Meet the Team

  • Brian Lightsey, CFI, CFII, MEI

    FOUNDER & CHIEF INSTRUCTOR

    Brian has been flying for over 20-years. He holds an FAA Gold Seal Flight Instructor Designation. Brian teaches all levels including Private, Instrument, Commercial-single engine, Commercial-multiengine, Flight Instructor, Instrument Instructor, & Multiengine Instructor applicants.

  • Ryan Sanderson, ATP, CFI

    SENIOR FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

    Ryan has over 3500-flight hours & over 20 years of flying experience. Ryan teaches Private, Commercial, & Flight Instructor applicants.

  • Connor Paetzold, CFI, CFII

    FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

    Connor has been flying since 2021. He holds a commercial pilot certificate (single & multi-engine). Connor teaches Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, & CFII applicants.

  • Open Position

    FlyRiverCity is looking for an exceptional Certificated Flight Instructor!

    Are you a passionate & enthusiastic CFI, CFII ? Do you thrive on delivering an outstanding customer experience and enjoy engaging with a wider audience through social media? Fly River City is looking for YOU!

    Who We Are:
    Fly River City is dedicated to providing a fun, positive, and professional atmosphere for our instructors & clients. We’re proud to offer exceptional pay, bonuses, and mentoring with senior instructors to help our instructors excel.

    What We Offer:

    Competitive pay starting at $40-hr plus bonuses for volume, recruitment, & client success

    Comprehensive syllabus and structure through partnership with Gold Seal Online Ground School

    Mentoring and professional development

    Access to well-maintained aircraft

    A collaborative, positive work environment

    Ideal Candidate:

    Is a current  CFI & CFII 

    Committed to delivering an exceptional, positive experience for every client

    Proficient and enthusiastic about creating social media content to market and grow your business

    Eager to work in a positive and collaborative environment with self-driven growth opportunities

    If you’re ready to elevate your flight instruction career while growing your personal brand and helping FlyRiverCity soar, we want to hear from you!

    Apply Today!
    Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining your passion for flight instruction and social media savvy to Brian.FlyRiverCity@gmail.com

    Fly River City – Where your passion for flying meets opportunity!