Andy P.
Home Airport: KFCM (Flying Cloud, MN)
Andy has been flying for Lifeline Pilots since 2019. He is a commercial pilot, single & multi-engine flight instructor, and a FAASTeam WINGSPro representative. He supports the local aviation community in many ways from pilot training, events, and presentations on public benefit flying.
Andy has a background in mechanical engineering with a doctoral degree from MIT. He works professionally as an engineering and product development leader and as an adjunct professor at the University of St Thomas for the last 15 years.
Jackson M.
Home Airport: KSGS (South St. Paul, MN)
Jackson has been flying for LifeLine Pilots since 2022. He received his private pilot certificate in 2021 and is instrument rated. Jackson is also a glider pilot. He has more than 950 hours total time. Jackson and his friend have landed at all but 2 airports in Minnesota. They have earned the coveted leather jacket from MNDOT. Beyond pursuing aviation, Jackson works as a physician.
Zachary Z.
Home Airport: KMIC (Crystal, MN)
Zachary has been flying for LifeLine Pilots since 2023. He received his private certificate in 2021 and is instrument rated. Flying is a hobby for Zach who has access to a fleet of high-wing Cessnas. Zachary's typical missions include searching for new $500 burger, introducing youth to aviation through Young Eagles, and transporting passengers with Lifeline across the Midwest. When not flying or working at his day job, Zachary can be found cycling around one of Minnesota’s 10,000 lakes, enjoying a mystery novel, or cheering on the Florida Panthers.
Zef H.
Home Airport: KFCM (Flying Cloud, MN)
Zef has been flying for LifeLine Pilots since 2025. He has been a licensed, IFR pilot for four years, logging over 400 hours of flight time in Pipers and Cessnas. His usual aircraft are the Cessna 182 and 210, where he enjoys combining precision flying with a deep appreciation for the freedom of the skies. Beyond flying, Zef is also passionate about skydiving and sharing the thrill of aviation with others. As a mentor, he’s dedicated to helping new pilots build confidence, safety awareness, and a lifelong love for flight.