fbpx

Is Flight Training Right For You?

Take The Free Quiz

727-461-5229

  • Training Programs

    Is Flight School Right For You?

  • Aerial Tours

    Is Flight School Right For You?

  • Our School

    Is Flight School Right For You?

Get Started

About Us

Find Out More About Florida's Premier Flight School
Our Story
Meet the Crew
Play Video

World Class Instructors & Staff

Unlike other flight schools, Tampa Bay Aviation offers twice the amount of aircraft and instructors which allows for better flexibility in your schedule to train and build up the flight hours that you need to attain your license. You’ll find that our highly professional culture is very friendly, approachable, and sociable, giving you the ability to feel at ease as you complete your training.

Meet The Crew
Play Video

Our Story

Tampa Bay Aviation began in 2012 with one helicopter and the dream to expand general aviation and the passion for flight to the Tampa Bay area. Since that time, we have grown to four locations providing charter, flight instruction, tours, and aircraft maintenance. It is our desire to maintain the “local” company presence, with the “global” reach that today’s aviation customers demand.

Our flight school fleet includes some of the most cutting-edge aircraft with advanced cockpits on par with commercial airliners. Our pilots and instructors are some of the most respected in the area, with the knowledge and experience for every level.

Tampa Bay Aviation has an aircraft for almost every mission and budget. From a helicopter that can drop you on the golf course to the largest King Air turboprop to reach halfway across the United States. Our CitationJet can whisk you away to hundreds of locations in the southeast and is one fuel stop away from the western US.

Whether you want to accomplish your lifetime dream to become a pilot, tour our beaches from the air, or charter a private aircraft to your own paradise, Tampa Bay Aviation can serve your needs.

Our Four Locations

Tampa Bay Aviation offers Private to ATP training in Fixed Wing and Rotorcraft Aircraft

Clearwater Airport

1000 North Hercules Ave.
Clearwater, FL 33765
Phone: 727-461-5229

ALBERT WHITTED AIRPORT

540 1st Street Southeast
St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Phone: (727) 461-5229

ST. PETE-CLEARWATER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

14609 Airport Parkway #210
Clearwater, Fl 33762

TAMPA EXECUTIVE AIRPORT

6530 Tampa Executive Airport Rd #242
Tampa, FL 33610

Meet the Crew

Cullen Moorhead

Airplane Flight Instructor

Growing up underneath the approach path for St. Pete Clearwater airport, Cullen has always been looking to the skies! He took a discovery flight with Tampa Bay Aviation in 2020 and has since completed all of his ratings with TBA while also enrolled at the University of South Florida, where he has since graduated with a bachelor’s degree in communications and criminology. Outside of aviation, he loves exploring Tampa and enjoys all things the area has to offer!

Makenzie Wolf

Airplane Flight Instructor

Makenzie was born in Orlando, Florida. She completed her licenses in Arizona, but returned to Florida after missing the ocean views. Flying began as a potential hobby, but quickly overcame as a passion and she decided to leave her office career track to take to the skies. She looks forward to helping new students discover their passion and finally make dreams come true!

Makenzie currently has the following ratings (soon to grow):
Commercial: Airplane Single Engine Land
Certified Flight Instructor: Airplane CFI

Nikita Sidun

Airplane Flight Instructor

Nikita was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, and from a young age was always interested in aviation. At the age of 18, he began learning to fly at his local part 141 school near home and achieved all of his ratings up to Commercial single engine. Upon moving to Florida, he joined Tampa Bay Aviation to get his CFI rating and begin his career in aviation.

Julian Eisenreich

Helicopter Flight Instructor

Originally from Austria and raised in Germany, Julian discovered his passion for aviation while he lived in Australia. Julian aspires to blend his professional expertise with a touch of adventure. His dream? Soaring above the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii, integrating the thrill of flying with the laid-back rhythm of surfing, and making it a daily reality.

ZACK TAYLOR

Founder, Chief Helicopter Pilot, Helicopter Charter Pilot

Zack currently oversees Tampa Bay Aviation’s part 61 and part 141 helicopter flight school as chief helicopter instructor. His previous experience includes flying Eurocopters for AirLife in Florida and Georgia as well as Bell Helicopters in the Gulf of Mexico to oil platforms. Zack’s extensive experience and knowledge with helicopters drives Tampa Bay Aviation’s helicopter flight school to exceed expectations and continue to grow into a prestigious establishment.

