Rodney Beeler holds an Airline Transport Pilot Rating for A/BE-400, A-EMB-505, A/HS-125 and A/MU-300, and has amassed over 8,000 hours. Rodney served in the military from 1988-96 as a helicopter mechanic and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

David is a Captain on the Phenom 300 with over 50 years of aviation experience. The son of a United Airlines pilot of 32 years, he obtained his private pilot certification at 17 and graduated high school with a commercial pilot certificate. Career highlights include 10 years living with his family in Japan and working for a Japanese commercial airline and more than 20 years as a captain with FedEx. He’s a graduate of Florida Air Academy in Melbourne, Southern Illinois University and Embry Riddle Aeronautical University

Matthew’s dream was to become a pilot and he is grateful to live out his dream each day. During his career, Matthew has worked as a flight instructor and as an airline transport pilot, in addition to previous experience piloting a Phenom 300 before joining the Elite Jets crew. Matthew enjoys meeting people all over the country while still being able to call Florida home, as well as working with an amazing and attentive team.

Kevin Johnson captains the Legacy 500, a 10-passenger luxury jet with a range of 3,100 miles. Johnson trained at Spartan College of Aeronautics and American Air, later working for a pair of commuter airlines, TWA Express and U.S. Air Express. He also piloted contract flights with the U.S. Department of Defense and trained military pilots before Desert Storm.

Lindon comes to Elite Jets from the nearby Naples Air Center, working as assistant chief flight instructor at the Naples Airport-based flight school. As a first officer, he assists the Phenom 300 captain in ensuring the flight is conducted in a safe and efficient manner. Lindon enjoys playing soccer in his free time, as well as bicycle rides and playing dominoes with his family.

Jose is a native of Peru who credits his father, also a pilot, as his inspiration for a career in the cockpit.  He previously was captain for a Boeing 767 and is also certified to pilot other types of jets, including the Boeing 777 and Embraer 505. The career pilot cites Elite Jets’ professional aviation culture and family environment as key factors in his decision to join the team.

Deidre has a passion for flying and for sales, making her the ideal Manager of Client Services. In her role, Deidre works with the client services and sales teams to ensure the clients of Elite Jets receive the highest quality of care and support, from planning their trip through the duration of their flight. Prior to joining Elite Jets, Deidre has over 4 years of experience working with other aviation companies and holds a commercial pilot certificate, logging over 600 hours. Deidre earned an Aviation Business degree from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.

Reeve joined Elite Jets in 2024, having previously worked as a charter pilot and flight instructor. He is ATP certified and is a Gold Seal certified flight instructor. Inspired at a young age by the “thrill of flight and the desire to explore new horizons,” Reeve cites Elite Jets’ commitment to top-tier customer service and its focus on the safety and satisfaction of our clients as his reasons for coming on board.

Adam, who began his aviation career in Pensacola Florida, 15 years ago, has worked in aerial photography, line service, dispatch, and flight school operations. He holds a CFI Gold Seal certificate, and Multi-engine and Advanced ground instructor certificates. Adam has been instructing for over 10 years in Ocala, Florida, working with various national and international students from all over the world. He finds golf to be his second passion behind flying. He is ATP certified with an EMB-505 type Rating. “I really enjoy all the aspects of customer service that we are able to provide in jet charter here at Elite Jets.

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