Meet our Instructors
Matt H Chief Pilot
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 Per HR Chief Pilot Instruction
Anthony F
CFI/CFII/CPL
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 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Advanced Instruction
Travis
CFI/CFII/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 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Advanced Instruction
Anthony M
Anthony is a dedicated CFII with a deep-rooted passion for aviation, sparked in 2018 by the legacy of his grandfather, a WWII flight instructor, and his brother, an international cargo pilot. Having earned his CFI certification, Anthony is on the verge of completing a Bachelor's in Aviation Science from Utah Valley University.
His instructional philosophy emphasizes a balanced approach, combining realistic scenarios with unwavering commitment to safety. Anthony finds particular fulfillment in teaching maneuvers like slow flight, stalls, and spins, and he places a strong emphasis on mountain and night flying.
Beyond aviation, Anthony is an avid options trader and relishes outdoor pursuits such as sailing, tree climbing, and backpacking. He offers training in both primary and complex flight techniques, and looks forward to assisting students in reaching their aviation aspirations.
$70 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Per Hr Advanced Instruction
Arie
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 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Advanced Instruction
Chris
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 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Advanced Instruction
Jason
Jason received his Bachelor's degree from the University of Nevada and has lived in the Truckee Meadows for 20 years. He obtained all his airplane ratings locally and is very familiar with the challenges involved with flying in the mountains and high deserts. In his spare time, he can be found in Alaska flying the backcountry chasing rivers for Salmon and exploring glaciers from the air. Available for Commercial, complex and high performance ratings, BFRs, mountain flying and simulator instruction.
$70 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Advanced Instruction
Matt O
CFI/CFII/CPL
CFII, AGI, ATP, MEI. I have a passion for teaching people how to fly! With many years of teaching experience in part 61 and 141 schools, and airline experience. I have the knowledge, skills, and professional background to help you achieve any and all of your aviation goals! Matt is also a PC12 Pilot for Guardian Flight
$90 Per HR
Billy
Reno native Billy Haug started his flying journey out of Carson City, where he earned his Private Pilot Certificate and Instrument Rating. With career aspirations to fly for the Reno Air National Guard alongside a legacy major airline, he continued with his Commercial single and multiengine ratings in Southern California before returning to Reno to complete his CFI and CFII training.
Billy contributes his love and passion for aviation to his father, a former Navy pilot and American Airlines captain. He has supported Billy's flying goals since he was just a young kid, from going to the Reno Air Races to watch the fighter jets, to flying around the western United States in their RV-9 experimental.
$70 Per HR Primary Instruction
$80 Per HR Advanced Instruction
Colleen
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 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 Per HR Primary Instruction
$80 Per 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 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Per 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 per hour - Primary Instruction
$80 per hour - Advanced Instruction
Nolan
CFI CFII
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 Per Hr Primary Instruction
$80 Per Hr Advanced Instruction