Tyler Dillon is an aviation professional with 6+ years of experience across a range of aviation operations, including Part 91 private and corporate flight departments, Part 135 charter operations, aircraft management, and flight training.
His aircraft experience spans high-performance piston aircraft, turboprops, and light jets. In the piston category, he has extensive experience with aircraft including the Cirrus SR series, Beechcraft Bonanza, Piper Saratoga, and Cessna 210. His turboprop experience includes the Pilatus PC-12 and Epic E1000, while his jet experience includes the Citation CE-500 and CE-525 series, for which he holds type ratings.
With a strong technical background in modern aircraft systems, his avionics experience spans a variety of Garmin, Collins Pro Line, Honeywell, Avidyne, and Dynon platforms. This combination of operational and technical experience provides a broad understanding of aircraft capabilities, avionics integration, and modernization.
In addition to his professional flying experience, he serves as Co-Owner and Deputy Director of Operations at Coastal Flight Inc. He also provides specialized transition and mentorship training for a variety of complex piston aircraft, helping pilots build confidence and proficiency as they transition into aircraft ownership and more advanced aircraft.
