Instructors & staff

Sunshine Flyers has been owned and operated by Michael Duncan for over 35 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.

Dwight has been flight instructing for almost a year and his work ethic is shown through the amount of successful private pilots he has already produced under his name. He is a easygoing and knowledgeable instructor that is always ready for a challenge. 

David Longo works part-time as an instructor and part-time as the manager of Mather Airport (KMHR), so his life is engulfed in aviation. David is a veteran, having served eight years in the Army, but don't peg him for the drill sergeant type; despite his discipline and drive, he is a very laid-back and patient instructor. David earned his ratings through ATP at Sacramento Executive Airport. (KSAC).

Christine has been with us since day one, starting as just a student pilot with a dream to fly. She quickly amassed the rest of her ratings and stands today as a CFII. Her feats are even more impressive knowing English is her second language, being originally from Austria. Christine is excited to continue her journey and impart her knowledge and skill to her students! 

Chris is another prodigy among Sunshine Flyers; he began flying with us on day one  in his own Cessna 182.  He has a comprehensive understanding of aviation, including everything from the business end to the practical side of flying and the pride of ownership. Aside from managing his own company, his passion is flying and instructing.   

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. 

You will find Matt most days at Sunshine Flyers whether he is working or not. 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.

When Brooklyn isn't working part-time at the desk for Sunshine Flyers, you can still find her about the airport; of which has become her second home since she discovered her love of flight. She is a commercial pilot eager to learn as she pursues a career in aviation, as well as to share her experiences and knowledge with others.

Tammy Meredith has worked for Sunshine Flyers since the summer of 2015. Tammy discovered her love for aviation a little later in life.  In getting her PPL she’s been enjoying being a passenger in beautiful aircraft such as a B-17, P-51 and flew right seat in the Ford Tri-Motor. Tammy continues to learn about aviation and is heading back to Alaska Sept. 2022 to get her seaplane rating. She’s not done yet, what’s in store next?