Instructors & Team

Michael Forseth is the founder of Pilot Rise and a current Airbus A320 airline pilot. He began flying at 15, soloed at 16, completed his flight training under Part 61, and later used those certificates for academic credi...

From the moment Jaxon took his first discovery flight, he was hooked. The thrill of soaring above the earth lit a fire within him, leading him straight into flight school after high school. Now, as an instructor, Jaxon i...

Anthony has a passion for aviation and is dedicated to developing safe, skilled, and confident pilots. His journey began in the skies of Colorado, where he discovered his love for flying and built a foundation rooted in...

Jason is the friendly voice behind the phone, making sure you're taken care of every step of the way. He loves his wife, kids, the Texas Rangers, and helping people achieve their aviation dreams.

Jordan began flying in 2022 and completed part of his flight training at Pilot Rise, including using Pilot Rise as his foundation while training as a CFI. Renowned for his exceptional knowledge and unwavering dedication...

Having graduated from the American Airlines Cadet Academy, Ricky has been deeply involved in aviation from a young age. While still in high school, he attended college courses to jump-start his flight training at 18. Wit...

With 8 years of flying and a decade of experience in aviation safety, Diana brings a deep expertise to her field. Her knowledge is enhanced by both a bachelor's and a master's degree in Aviation Safety. When not immersed...

Andrew has had a deep passion for aviation from a young age, often begging his dad to take him to air shows and museums. With over six years of experience in the aviation industry, he is now a flight instructor with Pilo...

Sam has always dreamed of a career in aviation. After taking a discovery flight with Pilot Rise he was hooked. He received his Private Pilot License at Hicks and went on to Oklahoma State University where he received his...

Liam is a third generation pilot with aviation in his blood and a strong foundation of knowledge to match. He has completed his two year degree and is pursuing his four year degree, with a goal of flying C-130 Hurricane...

Jayna brings energy and enthusiasm to everything she does, whether she's paddle boarding at sunrise, line dancing on the weekend, hiking new trails, or flying just for the joy of it. As a flight instructor at Pilot Rise...

Originally from Chattanooga, TN, Tanner moved to Texas with his wife in 2022. His aviation journey started with a discovery flight at Pilot Rise, which sparked his interest in flying. Before aviation, Tanner worked in th...

Jake has had a passion for aviation since an early age. As a third-generation pilot, he has let that lifelong love take him all over the world. A Texas A&M graduate, Jake loves traveling, staying active at the gym, and p...

Following his service in the United States Air Force as a C-5M crew chief, Michael pursued his passion for aviation while completing his Bachelor of Science in Aviation at Liberty University. He enjoys sharing his knowle...

Taylor is a Dallas-based flight instructor and current flight attendant who helps students build knowledge, skill, and confidence from the first lesson forward. She began flying in 2024, has logged 500 hours, and is work...