Meet our Flight Instructors
For specific information on Flight Instructors, including class and type of training please refer to the information provided below.
 | Scott Chayko Chief Flight Instructor [email protected] (905) 838-1400 ext. 300 Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Multi, Instrument Ratings (SIFR and MIFR), Instructor Rating, Pilot Examiner (PPL and CPL) Flying for a living was a lifelong goal, and through the Brampton Flight College and later working as an Instructor, I was able to accomplish it. If flying is your dream, we at the Brampton Flight Centre would love to work with you to make it a reality. Please feel free to contact me anytime if there is anything I can do to enhance your BFC Flight Training experience. |
 | Zachary Anonech [email protected] Class III Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Single Rating, Instrument Ratings (SIFR) I have always been fascinated by flight. Having been an Air Cadet for 7 years, achieved a Specialist High School Skills Major in Aviation, and then graduated from a rigorous College Aviation program, I have been committed to this career path from a young age. I loved the Brampton Flight Centre experience to become an Instructor, and after having worked as an Instructor at an airport, now want to share my knowledgeable, safety conscious, concise and supportive teaching style with you at BFC for all licenses. I have experienced flying a Cessna 172 (land and sea), Zlins, and Piper Seminoles. Having acquired my Float Rating as well as my night rating and multi IFR., I hope you will enjoy working with me. I am an individual who not only loves aviation but has a variety of interests, from Swimming to playing hockey. Come fly with me, and we’ll work on you achieving your goals. |
 | Perminder Bhogal [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences My passion for flying was first introduced on a family vacation in 2010 on a flight from St. Maarten to Nevis/St. Kitts. I noticed that there was no cockpit door and worked my way to the very front. I watched as the Captain ran through his checklists, taxied to the runway, and prepared for our take-off. Engines roaring through my ears, I sat at the very edge of my seat. As he raised the nose we were airborne, there was nothing in front of us except the endless Atlantic. This was the very moment I fell in love. Through Brampton Flight Centre I have been able to achieve the steps required to reach my goals as a pilot and flight instructor. I look forward to being a part of your journey in becoming a pilot. |
 | Meera Bissonauth [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licenses While completing my degree in Nutrition, I started exploring the field of aviation by working at YYZ. Being in direct contact with crews and aircrafts like the 777, 787 and 737 inspired me to achieve my childhood dream to become a pilot. I completed all my training at BFC, and I know you will enjoy the friendly and professional environment here. I look forward to being a part of your journey in aviation! |
 | Melissa Bonus [email protected] Class III Instructor Teaches: All Licences |
| Tristan Campbell [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licenses |
| Mark Chandy [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licenses |
 | Paul Cowan [email protected] Class III Instructor Teaches: All Licences I have flown recreationally at BFC, both as a rental pilot and aircraft owner for over 20 years. Now as a Flight Instructor, I can share my passion and enjoyment of flying with those who wish to pursue their dreams of learning to fly. I am available on weekends and evenings for Recreational permit, Private and Commercial licences and night ratings. I look forward to flying with you! |
 | Scott Extance [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences “Learning to fly is challenging, but incredibly rewarding, and most importantly tons of fun! After working several different jobs in different industries, I decided to give my childhood dream a shot, and booked a discovery flight here at BFC. The moment we took off I was hooked, and signed up for lessons as soon as we landed. I have completed all my licenses here at BFC and can offer great insight into making the most out of your training. Whether you’re working full time and flying once or twice a week, or want to fly every single day, I’m always here to help. Watching yourself progress and improve is one of the best feelings there is, and I’d love to guide you along your journey into the skies.” |
 | Angelo Ferreira [email protected] Class III Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Instrument Rating (SIFR and MIFR) As a child, going to the airport and watching airplanes depart to Europe and North America from a small island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean fascinated me. A couple of years after moving to Canada, I started my aviation journey with a degree in Aerospace Engineering from Ryerson University. Halfway through, I felt something was missing. I then decided to follow my dream of becoming a pilot. While completing my degree, I started flight training at BFC. Now, as a Flight Instructor, I am excited to share my passion with you and turn your dream of flying into a reality. |
