Your Dedicated Flight Mentors
Bird Dog Flight Services provides a superior alternative to high-volume 'flight factories'. We combine a meticulously maintained, IFR-equipped fleet with personalized, one-on-one mentorship.
We believe there is a
better way to learn to fly.
We founded our school in Fort Worth because we saw a significant gap in the aviation industry: students were being treated like numbers in "big-box" flight academies. To change this, we operate with a strict Above-the-Standard commitment to your training. Our approach ensures that you are always a valued part of the crew, never just a line item on a ledger.
Whether you are looking to launch a professional career or fly for the sheer joy of it, we provide a personalized environment where our instructors know your name, your goals, and your specific learning needs. This tailored environment helps our students graduate faster and reach their aviation milestones with a level of consistency and personalized attention that large-scale programs simply cannot match.
LEARN WHY WE ARE DIFFERENT
Dedicated to Your Aviation Journey
Meet Our Instructors
Train with experienced professionals dedicated to your safety, success, and aviation goals.
Madison Barber
Founder & Chief Flight Instructor (CFII)Madison is a fourth-generation pilot who holds an ATP certificate with multiple type ratings and has previously served as Director of Training under Part 135.
Samuel Couch
Flight School ManagerSamuel has been with Bird Dog Flight Services since 2021 and brings a professional pilot's perspective to the day-to-day operation. At Bird Dog, he oversees the technical and logistical side of the school and helps to keep the flight line running smoothly.
Coleby Booth
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)Coleby loves sharing his passion for aviation and believes learning works best when it's fun, hands-on, and tailored to each student's goals. He's dedicated to making every lesson enjoyable while building the confidence and skills of a safe, capable pilot.
Joe Lake
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI | CFII)Joe transitioned from corporate leadership to aviation and now enjoys helping students become safe, confident pilots. His favorite part of instructing is seeing students achieve their goals.
Aiden Haskins
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI | CFII)Aiden enjoys the problem-solving side of flight training and takes a patient, methodical approach with every student. Whether he's working with a first-time student pilot or an instrument candidate, his goal is the same: build the judgment and habits that make a pilot safe long after the checkride.
Are You Ready to Take Off?
Stop dreaming. Start flying.
Join a community of pilots who value efficiency, safety, and personalized mentorship.