After spending enough time at the hangar, you’re sure to see Shelli’s big smile. She helps keep Capital Flight running behind the scenes, managing everything from invoices and HR to events, client experience, and the sweet #CapFlight social media. In her free time, she enjoys kayaking, hunting, and camping.

Uncle Al is a gifted aviation technician and the big cheese of the Air Maintenance Center. If it has a motor, wings, wheels, or any combination thereof, Al can fix it. His attention to detail and experience make him one of the best A&P/IAs in the area. When he’s not working, he’s camping or still working on airplanes.

Beau is Capital Flight’s Lead Flight Instructor and tailwheel guru. A stunningly talented pilot who has literally flown it all; from Super Cubs to Extras and even Caravans on floats. When Beau isn’t STOL’ing around, he enjoys riding his collection of motorcycles.​​

Ever wonder why Capital Flight looks so amazing? Joey keeps both locations running smoothly and has his sights set on a future in aircraft maintenance. When he’s not keeping things in top shape, you’ll find him camping, biking, cooking, and planning his next big grill session.

A lifelong aviator, Artun has shared his passion for flight with others for years. While pursuing a career as a flight surgeon, he has taught seaplane and mountain flying in the Alaskan bush. When he isn’t chasing the perfect 3-point landing, he’s playing guitar in his rock band.​

A third-generation pilot who has had a passion for aviation from an early age.  Growing up going to EAA Airventure every summer and building model airplanes.
When not in the air, Derek enjoys traveling with his fiancé & working on his golf game.  

Not long after discovering 
tailwheel airplanes, Finn bought his own Husky.  When he's not flying, he loves riding motorcycles, mountain bikes, and walking his dog

After earning a Marketing degree from the University of St. Thomas, Kade turned his lifelong passion for aviation into a career. He loves helping others pursue their flying dreams. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and golfing.

Ken is a proud member of the Capital Flight Aircraft Maintenance family. With years of experience and a passion for turning wrenches, he helps keep our aircraft flying safely. When he’s not at the hangar, you’ll find him working on his car, kayaking, skiing, or enjoying his next adventure.

Part pilot, part mechanic — Maddie pairs technical know-how with a love for aviation adventure. To her, flight training isn’t just check boxes, but a chance to explore general aviation and the freedom it affords. If she’s not at the airport, she’s just as happy wake surfing and foiling at the lake!

Sam turned her dream of flying into a career and now helps others achieve theirs. A CFI with a background in applied statistics, she combines precision with a passion for teaching. When she’s not flying, you’ll find her volunteering, cheering on the Badgers, or tackling her next project.

Part of the legendary Capital Flight Aircraft Maintenance family, Tom carries on the tradition started by “Uncle Al.” Whether it has wings or an engine, chances are he can fix it. Known for his technical skills and impeccable style, Tom brings experience, precision, and dedication to the hangar every day.

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