About

What You Get

Harborside Aviation is a professional flight school where your training reaches new heights.

You will be trained by true aviation experts, actual pilots with realworld experience.

Your training is competency based. We are NOT a pay-for-license school. As you demonstrate understanding and proficiency you will
progress. This standard is required by the FAA and will ensure your safety and proper decision-making in any situation. The pace is set by you and tailored to your goals. All in a friendly and comfortable environment, we walk hand and hand with you to achieve your dreams.

Led by Jake Flumerfelt, owner and Chief Pilot, with credentials from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Western Michigan University College of Aviation, Republic Airways, and Allegiant Air.

Excellence earned, higher levels achieved

Flight Training

Learn to fly with expert instructors

Aircraft Rentals

Rent our well-maintained aircraft for flight training or personal use.

Financing

We work with Stratus Financial enabling you to reach your goals

Airbus CFI

Access our stunning SOP book and capstone online course, designed to refine your skills and knowledge.

Meet Our Team

Jake Flumerfelt

Owner and Chief Pilot- ATP, CFI, CFII, MEI, & A&P. Jake aviation journey started with a discovery flight in high school and he never looked back. Today, he is an A320 Captain at Allegiant and leads Harborside Aviation with 12,000+ hours in the sky. Experienced. Passionate. Born to fly.

Diana Rud

CFI, CFII, & MEI. Born in Florida, Diana earned her Associate of Arts degree before completing her rigorous flight training in Texas. She is trilingual speaking English, Ukrainian, and Russian. Passionate about teaching, she is here to help you discover the joy of flying and make every lesson fun.

Peter Mansour

CFI, CFII, & MEI. Peter holds a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice and a National Security certification. His dedication to aviation earned him recognition from the National Association of Flight Instructors (NAFI). Whether it is a first solo or instrument checkride prep, Peter brings patience, focus, and energy to every flight.

Shannon Flumerfelt

PhD, Owner Charactership Lean Consulting Inc. Ph.D., Lean Black Belt, and international consultant in organizational excellence. Founder of Charactership Lean Consulting, author of several books, and professor of leadership and Lean systems. She is the brain behind the operation, ensuring smooth systems, high standards, and an exceptional experience for every student.

Max Carbajal

CFI & CFII. Born in Fort Myers, Max took his first flight in 2021 and never looked back. He is a U.S. Air Force veteran, holds a B.S. in Aviation from Liberty University, and now helps students reach new heights as a Certificated Flight Instructor Instrument. Dedicated. Experienced.

Julian Solarte

CFI. Julian is a Certificated Flight Instructor with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Central Florida and a Bachelor of Science in Aviation from Liberty University. Julian is Bilingual in English and Spanish and served in the United States Navy from 2017 to 2021.

Bill Flumerfelt

CFO Bill is a skilled systems analyst with a career in IT and banking. Bill enjoys flying, but he really enjoys the water. As a skilled sailor, he has raced and sailed extensively in the Great Lakes of Michigan.

Students about the training team

Thanks to this awesome course, I am now a certified pilot who is allowed to train other pilots and issue flight permits! I appreciate the hard work that your team does for the trainees – the course went smoothly with tons of useful information. You are great!