TRADITIONAL FLIGHT TRAINING

MEET YOUR CERTIFIED FLIGHT INSTRUCTORS

Jay GraftonCFI, CFII, MEI, MEII

Jay was one of our first flight instructors when we started operations at KMVN. 
Although many of his former students are airline pilots,
Jay is just as comfortable in a Light Sport Aircraft enjoying a nice day above southern Illinois.
His teaching style is a relaxing mix of professionalism and fun. 
We are confident you will enjoy your time learning from Jay!

Phone:  (618) 246-6175
Email: jgrafton2442@live.com

Tyson Rush

Tyson has been part of the SRT family for just a short while now as a Part 91 and as an LSA Instructor. Tyson has fit right into the SRT standard and is a stand-up guy. He has hit the ground (sky) running and has already made an impact at KMVN. We all all blessed to have him on our team and look forward to what he brings to the future.

Phone: (309) 371-8967
Email: rush_tyson@hotmail.com

Travis-Walczynski

Travis has been a certified flight instructor with SRT Aviation for some time and has become a big part of the SRT and “Team Mt. Vernon” family. He is flying both GA and LSA aircraft and joins our team of other instructors to allow us to maintain our quality, friendly and professional staff and flight department.

We are very lucky and happy to have Travis with us!

Phone: (630) 659-5689
Email: twalczynski@siu.edu

Ray Xanders

Ray has been part of the SRT family from almost the start. Our most seasoned veteran is also our busiest. Ray is always ready to help if he can. Ray is a large part of our team and we are blessed to have him.

Phone: (618) 919-1219
Email: raydebx@gmail.com

Mt. Vernon Outland Airport
100 Aviation Dr
Mt Vernon, IL 62864
(618) 242-7016