THE Premier FLIGHT SCHOOL

OF NORTH MYRTLE BEACH

No Holding Short

Based at Grand Strand Airport (KCRE) in North Myrtle Beach, Falcon Flight Academy is the leading destination for top-notch aviation training. Our experienced instructors are committed to equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to excel in the aviation industry. We provide a range of flight training and ground school programs, including private pilot, instrument rating, commercial pilot, flight instructor, and flight instructor-instrument. With a fleet of modern aircraft, we offer the highest quality education to our students.

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Meet Our Squadron

Out team is dedicated to providing personalized instruction and unwavering support to help you achieve your aviation goals. From your first solo to advanced ratings, our team is with you every step of the way.

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Director of Operations

Matthew Harmon

CFI/CFII/MEI

Matt discovered his passion for aviation early—taking his first flight at just 7 years old, and was flying inverted by the age of 8. That early spark grew into a lifelong commitment to the skies and a career dedicated to helping others achieve their own dreams of flight.

Driven by a love for both flying and teaching, Matt finds his greatest reward in watching students succeed. His passion led him to launch a flight school, focused on using next-generation training aircraft and offering instruction at an affordable rate—making the skies more accessible to all aspiring pilots.

Director of Maintenance

Christian Ruby

CFI/CFII

Christian always had a mind for technical work, but the thrill and freedom of flying quickly outshined a future behind a desk. What started as a practical decision—choosing the cockpit over engineering—evolved into a full-fledged career in aviation, driven by both passion and purpose.

Christian enjoys working closely with students, helping them set goals and achieve milestones as they grow into safe, confident pilots. His commitment to accessible, high-quality training led him to start his own flight school, where he continues to mentor the next generation of aviators.

Senior Flight Instructor

Noah Schaser

CFI/CFII

Growing up just 30 minutes from the world’s largest airshow—EAA AirVenture Oshkosh—Noah was exposed to aviation often. Visits to the show sparked a deep admiration for flight that never left him. After starting his career as an investments accountant, Noah realized his true passion lay in aviation and made the leap into the pilot's seat.

Noah is committed to developing safe, skilled pilots who respect the responsibility and privilege of flying. He brings a well-rounded perspective to the cockpit, having flown a variety of aircraft and trained at several flight schools across the country.

Flight Instructor

Broden Hughes

CFI/CFII

Born and raised locally, Broden developed a passion for aviation close to home and has continued turning that interest into a career in the cockpit. As a CFI/CFII, he enjoys sharing that passion with others and helping students build the skills, confidence, and judgment needed to become safe, capable pilots.

With a patient and approachable teaching style, Broden works to make every lesson productive and enjoyable. He takes pride in helping students reach each new milestone, overcome challenges, and continue building toward their goals in aviation.

Flight Instructor

Isabelle McFadden

CFI/CFII

Isabelle has a genuine passion for aviation and enjoys helping others experience the same excitement that drew her to flying. As a CFI/CFII, she brings a calm, encouraging approach to each lesson and focuses on helping students build strong skills, confidence, and good decision-making in the cockpit.

She enjoys working with students at every stage of training and takes pride in helping each person progress toward their goals. Whether it’s a first flight or an advanced rating, Isabelle strives to make every lesson productive, comfortable, and enjoyable.

Flight Instructor

Cason McClendon

CFI

Cason was born and raised locally and has always had a passion for pushing himself and taking on new challenges. After playing college football, he discovered aviation and quickly realized he had found the career and community he wanted to be a part of. That passion led Cason to pursue flight training and ultimately turn flying into a career.


Today, he enjoys sharing his love of aviation with students and helping them build the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to reach their own goals in the cockpit.

Maximizing Lift

Our fleet of aircraft is carefully chosen and equipped to meet the unique needs of our students, offering the perfect blend of safety, reliability, and modern technology. Each aircraft provides an ideal learning environment, ensuring you have the tools and confidence to excel at every stage of your training.

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