Nijat Akhundov

Nijat obtained his CFI and CFII in 2022.  He is passionate about teaching and sharing his love for aviation with students.  When he is not flying, he is a ballroom dance instructor and loves spending time with his husky. He also speaks 4 languages.

Russell Sims

Russell loves flying and has an easy going personality. He is driven to learn and wants students to feel comfortable asking questions. On his off time he loves hiking, climbing and trail running.

Adiv Averch

Adiv is a Colorado native and completed all of his certificates and ratings here at Aspen Flying Club. He is currently attending Metropolitan State University of Denver studying Aviation and Aerospace Science. Adiv loves sharing the enjoyment, accomplishments, and...

Tanner Coe

Tanner grew up and went to school in Colorado. He stared his civil aviation career with Aspen Flying Club before moving and going to school in the mountains at Colorado Northwestern Community College to get his private pilot, instrument rating and commercial license....

Mattison DeGarmo

While in college and working towards a business degree, Mattison had the opportunity to play indoor and beach volleyball in California. When she graduated, she quickly decided that she wanted something more than just sitting behind a desk. After moving back to...