Owner/Operator
Michael Duncan
Sunshine Flyers has been owned and operated by Michael Duncan for over 40 years. With approximately 40 years of flight time and nearly 8000 hours of instructor time, he has more experience than most other pilots with decades work expertise. He truly enjoys tailwheel flying and basic aerobatics.
CFI
Sofia Goodwin
Sofia has been flight instructing for almost a year and she has already helped many students achieve licenses of there own. With many hours in Tailwheel and Mountain flying, and multiengine rated she is always down to go explore new places. Sofia is dedicated to helping people enjoy flying as much as she does in a safe and fun environment. Come say hello!
CFI
Christopher Hale
Chris Hale kicked off his flying adventure with us at Sunshine Flyers in his Cessna 182 and he hasn’t looked back. Now a seasoned flight instructor, he’s helped many people become pilots. With a passion for mountain flying, Chris has logged numerous hours exploring backcountry strips in the Western United States, Canada and Southeast Alaska. Chris offers specialized Mountain Flying courses to share the practical skills and know-how he’s picked up along the way. Approachable and hands-on, Chris loves teaching pilots how to tackle rugged terrain with confidence—whether you’re a beginner or just looking to sharpen your edge.
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Holly Brusa
Holly specializes in instrument instruction, but is happy to fly with any student at any level. She is also multiengine rated and has experience in a wide variety of aircraft. If you are looking for an instructor to come fly in your own airplane chances are high that she has flown it before!
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Vinh Truong
Sunshine Flyers is lucky to have Vinh on our team. Vinh has had dozens of satisfactory applicants achieve licenses and ratings. He is calm, cool, and collected in the aircraft at all times putting any nervous flyer at ease explaining every process thoroughly.
CFI
Scott Woodland
Scott, who has been fascinated with flight since he was a boy, began flying when he was 18 years old. After a brief hiatus from flying to pursue a career in civil engineering, he returned in his mid-40s with the goal to teach others how to fly. Between training his adorable golden retriever Flare, and working part-time as a civil engineer, Scott has a strong passion for educating and assisting individuals in realizing their lifelong ambition of flying. If you are looking to become an flight instructor we highly recommend scheduling with him!
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Max Devlin
Max is the newest member of our crew and is motivated to get people airborne and licensed. Max instructs in our Cessna 172s and the Piper Arrow. He has also completed ratings here at Sunshine and he is ready to help you navigate through any issues you may encounter through out your training in or outside the aircraft.
Office Staff/CFI
Matthew Carlson
You will find Matt most days at Sunshine Flyers whether he is working or not. He is also a Certified Flight Instructor and like most pilots, he can never forget the very first time he saw an airplane, and at that moment knew he wanted to fly. Matt has a wealth of experience and knowledge in broad array of fields. He can help you with the great majority of your flying questions and desires.
Office Staff
Shaea Payne
When Shaea isn't working at the desk for Sunshine Flyers, you can still find her about the airport. She is a Certified Advanced Ground Instructor & Commercial pilot/CFI student eager to learn as she pursues a career in aviation, as well as to share her experiences and knowledge with others. If you ever need a friend to ask questions or yap in between flights then come say hello!