen
CFI-I
Colleen started off her Aviation journey in San Diego cleaning planes in exchange for flying time. Soon after she received a scholarship for basketball at San Diego Christian College, and earned a BS degree in aviation. Though she did all of her PPL, IR, and CPL in San Diego, she earned her CFI and CFI-I locally here at Biggest Little Flight School.
When she’s not flying, you can find her being unreasonably obsessed with her cats, thrifting, or out enjoying nature
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Nolan
CFI, CFI-I, MEI
Nolan is a passionate CFI who enjoys sharing his love of aviation with others! After graduating from Fort Lewis College in Durango, CO with a BA in Adventure Education, Nolan spent the next six years being a guide and outdoor educator all over the mountain west, including working expedition backpacking in the High Sierra, ice climbing guiding in the Rockies, and ski guiding in the PNW (including working with USAF special forces). He then decided to pursue his childhood dream of becoming a pilot obtaining his primary training in the Northwest and his advanced ratings here in Nevada. Since making the leap to aviation, Nolan has not looked back and is excited to bring his passion about flying to others every day. His favorite topics include risk management, the human side of decision making, and exactly how airplanes work. When not flying you can still find him playing in the mountains!
Nolan is available for discovery flights, private, instrument, commercial training, BFR's, IPC's, complex and high performance training.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Arie
CFI, CFI-I, MEI
Arie began his flying career at 9 years old in a discovery flight with the Civil Air Patrol. Since then, flying has been the only career on his mind. After graduating High School in Reno, he moved to Phoenix Arizona where he earned his CFI/CFII/MEI and Commercial Ratings. After achieving all of his ratings, he moved home to Reno to help others achieve their goals in Aviation.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Chris
CFI
Chris is a CFI who achieved all her ratings and endorsements flying in Northern Nevada. She's a journalist by trade, but has always looked to the sky for inspiration. A few years ago, on assignment, she had the chance to fly in an Extra 300L during the Reno Air Races. A couple of barrel rolls made a big impact, and the next day it was a short walk to the local flight school. She holds two degrees from Northwestern University and worked as a reporter all over the country before finding the Sierra Nevada skies. Chris is available for discovery flights, private pilot training, commercial pilot training, CFI training, flight reviews and aircraft checkouts.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Tim
CFI, AGI
Tim was born and raised in Northern Nevada and earned his bachelor’s degree from UNR. He enjoys teaching and is excited to help others pursue aviation. Tim loves everything aviation and can’t wait to share his passion with you! He is available for Private Pilot instruction, BFRs, mountain flying and Commercial ratings.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Stacie
CFI, AGI, IGI
Stacie is a CFI, Advanced Ground and Instrument Ground Instructor. Stacie graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor's Degree in Aviation Management. I have had a passion for flying since I was 10 years old and did my first discovery flight and ground school at 16. I love to share my passion for aviation with everyone I meet. I have an active role in my chapter of the Ninety-Nines as well as other community groups to promote aviation. I would love to help you achieve your aviation goals! When I am not flying, which is rare these days, I do freelance accounting, love to read, sing and play music. Stacie is available for Discovery Flights, Private Pilot Training, Commercial Training, BFR and Aircraft Checkouts.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Ben
CFI, CFI-I, MEI
Ben’s love for aviation began as a young child watching his first air show. Upon graduating from UNR with a BS in Mechanical Engineering, he started to pursue his dreams of flying. He recently hung up his 9-5 full time Engineering job and is now devoted full-time to flight training. He is available several days a week for Private, Instrument and Commercial Training. Nothing makes him happier than helping students reach their aviation goals. When not in the cockpit, you can find him exploring and enjoying our beautiful Sierra mountains.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Greg
CFI, CFI-I
Greg’s love for aviation began as a child when his father introduced him to the FedEx MD-11 simulator. That experience sparked a lifelong passion for flying, which he has carried alongside a career as a cybersecurity leader in the defense industry. He completed most of his training in Reno’s challenging mountainous environment, which gave him valuable experience and confidence in diverse conditions. Greg enjoys flying and teaching purely for the fun of it and is available evenings and weekends for Private, Instrument, Commercial, and Flight Instructor ratings, as well as complex and high-performance endorsements. His favorite part of instructing is helping students build confidence and achieve their aviation goals.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Luke
CFI
Luke is a Las Vegas born and raised Nevadan whose love for aviation began as a young boy attending Thunderbird shows in Las Vegas. Upon graduating from UNR with a Bachelor's degree in Economics, he decided it was time to pursue his dreams of flying. Luke received all his ratings from Biggest Little Flight School and was trained by a Gold Seal Instructor. Luke passed all his ratings on his first attempt and used multiple DPEs for his check rides. Luke is available 7 days a week for both Private Pilot and Commercial Pilot licenses.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Andrea P
CFI, CFI-I
Andrea is a Northern Nevada native with a passion for aviation and personal fitness. She earned her B.S. in Cell Biology and Neuroscience from Montana State University, where she took her first discovery flight in Bozeman, Montana. After returning to the Reno area, Andrea decided to pursue aviation full-time and began her training at Biggest Little Flight School, where she earned all of her ratings.
When she’s not flying, Andrea can be found hiking in the beautiful Sierras or relaxing in a coffee shop with a good book. She is available for discovery flights, private pilot, instrument, and commercial flight training.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction
Anthony F
CFI, CFI-I, CPL, IGI
Anthony is a Reno, NV native whose love for aviation began as a young boy at the Reno Air Races. Upon graduating from UNR with a BS in geology, he pursued his dreams of flying and earned his CFI certificate in under a year. He is available 7 days per week for basic, advanced, and instrument training. Mountain flying, BFR and IPC training is also available.
$70/hr Primary Instruction
$80/hr Advanced Instruction