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