| Nikitis Fetsis [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licenses |
 | Peter Foster [email protected] Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Multi Rating, Instrument Ratings (SIFR and MIFR), Instructor Rating, Tail Wheel Conversion After over thirty years of recreational flying – including everything from gliders to vintage biplanes – I decided to pursue my interests in aviation full time as a Flight Instructor. I am teaching Recreational, Private and Commercial Licenses, Single/Multi Engine IFR and Instructor Ratings. In addition, I also very much enjoy the opportunity to share my passion for classic, tail wheel equipped aircraft. |
 | Vincent Fung [email protected] Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Instrument Rating (SIFR), Flight Instructor Rating |
 | Petros Giannopoulos [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences |
 | Jared Gilbert [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licenses |
 | Lev Gissin [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences Love teaching Love flying Love my life I would teach you to fly safe |
 | Tanvir Grewal [email protected] Class III Instructor Teaches: All Licences Born in a family with aviation background and living my childhood around fighter aircrafts, instilled in me a passion to dance with the clouds. After completing my degree in BSc (IT), to fulfill my dreams I came to Brampton Flying School. An introductory flight ride will leave an impression which will last a lifetime. As a Flight Instructor I feel, ’Great Pilots are not born, but made with steady Coaching , much Practice and Experience’. |
 | Raymond Kerr [email protected] Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Multi, Instrument Ratings (SIFR and MIFR), and Flight Instructor Rating I’ve been fascinated by airplanes since I was small and always dreamed of learning how to fly. I began flight training at BFC in 1989 and made it a reality. As a Flight Instructor, I now look forward to helping others realize their dream. A few other things I enjoy are golfing, downhill skiing, and scuba diving. |
 | Chris Klym [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences |
 | Julie Marzoli Assistant Chief Flight Instructor [email protected] Class I Instructor, Duty Manager Teaches: All Licences, Flight Instructor Rating, Pilot Examiner (PPL and CPL) |
 | Jacopo Mezzapelle [email protected] Class II Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Multi, and Instrument Ratings (SIFR and MIFR) |
 | Mohammed Nakhuda [email protected] Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Multi, Instrument Ratings (SIFR and MIFR), and Flight Instructor Rating I moved to Canada to pursue my dream of becoming a Commercial Pilot. I obtained my Commercial Pilot Licence from Pakistan which I converted to Canadian Commercial Licence, summer of 2011. I then completed my Flight Instructor Rating here at the Brampton Flight Centre in February 2012. I look forward to working with my students in the dynamic team environment at Brampton Flight Centre. My aim is to provide relaxed learning environment where we can learn as well as have fun. I am available during club hours 7 days a week. I am very passionate about flying and look forward to teaching to new Pilots using the knowledge I have attained and adhering to the high standards of the Brampton Flight Centre. |
 | Antonio Rupolo [email protected] Class III Instructor Teaches: All Licences Like many, my passion for aviation began when I was a young child. The thought of piloting an aircraft, conducting maneuvers freely through the air blew my mind. My journey in aviation truly began in 2018 when I obtained a ramp position at the Brampton Flight Centre (BFC) working Flightline. At this time, I had just begun an undergraduate degree in Criminology at the University of Toronto with the idea of becoming a lawyer. However, to explore my childhood passion, I took an introductory flight at BFC. It should come at no surprise that after my intro flight, I knew exactly what career I wanted, to be a pilot. Thereafter, I continued along with my undergraduate degree while simultaneously conducting my flight training at BFC. Upon completion of my university degree, I also received my CPL and immediately began my instructor rating. Being at BFC for these many years has taught me that the BFC embodies a safety culture, demands professionalism, and creates an embracing environment/community. Please allow me and BFC to be part of your aviation journey, a journey that you will never forget. |
 | Michelle Pulley [email protected] Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Multi, Instrument Ratings (SIFR and MIFR), and Flight Instructor Rating |
