Our Team
MAA Team
Our Team of Aviation Professionals
At Magnolia Aviation Academy, our people are our sky-worthy strength. From seasoned flight instructors to mission-driven leadership and dedicated support staff, each member of our team brings real experience, a passion for flight, and a student-centered focus to everything they do.
Whether you’re taking your first discovery flight or pursuing advanced certifications, you’ll be learning with instructors who value safety, clear communication, and a supportive training environment. Behind the scenes, our leadership and operations teams keep every part of your training experience on course — from scheduling and administration to compliance and quality assurance.
Leadership Team
Brian Simmons
CEO
Bud DeWayne
COO / CTO
Kris Whaley
VP Safety and Compliance
Steven Wood
Safety and Compliance
Jenn Hamilton
Sales
Carina Allen
President
Lawrenceville, GA (KLZU)
Madisen Sims
Base Manager
Logan Coleman
Lead CFI
Eren Molyneux
Front Desk
Brayden Clark
Front Desk
Madison Raesly
CFI
Drew Brown
CFI
Ethan Palmer
CFI
Maggie
CBO
Millington, TN (2M8)
Taylor Timaeus
Base Manager
Taylor Dixon
Front Desk / Sales
Spencer Beck
CFI
Jonathan Clark
Part Time Senior CFI
Daniel Massee
CFI
Jeff Martin
PT Senior CFI
Transform Your Passion into a Profession
Why Train With Us
Student-Focused Instruction
Learn real-world flying skills with instructors who build confidence from day one.
Modern Training Fleet
Train in well-maintained aircraft designed for real-world flying.
Flexible Scheduling
Train full-time or part-time with a schedule that fits your life.
Clear Path to Your License
Follow a guided training path from ground school to solo flight and beyond.
School Affiliates
Our Trusted Partners
We’re proud to be affiliated with respected aviation schools and training programs that share our commitment to safety, quality instruction, and student success