Zack has the following ratings:
• Airline Transport Pilot: Helicopter
• Certified Flight Instructor: Helicopter CFI, CFII
• Commercial: Single Engine Land

JASON PAUL

Chief Fixed-Wing Pilot

Bio coming soon

ISAIAH KARSEN

Assistant Chief Fixed-Wing Pilot

Isaiah was born and raised in Michigan. He attended North Western Michigan college where he earned his pilot ratings up to commercial license. During his commercial check ride process he had come down to Florida to fly (better weather) and finished his commercial, CFI, CFII, and MEI ratings. Isaiah was hired directly from our CFI class when a spot opened up. His goal is to earn his hours and work for a regional airline or a cargo company.

Isaiah has the following ratings:

  • Commercial: Airplane Single Engine Land, Multi Engine Land
  • Certified Flight Instructor: Airplane CFI, CFII, MEI

JOSH MONTOUR

Assistant Chief Helicopter Pilot

Josh was born in Vermont and then went on to attend Southern Utah University. Josh trained in Cedar City, UT where he worked through all of his helicopter ratings. He would like to work as an EMS pilot and then work his way up to fire/utility flying!

Josh Montour has the following ratings:

  • Commercial: Helicopter
  • Flight Instructor: Helicopter CFI, CFII

CARLO BIAGINI

Gold Seal Flight Instructor, Helicopter Flight Instructor

Carlo is from Santa Rosa, California and began instructing in airplanes in 1991. After 12 years of fixed wing instruction, he decided it was time for a change and began a new challenge instructing in helicopters. He considers himself fortunate to have joined the exceptional team at Tampa Bay Aviation in 2018. Carlo would eventually like to pursue a career in fire fighting, EMS, or Search and Rescue

Carlo Biagini has the following ratings:

  • Airline Transport Pilot: Helicopter, Airplane Multi Engine Land
  • Commercial: Helicopter, Airplane Single Engine Land
  • Flight Instructor: Helicopter CFI, CFII; Airplane CFI, CFII, MEI
  • Ground Instructor: Advanced, Instrument

COREY HAYES

Helicopter Flight Instructor
Corey was born in Florida, but was raised in Vermont. He spent six years in the Air Force as enlisted aircrew before moving to the world of civilian aviation. Corey has worked in many different roles in aviation such as crew scheduler and aircraft dispatcher before discovering that being a helicopter pilot was the path for him. Corey completed his helicopter flight training just outside of Boise, Idaho, but has lived many years in the Tampa Bay area and is excited to be back. His long term goals are to one day work as a pilot for EMS or Police operations.
Corey holds following ratings:
  • Commercial: Helicopter
  • Certified Flight Instructor: Helicopter CFI, Helicopter CFII
  • Private: Airplane SEL:

ANGELO TSILIANOS

Angelo was born and raised in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Worked on the water as a Master Merchant Mariner (aka boat captain) since 2011, then began pursuing his childhood dream after taking an intro flight with TBA in 2020 and is currently working on becoming a flight instructor as he loves to teach and inspire others. He would like to eventually work for EMS and law enforcement.

Angelo holds the following ratings:

  • Commercial: Helicopter

LIZANDRA LIMA

Airplane Flight Instructor

Lizandra was born in Brazil and was introduced to the aviation world after taking a Flight Attendant Course back in her home country. She got really passionate about airplanes and decided to pursue a career as a pilot when she moved to the US. Lizandra has a passion for flying and is looking forward to helping student pilots achieve their goals and mold the future of aviation.

Lizandra has the following ratings:

  • Commercial: Airplane Single Engine Land, Multi Engine Land
  • Certified Flight Instructor: CFI, CFII

BRITTANY MAGUIRE

Airplane Flight Instructor

JIMMY HALL

Airplane Flight Instructor

DAVID WANDREY

Airplane Flight Instructor

David comes from an extensive background in luxury hospitality. After completing his degree in North Idaho, he has since worked for companies such as; The Walt Disney Company, Four Seasons and Private Estate Management. He recently switched to a career in aviation in hopes of working for a Part 135 charter company. David is always willing to share his passion for aviation and to help others pursue a career in flying. Just like he changed his career, he believes it is never too late to follow a dream.

David has the following ratings:

  • Commercial: Airplane Single Engine Land, Multi-Engine Land
  • Certified Flight Instructor: Airplane CFI, CFII

About Us

Services

Training Programs

Request More Info

727-461-5229
office@tampabayaviation.com

Office Hours:
Sun-Sat 8:30am-5:30pm

Facebook Twitter Instagram Youtube
© 2023 Tampa Bay Aviation | All Rights Reserved | Website by Paper Jacket

ROMANTIC ADD ON

Chocolate-covered strawberries, champagne, and beautiful roses will complement the flight of your choice. Add to any flight for just $99 (flat rate for any tour). Please call 48 hours in advance to book your romantic tour. Our office hours are 9am-5 pm. Call for details! 727-461-5229