 | Charlie Rampulla Pilot Examiner [email protected] |
 | Lova Ramaromanana [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences I was six years old when I had the opportunity to be on my first flight in the jump seat of a 737. I was amazed by the feeling of flying, and looking at the plane cloud surfing at a very high speed from the cockpit was in itself a mesmerizing experience with no words to describe it. Since that day, I knew exactly what I would do for a living: flying planes. Right after high school, I started my aviation career in 2013 and have enjoyed it more and more every take off and landing I do! Whether your aim is to become an airline pilot or flying for fun, come and join Brampton Flight Centre. Let’s share our passion for aviation together! Feel free to contact me and I will help you achieve your goal in aviation. |
 | Tejasvi Sharma [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licenses Growing up near an Airforce base in India made me dream of piloting an aircraft myself one day. That dream came true when I did my first solo in 2019. Before that, I completed my diploma in aviation operations at Seneca. After which I did my flight training at Sault college and graduated with an Advanced Diploma in Aviation technology- Flight. Even after numerous takeoffs and landing under my belt, I still get excited for the next flight like it’s my first. I’m here to share my passion for aviation and the knowledge I have gained in the journey, to fulfill my dream and yours! |
 | Prince Tangente [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences When I was six, my family and I had moved to Canada. The moment I saw a 747, I was intrigued. Since then, I knew the aviation bug had bitten me. For those who are interested in flying, I would love to share my joy and passion of aviation. I look forward to flying with you. |
 | Joe Thompson [email protected] Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Multi, Instrument Ratings (SIFR and MIFR) and Flight Instructor Rating I have an accurate approximation of 21,500 hours. I hold Airline Transport Pilot Licence, Class I Instructor, 1,200 hours of turbine time, 350 hours jet time, former Air Cadet. My favorite catch phrase….. It doesn’t matter how many hours you have, the most important hour is the next one! |
 | Company Aviation Safety Officer Anu Vincent [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences |
 | Kenneth Vo [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licences After completing my Financial Economics degree, I found myself in an accounting career where I quickly realized that it wasn’t for me. I have always had an interest in aviation and flying, and figured that it was time for a career change. I decided to obtain my licenses and ratings and went on to complete my Flight Instructor Rating right here at BFC! No matter what your goals are, whether you just want to fly for fun or pursuing a career in aviation, I would be more than happy to help you realize your dreams and share this fun and amazing journey with you! |
 | Ken Yates [email protected] Class III Instructor Teaches: All Licences I have had an interest in airplanes as far back as I can remember. maybe it was that 40 minute ride over Toronto in a Viscount in the mid sixties that provided the first spark. It was many years after that Viscount ride before I was able to pursue my interest any further. I earned my Private Pilot License in 1979 in North Bay during my spare time while attending college. After graduating from college, I worked through Commercial Pilot training at BFC, completing my CPL flight test in January, 1982. The next opportunity to pursue my interest in flying had to wait until I retired. After a full career in aircraft maintenance, I achieved my Instructor Rating at BFC in December 2017. I am quite excited to be a part of the flight training staff at Brampton Flight Center and look forward to being able to share the joys and wonders of flying with anyone. |
| Andrej Zile [email protected] Class I Instructor Teaches: All Licences, Instrument Rating (SIFR) and Flight Instructor Rating |
 | Vincent Zou [email protected] Class IV Instructor Teaches: All Licenses I have always been intrigued by aviation since a young age, and like many, I have aspired to pursue a career in this field. After completing my degree in Business Management with a specialization in Aviation, and obtaining my ICPL, I became even more committed to fueling my passion for aviation. My goal is to share my knowledge and passion for aviation to help every student become a safer pilot. I have experience flying aircraft such as the Cessna 172, Diamond DA20, and Diamond DA42. I am dedicated to making your training journey safe and enjoyable, and I am available six (6) days a week. I look forward to being a part of your aviation journey! |
Location & Directions
The Brampton-Caledon Airport is close to Toronto, allowing easy access to all of Canada’s 400 series highways.