Front Range Flight School Instructors
We are proud to have a diverse and extremely talented team of flight instructors for your flight training.
From basic flight instruction to commercial and multi-engine, our passionate instructors are here for our students but do it in such a way where we take the student’s needs and requirements as priority.
We ensure that every student or pilot is taught and guided in such a way where aviation becomes second nature in a safe and practical way.
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Alex Toussaint
Flight Instructor
CFI
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Ben Elfert
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI
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Bob Brown
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI
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Brady Coates
Flight Instructor
CFI
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Brent Delehoy
Flight Instructor
CFI, Commercial
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Brian Eaton
Owner
Gold Seal CFI, CFII, MEI
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Browning Stimson
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII
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Burt Eaton
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI
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Cassandra Maniak
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI
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Chris Worthey
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI
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Colton Wrightsman
Flight Instructor
CFI
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Jarrett English
Flight Instructor
CFI, AGI
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Matt Haag
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI
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Michael Colbert
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII
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Mike Dennis
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII
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Murray Hawthorne
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, AGI
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Ryan Hernbloom
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII
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Tim Sale
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI, Mountain, Tailwheel
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Tristan LaTourette
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII, MEI
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Wade Wood
Flight Instructor
CFI, CFII
Alex Toussaint
Flight Instructor
Alex Toussaint comes to Front Range Flight School with 15 years of aviation instruction and knowledge. Alex is currently employed at the Aviation Department of the Metropolitan State University of Denver. He is the Lab Coordinator for the World Indoor Airport, managing all the aviation related simulators and equipment that is keep within the aviation department. Alex has an extended background in aviation being a chief pilot for a local flight school, a Part 135 On Demand Operation. He was also a corporate pilot for a local Denver company. His passion with aviation shows when he is teaching the art of flying to new and former students.
- alex@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 303-489-5329
Ben Elfert
Flight Instructor
Ben began flying 20+ years ago when he started Navy Flight Training. After 20 years of primarily flying the P-3C Orion and T-34C Mentor, he took his military instructing experience and brought it over to the general aviation side in 2016. His favorite part about being a flight instructor is partaking in the miracle of flight and seeing the joy in others as they progress through training and gain new skills.
* General Aviation Flight Instructor-6 years
* 20 years military flight experience
* ATP & CFII-MEI
* Currently: B737 First Officer – United Airlines
- ben.elfert@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 240-298-6832
Bob Brown
Flight Instructor
* General Aviation Flight Instructor-43 years
* United Airlines Instructor: B757/767/777-23 years
* Former FAA Designated Pilot Examiner
* ATP & CFII-MEI
* Corporate & Charter Pilot: 16 years
* Currently: B757/767 Captain – United Airlines
- bob.brown@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 303-589-4529
Brady Coates
Flight Instructor
- brady.coates@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 970-270-8937
Brent Delehoy
Flight Instructor
Brent first received flight instruction in January 1997. He then went on to earn his Private, Instrument, Commercial and Instructor rating. In his free time, he loves everything aviation, Jeeps, motorcycles and traveling. He often can be found in his shop working on a Jeep or a motorcycle.
- brent.delahoy@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 970-420-9228
Brian Eaton
Owner
It continues to be his pleasure to operate as Chief Pilot of Front Range Flight School where people can come together and be around like minded individuals who are passionate about aviation and work to help each become better pilots.
Whether it is seeing a young person mature in front of him as they learn what it means to be a pilot, or hearing an adult student who has flown their first solo thank him for helping to realize a lifelong dream it is these experiences that will continue to drive his and our passion for aviation at Front Range Flight School.
- brian@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 720-982-7263
Browning Stimson
Flight Instructor
Browning’s first flight in a small plane was at 3 months old, and she’s had a passion for flying ever since. Although she didn’t start taking flight lessons until after graduating from Texas A&M University, it was always a huge part of her life growing up. Her dad and three older brothers are all airline pilots and her mom is a flight attendant, so aviation is at the center of her family. In her free time, Browning likes to hike, ski, and spend time with her pets.
- browning.stimson@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 817-343-3812
Burt Eaton
Flight Instructor
As a retired airline pilot, Burt has many years of experience, and is now able to fly as a hobby and help others achieve their dreams of flying as well. Burt has been type rated in the following aircraft: B-737, B-757/ 767, BA-3100, and F27.
- burt@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 720-837-3929
Cassandra Maniak
Flight Instructor
Cassandra Maniak began her aviation career in 2017 as a flight attendant for SkyWest Airlines. It was there she fell in love with the aviation lifestyle but knew that her place was on the other side of the flight deck door as a pilot.
After 3 years, she went on professional leave from SkyWest so she can get her ratings and hours, then return to the commercial industry as a pilot.
Now, Cassandra has her CFI, CFII, & MEI, and is spending her time sharing her love of flying with others.
Whether you are a brand new pilot, or are seasoned and just want a refresher or a flight review, Cassandra is happy to help you on your aviation journey.
