OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Alex Hamlin
Founder and President
Alex founded FLYT Aviation after discovering a huge gap in the availability of aircraft while he was trying to learn to fly. In addition to FLYT Aviation, Alex works for an innovative Public Safety Emergency Technology software company. Alex has a combination of experience from law enforcement and technology business development. He began his career in Law Enforcement at the age of 18 in Metro Atlanta and served in numerous capacities during his tenure as a law enforcement officer including Sr. Police Officer, Detective, and Crime Scene Investigator.
Doug Hallberg
Chief Pilot
Doug is currently employed by a major airline in Atlanta as a Captain on the Boeing 757/767. Doug graduated from N.A.I.A in 1988 and has worked out of Atlanta for over 26 years. He is a CFI, CFII, and MEI. Prior to his current position as a Boeing 757/767 Captain, Doug flew the MD88 as a Captain for 12 years. Doug has returned to flying general aviation these last 6 years during his off time and is thoroughly enjoying helping new young aviators achieve their goals as well as spending time flying with the Falcon RV Squadron in formations around the area and doing aerobatics in his RV7A.
James R. Pigg, Jr.
Assistant Chief Pilot
J.R. began his flying career in 1979. He served 21 Years in the U.S. Air Force flying the F-4E & F-16. A graduate of the Fighter Weapons School, he was a Mission Commander flying 35 Combat Missions in Iraq and Bosnia. In 2000, J.R. retired from the USAF and began flying for Delta Air Lines. 21 years later he retired as a Boeing 767ER Captain. Today he mentors the FLYT Instructors & Student Pilots. He enjoys flying & instructing in his RV-7 and traveling with his wife Cathy (married for 40+ Years).
Angie Faulise
Vice President of Customer Success
Angie is a retired Air Force command pilot having served 20 years after graduating from the United State Air Force Academy, flying and instructing in the T-38 Talon and C-141 Starlifter. With her husband Joe, also a military aviator and now a 27-year Delta Captain, and having both daughters complete their Private Pilot certification through FLYT Aviation, the oldest continuing flight training at Auburn University, Angie is well versed in pilot training pathways. She is excited to be a part of the FLYT team preparing the next generation of pilots to master the skies.
Harlan Hamlin
Director of Business Operations
Harlan is an entrepreneur who has acquired more than 30 years of success by driving profitability and productivity in the telecommunications, wireless, technology, and aviation technology industries. Some of his accomplishments include executive roles at notable companies such as: SkySwitch, Satellink Technologies, Syncpoint Technology Group, AT&T and Verizon Wireless. Amazingly, Harlan accomplished all of this while raising two children and pursuing his aviation hobby. Over the years he has earned his multi-engine license and quickly became an instrument-rated pilot. Presently, Harlan enjoys serving in an executive role at FLYT Aviation.
Jacob Tyson
Sr. Director of Flight Operations
Certified Flight Instructor Jacob Tyson began flying when he was fifteen years old. Jacob loves flying and in his spare time restores old cars as a hobby.
Debbie Tyson
Director of Academics & Admissions
Debbie's love for flying began at an early age when she would accompany her father, a Delta employee, to work. As years went by, Debbie dabbled in aviation but did not pursue it actively. When her fourteen-year-old son took his first discovery flight at Falcon Field, Debbie's love for flying was rekindled. She began attending ground school with her son and before long, mastered the topics. Debbie became absorbed in her newfound passion, obtained her Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI) certificate, and ultimately organized and tailored an entire curriculum! Today she serves as FLYT Aviation's Ground School instructor.
Trisha Roberson
Chief Administrative Officer
Trisha first discovered her passion for aviation as a young child growing up near the Kennedy Space Station and hearing stories from her grandfather who served in the U.S. Army as a Green Beret Paratrooper. Trisha began her work in executive administration in 2011 starting as an office manager. In 2020, Trisha joined FLYT Aviation as it’s first Dispatch Manager, eventually taking on the role of Chief Administrative Officer in 2021. Trisha was key in implementing many of FLYT Aviation’s operating procedures. As FLYT Aviation continues to grow at a rapid pace, in 2022, Trisha took on a new role as Vice President of Customer Success to manage hundreds of our customer relationships and ensure quality in FLYT Aviation’s brand.