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All Colorado Flight Center instructors are certificated flight instructors (CFIs), authorized by the FAA to conduct ground and flight training. Flight training is conducted according the the policies specified in our Operations Manual. Our instructors have a wide variety of experience in primary, advanced, instrument, multi-engine, and mountain flying instruction. Additionally, we are Western Colorado's only flight school on the leading edge of cockpit and avionics technology. Ask around! You won't find another flight school that can compete with our hours, experience, and knowledge of Garmin, Bendix/King, Avidyne, Chelton, and other advanced EFIS systems. Don't spend your valuable lesson time teaching your instructor how to work your panel; come to the experts and get the most out of your flight instruction dollar.

Collin R. Fay

Collin began flying in 1989, and now has logged over 3300 hours of flight time, including nearly 2000 hours of instruction given. His credentials include CFI, CFI-IA, AGI, and MEI. He is also a FAA Designated Pilot Examiner working under authority of the Salt Lake City FSDO. e-mail Collin Collin R. Fay

Bradley J. Sullivan

Bradley, a Colorado native, learned to fly in the high deserts of southern Utah. After flying recreationally for a year, he attended Pinnacle Aviation Academy in San Diego California. After earning his Flight Instructor Certificates, he taught in the Southern California and L.A. basin. He moved to Grand Junction in 2001, and has been actively involved with the local aviation community ever since. Logging over 2500 hours of dual instruction, Bradley brings his passion for flying and joy of teaching to Colorado Flight Center. e-mail Bradley Bradley Sullivan

Curtis Thomas

Curt recently moved to Colorado to enjoy the beautiful vistas and to share his passion for aviation as an educator and pilot for Colorado Flight Center. Curtis is originally from Wisconsin, where he initially began flying in 1991. After working as a geologist, he returned to his true passion and pursued a career in aviation. Curt is a dedicated pilot and educator; his credentials include CFI (Certified Flight Instructor), CFI-IA (Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Airplane), and MEI (Multi-Engine Instructor). e-mail Curt Curt Thomas
Roy Reece

Roy has been flying professionally since 1974, starting as a flight instructor and eventually moving into corporate aviation flying turbo-props and small jets. Ultimately, Roy flew the 727, 737 and 757 for Continental Airlines until he recently retired. Despite having his CFI, CFI-IA, MEI, ATP and Flight Engineer ratings, Roy says "I'm still learning and instructing is a great way to learn." e-mail Roy

Roy Reece - CFI
Ray Salmon

Ray started flying in the UK in 1995 before moving to the US in 1998. While in college he started working as a flight instructor, corporate and charter pilot. In 2004 he and his family moved to Colorado where he flew the DHC-8 for Mesa Airlines for 3 years. While at Mesa, Ray became a simulator instructor and check airman, furthering his passion for teaching aviation to those just getting started in flying. In 2008, he decided to return to flight instructing, while working for the City of Grand Junction. Ray has several thousand hours of flight experience and is committed to excellence in his flying and instructing. e-mail Ray

Ray Salmon
Dwain Watson

Dwain began his flying career in 1976 while attending Iowa State University. He flew tactical jets for the US Navy for five years. He has been actively involved in aviation in Grand Junction since 1985, including 25 years of experience as a search and rescue pilot in the Colorado Mountains. Dwain is a NAFI-certified Master Flight Instructor with 1800 hours dual instruction given. He has over 3200 hours of flight time including approximately 1000 hours of tailwheel time. He has also taught aerobatics. Dwain holds MCFI with FAA Gold Seal, CFII, AGI, IGI. e-mail Watson

 Dwain Watson
Marisa Fay Marisa Fay founded Parkwest Air Tours in 1999 and has managed that business since its inception. A private pilot, Marisa also oversees the administrative and promotional side of Colorado Flight Center. She also is a freelance writer and has had articles published in AOPA Pilot, Pilot Getaways, and Southwest Aviator magazines. e-mail Marisa Marisa Fay
Tina Bond

Tina has recently moved back to Colorado after being gone for a short time. A Wyoming native, Tina loves the milder climate of the Grand Junction area. She has owned and operated her own business and knows the value of customer service. Tina loves being around the flying atmosphere, and is actively pursuing her private pilot certificate. As our receptionist and front office manager, Tina will greet you at the door and will most likely be the voice on the line when you call. e-mail Tina

Tina Bond

Instructor Rates

Flight Instructor

$50/hour