About
Personalized flight instruction in Northern Utah focused on helping pilots train successfully to achieve their aviation goals.
Personalized Instruction
Receive customized flight training tailored to your experience level, learning style, pace, goals, and aviation ambitions effectively.
Expertise
Train with a local instructor familiar with Northern Utah airspace, weather conditions, and regional flying environments.
FAA Compliance
All lessons, reviews, and proficiency checks meet FAA standards, ensuring you remain safe and legally qualified to fly.
Meet Our Founder
Professional Flight Instructor
Brian Leonard is an independent flight instructor based in Northern Utah offering personalized FAA flight instruction for student and certified pilots. Brian provides both ground and flight lessons for Private Pilot Certificates, Instrument Ratings, Commercial Pilot Certificates, Flight Reviews, and Instrument Proficiency Checks. His goal is to create a supportive training environment that helps pilots develop practical aviation knowledge, confidence, and strong decision-making skills in every stage of their flying journey.
“Training with Brian never felt overwhelming. He created a positive environment that made learning aviation skills enjoyable and rewarding consistently.”
“Brian helped me regain IFR confidence quickly through practical instruction, clear feedback, and realistic instrument flying scenarios during training.”
“Brian made learning to fly feel comfortable and straightforward. He explained everything clearly and always kept lessons encouraging and practical.”
Join Us
Begin Your Aviation Journey
Your aviation dreams deserve more than just lessons — they deserve a trusted guide. At Brian’s Aviation, we combine personalized instruction, FAA‑approved training, and real‑world expertise to help you earn certifications, stay proficient, and fly with confidence. Whether you’re starting fresh or advancing your skills, this is where your journey truly takes off.
Our Team
Passionate Aviation Professionals
Meet our dedicated network of aviation professionals, united by a shared passion for teaching and flying. Together, we provide every student with expert guidance, ensuring they thrive in their training.
Brian Leonard
Founder & Flight Instructor
Brian delivers personalized ground and flight lessons, helping students achieve certifications and maintain proficiency.
Brett Thompson
Ground School Instructor
Brett simplifies complex FAA concepts, making ground lessons clear, engaging, and effective for every aspiring pilot.
Theo McCormick Thompson
Flight Operations Specialist
Theo ensures smooth scheduling, operational support, and student coordination, keeping training efficient.