Meet the Team

  • Brian Lightsey, CFI, CFII, MEI

    CEO & Director of Aviation Education

    Brian is an FAA Gold Seal CFI, CFII, MEI with 20+ years of aviation experience & a 100% pass rate for Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, & CFII applicants. His former career as a psychotherapist allows him to easily connect & engage with many types of learners.

  • Sierra Montelongo, CFI, CFII

    Lead Flight Instructor

    Sierra is a skilled, patient, & knowledgable instructor with a 100% pass rate! She is a graduate of Metropolitan State University’s Professional Aviation Program. She holds a Commercial Pilot Certificate, CFI, CFII, & AGI. Sierra teaches Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, & CFII applicants.

  • Ryan Sanderson, ATP, CFI

    Senior Flight Instructor

    Ryan has over 3500-flight hours & over 20 years of flying experience. Ryan’s primary job is flying jets all over the country, as well as professionally managing various aircraft. Ryan teaches Private, Commercial, & CFI applicants by special arrangement.

  • Open Position

    FlyRiverCity is looking for exceptional CFI/CFII Contractors!

    Are you a passionate & enthusiastic independent contractor with your CFI-I? Do you thrive on delivering an outstanding customer experience and enjoy engaging with a wider audience through social media? FlyRiverCity is looking for YOU!

    Who We Are:
    FlyRiverCity 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 CFIs excel.

    What We Offer:

    1099 Contract CFIs are paid $35-$50 hr.

    A collaborative& positive environment

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

    Mentoring and professional development

    Access to well-maintained aircraft

    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

    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

    FlyRiverCity – Where your passion for flying meets opportunity!