- cassandra.maniak@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 734-658-7447
Chris Worthey
Flight Instructor
Chris learned to fly and obtained the majority of his ratings between 2005-2007. When the 2008 financial crisis occurred, his career aspirations changed and he became an Air Traffic Controller with the FAA. Chris currently works at Centennial Airport Air Traffic Control Tower and loves “controlling the chaos”. Chris is a CFI and CFII and loves helping future aviators achieve their goals! In his free time, Chris enjoys spending time with his wife and their border collie/basset hound named Aspen.
- chris.worthey@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 303-918-5429
Colton Wrightsman
Flight Instructor
Colton was born and raised in Castle Rock, CO. and is currently in his final semester at MSU Denver. Colton fell in love with aviation at just 5 years and knew that this was his ultimate dream.
In 2020, Colton began his journey to achieve ratings and certifications through Front Range Flight School and is thrilled to be a part of the flight instructor team.
Colton has his Commercial ASEL, Instrument rating, and is a certified flight instructor (initial) and is working on completing his CFI-I add-on within the next few months.
Colton is eager to provide excellent instruction on behalf of the flight school and along side his fellow flight instructors.
- colton.wrightsman@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 303-946-9501
Jarrett English
Flight Instructor
Born in Daytona Beach, Florida, Jarrett joined the Navy after high school.
After 8 years in the Navy and seeing the world, he decided to pursue his dream of aviation.
He attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University where he graduated with a degree in Aeronautical Science along with his Commercial ASEL – AMEL certificate with an Instrument Rating.
Upon graduation, he chose to move here to Colorado.
Jarrett received his CFI and AGI in 2022. During his free time, he enjoys golfing, exploring the mountains, and going to concerts.
- jarrett.english@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 678-749-5486
Matt Haag
Flight Instructor
- matt.haag@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 801-419-7198
Michael Colbert
Flight Instructor
Michael was born in Southern California but grew up and spent the majority of his life here in Colorado. He’s a Navy veteran, which is where his love for aviation began and has continued outside of the service and is also a full time student at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
Michael has a commercial single and multi engine license with instrument rating. He recently got his instructor certificates to include CFII with MEI on the way. He’s stoked to be here at Front Range and is ready to start teaching.
- michael.colbert@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 303-828-7565
Mike Dennis
Flight Instructor
I started flying in 2007 as a full-time flight student. In 2008 I got my CFI rating and instructed for the next year. I also became a driver’s ed instructor where I specialized in training autistic students. I am working to get into the airlines. I enjoy teaching and getting students to improve their flying skills.
- mike.dennis@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 720-257-2790
Murray Hawthorne
Flight Instructor
A native of Michigan, following ROTC and an undergraduate degree from Michigan State University, Murray’s aviation career started as a 2nd Lieutenant in the US Army back in 1987. After 10 years, 1,000+ flight hrs, service at USAAVNC as a UH-60A Blackhawk helicopter CFII, and promotion to the rank of Major, he decided to leave active duty Army aviation in exchange for a career in the medical device manufacturing industry. His interest in aviation reignited 15 years later when he added ASEL credentials to his Commercial RW and CFII certificates. His ASEL cross country day, night, IMC experience exceeds 60,000 NM with destinations including Naples Fl, Rutland VT, Mackinaw Island MI, Anchorage AK, Bellingham WA, Santa Ana CA, and over 60 airports in between. He says he added the AGI and IGI ratings to his Ground Instructor Certificate “just for the fun of it.”
- murray.hawthorne@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 651-448-0608
Ryan Hernbloom
Flight Instructor
Ryan’s had a passion for aviation since he can remember and took his first flight at the age of 12 with the Civil Air Patrol. After obtaining his private pilot certificate at 19, he went on to receive his instrument, commercial multi and single engine ratings, and eventually his flight instructor certificates. One of his favorite highlights in aviation was flying in a C-130 to DIA for its opening air show. He has flown to airports around the country like Sedona, Arizona and San Diego, California in two of his favorite aircraft, the Diamond Twin Star and the Cirrus SR22T. His greatest thrill, however, is seeing his students obtain the flying and decision making skills necessary to become safe and competent pilots.
- ryan.hernbloom@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 720-675-7979
Tim Sale
Flight Instructor
Tim Sale has been flying in the Rockies for almost 40 years. His first mountain experience was in a Piper J-3 Cub. The J-3 Cub is grossly underpowered and flying one in the mountains takes a lot of skill.
Tim’s students come from all over the USA and Canada to learn how to fly in the Rockies.
His approach is to teach pilots how to safely fly in the mountains, not just over them.
Tim will develop your skills on how to extract the maximum performance from your aircraft and use the terrain conditions in the mountains to their greatest extent.
- tim@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 303-882-3659
Tristan LaTourette
Flight Instructor
- tristan.latourette@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 678-373-9947
Wade Wood
Flight Instructor
Wade Wood first received his pilot license back in 1978. Over the course of the next two years he received his commercial license, instrument rating and his instructor rating. Wade then worked as an air traffic controller for the next twenty-five years at the Denver AARTC (Denver Center). After retiring in 2007, Wade decided to return to flight instruction and received his Instrument Instructor rating. Wade Wood holds ASEL Instructor rating and Instrument Instructor rating.
- wade@frontrangeflightschool.com
- 303-391-1720
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Front Range Flight School
at Colorado Air and Space Port (KCFO)
37501 Cessna Way
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Phone: (720) 646-2350
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