Aamro Experience

I always had a passion for aviation.   When I was a young teen, my dad learned to fly and bought his own C-172.  We flew a lot together. I soloed when I was 16 years old.  I went to Embry-Riddle and became a CFI in 1978.  I’ve been teaching ever since.  I hold a Commercial Multi-Engine Certificate and am a CFI and CFII.  I have given over 8000 hours of dual instruction. Now at 63 years old, I have been flying for nearly 50 years!  Dozens of my students have gone on to enjoy Professional Pilot careers.  AOPA has recognized me several times as a Distinguished CFI and has given me 3 Flight Training Experience Awards. 

As Chief Pilot and Director of Operations at Aamro, I am dedicated to providing excellence in flight training to each and every student with a keen dedication to safe operating practices for each and every one of our students and instructors.

Hi my name is Justin Hein and I have been with Aamro Aviation since February 2020. Starting in early 2021, I began managing the F45 office. Born and raised in West Palm Beach, I attended The King’s Academy and then furthered my education at Florida Atlantic University, where I graduated in 2021.

I always had a passion for aviation since I was young, constantly taking trips to PBI to watch planes. I first started flying at Aamro in the summer of 2019 and currently working on my commercial license. 

Hi there, my name is Brayden and I’m an instrument rated pilot working as an office supervisor at Aamro and working on my commercial pilot’s license. I’ve always dreamt of flying since I was little and have pursued my dream of aviation here at Aamro, as well as signing on to fly for PSA airlines when I turn 21! From working (and as a student) here at Aamro, you’ll never experience a more family-oriented flight school with some of the best flight training in South Florida.

Hi my name is Daniela Sorgente, but you can call me Nia! Traveling has always been a major part of my life; Born in Tennessee, Florida raised, while spending summers in Bologna, Italy, and I also lived in New York City, Australia, and England.

My passion for aviation was discovered right here at AAMRO Aviation in late 2019 when I took my first intro flight, and I’ve been building my experience between KLNA and F45 airports ever since. Looking forward to many more adventures in the skies.

My name is Hayley and I’m an Instrument Rated Commercial Pilot and Certified Flight Instructor. I started my training out of Santa Cruz, California almost four years ago and moved to Palm Beach, Florida in 2021. I love all things aviation, and enjoy Content Creating as well as Diving.

Hello, my name is Colton Hendricksen, I am a 22-year-old pilot who got my wings when I was 17. I’m originally from East Tennessee but I did some training in Texas before finally settling in Florida.

My passion for travel is what inspired me to become a pilot and that’s a passion I keep alive by being a flight instructor over the palm beaches. 

After earning my private pilot’s license at Aamro Aviation, I attended Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University for the rest of my ratings and certificates.

I decided to instruct at Aamro Aviation to help people achieve their goals in the same place where my aviation journey began. When I’m not flying, I love to workout and play sports. I can’t wait to help you achieve your aviation goals!

Hi I’m Sydney Chase, 26, from Houston, TX.   I started my aviation journey in 2018, and I’ve been instructing with Aamro for a year and a half now.

I have a Bachelors in Biology/Pre-Med from CU Boulder, but decided to change career paths shortly after graduating. In the future, I hope to transition to private charter and then eventually work for a major airline.

John Olaynick, CFI CFII MEI MEII. 
Flight instructor since 1995.

Hi, my name is Gabriela I’m currently a flight instructor here at AAMRO. I love traveling and was born in raised in South Florida. I first started flying roughly 2 years ago in 2020. While flying, I attended college in order to get my Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace science. I’m excited to continue to grow in my aviation career here! 

Frank LoPresti is an ATP FAA licensee pilot and CFII with about 2900 hour and has worked for Flight Safety International in the King Air Program. He has also worked as a Part 135 pilot flying King Air’s, Pilatus and Citation Jets.
Frank is originally from CT but now resides in southern Florida.

My name is Steven Olsen, I’ve been a pilot since 2017 and my adventures have taken me all over the Southeast United States and even the Bahamas. I’ve landed at the beautiful and sunny Key West all the way up to the ancient Appalachian Mountains that surround Asheville. Flying is my passion and I love showing other people what taking to the friendly skies is like.

Hello my name is Naomy! Originally from Miami, FL where I grew up with my family for about 21 years until I left to NYC be a flight attendant with Republic Airways. I grew up in the field of aviation all my life with my dad being a pilot and my mom working as a desk agent for the airlines. I knew I wanted to be in the field cause the excitement it brought to me when running through airports and being on the go, but I knew I didn’t want to stay in the back in the galleys of the airplane forever. So I made the jump and never looked back. I hope to continue growing and helping those around me find their path in skies we’re so lucky to be in. 

Josh is a Certified Flight Instructor originally from Atlanta, Georgia. Josh inherited his love for aviation from his Dad who is also a pilot but officially caught the flying bug after he went for a discovery flight shortly after moving to South Florida. Josh loves sharing aviation with others and helping them discover how much fun flying can be.

Hey I’m Jake! I’m originally from the Chicago area and moved to south Florida to attended the University of Miami where I graduated Magna Cum Laude. After graduation, I became a CFI, CFII, and MEI. When I’m not in the air, you’ll find me pursuing my passions: wakeboarding, scuba diving, photography, and performing music!

Hi there, I’m Matthew Calise. I was born and raised in West Palm Beach and have been with Aamro since June of 2021. Aviation has been a part of my life since I was a kid and I’m currently working on my commercial pilot license.

Additionally, I’m working towards a bachelor’s degree in aviation management with an associate in professional Pilot Technology.

My name is Jeff Hernandez and I’m proud to be working at Aamro as a desk agent while working on my commercial pilot certificate. I’ve always loved airplanes since I was a kid, and my goal is fly for a major airline in the future. Outside of the airport, I’m an emergency goaltender for the Florida Panthers of the NHL, and love to be on the ice with my friends

Hi my name is Jack, and I am a dispatcher here at Aamro. I am currently enrolled in Liberty University’s Online Bachelor of science in aeronautics program, and will be completing my flight training at Aamro though the Liberty flight training affiliate program. Being a part of the Aamro team has helped me make connections in the aviation world.

As a Florida native, I enjoy spending time with family/ friends, going on our boat, and playing golf. I am an Embry Riddle alumnus and Studied aviation Business/Supply Chain management. I am currently working on my pilot ratings and started flying in 2020

Hello, my name is Mackenzie Dieter, I am 23 and a Florida native. My love for aviation started later than most when I began my college career at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University.  In 2022 I graduated from ERAU with my BS in Global Conflict Studies as well as a double minor in Homeland Security and Terrorism Studies. Currently, I am working at the front desk here at AAMRO while finishing my pilot ratings. In my free time I love being outdoors and spending time with loved ones