OUR TEAM
THE PEOPLE BEHIND EVERY TAKEOFF.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND EVERY TAKEOFF.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND EVERY TAKEOFF.
Every great pilot starts with someone who believes in their potential. At AVIER, our instructors and crew bring more than aviation expertise to the table. Through personalized instruction and a supportive community, we're here to make every step of your journey as meaningful as the destination.
Paul Beaulieu, founder, began flying about twenty years ago at Beverly Airport while working as a public school teacher and administrator. In that time he has flown just over 6,000 hours. His reason for opening this company was that he saw an opportunity to create something that was badly needed by the industry, that focused on delivery of instruction and on the needs of the individual learner.
PAUL BEAULIEU
CEO, CO-OWNER
Paul Beaulieu, founder, began flying about twenty years ago at Beverly Airport while working as a public school teacher and administrator. In that time he has flown just over 6,000 hours. His reason for opening this company was that he saw an opportunity to create something that was badly needed by the industry, that focused on delivery of instruction and on the needs of the individual learner.
PAUL BEAULIEU
CEO, CO-OWNER
Esteban Monterroso has been involved in the aviation industry at Beverly Regional Airport for the past ten years. His passion for this endeavor has made our school what it is. Esteban is a private pilot who is preparing simultaneously for his instrument and commercial ratings as well as his CFI-AI. He is also in charge of our tutoring program, giving valuable assistance to our clients as they prepare themselves for their knowledge tests.
ESTEBAN MONTERROSO
COO, CO-OWNER
Esteban Monterroso has been involved in the aviation industry at Beverly Regional Airport for the past ten years. His passion for this endeavor has made our school what it is. Esteban is a private pilot who is preparing simultaneously for his instrument and commercial ratings as well as his CFI-AI. He is also in charge of our tutoring program, giving valuable assistance to our clients as they prepare themselves for their knowledge tests.
ESTEBAN MONTERROSO
COO, CO-OWNER
Born and raised in Istanbul and Cappadocia, Mustafa Bilgili developed a passion for aviation at an early age. After attending the Turkish Air Force Academy, he pursued mechanical engineering, earning degrees from Sakarya University and Hochschule Düsseldorf. Determined to follow his aviation dreams, he moved to the United States, expanding his expertise into accounting and finance. Today, his diverse background in engineering, aviation, and finance plays a key role in supporting AVIER Flight School and AFSim.
MUSTAFA BILGILI
GENERAL MANAGER
Born and raised in Istanbul and Cappadocia, Mustafa Bilgili developed a passion for aviation at an early age. After attending the Turkish Air Force Academy, he pursued mechanical engineering, earning degrees from Sakarya University and Hochschule Düsseldorf. Determined to follow his aviation dreams, he moved to the United States, expanding his expertise into accounting and finance. Today, his diverse background in engineering, aviation, and finance plays a key role in supporting AVIER Flight School and AFSim.
MUSTAFA BILGILI
GENERAL MANAGER
My name is Besharlie James Anderson (BJ), since a young age I’ve always been interested in new hobbies… so I contacted AVIER and was instantly welcomed! I started my aviation journey after highschool at 20 years old. Upon getting my PPL I was eager to get involved more and became assistant manager. My love for aviation now makes flying more than just a hobby!
BJ ANDERSON
GENERAL MANAGER ASSISTANT
My name is Besharlie James Anderson (BJ), since a young age I’ve always been interested in new hobbies… so I contacted AVIER and was instantly welcomed! I started my aviation journey after highschool at 20 years old. Upon getting my PPL I was eager to get involved more and became assistant manager. My love for aviation now makes flying more than just a hobby!
BJ ANDERSON
GENERAL MANAGER ASSISTANT
Ron developed a passion for aviation when he began taking flying lessons while in the Army. Eventually going on to earn Helicopter and Airplane commercial ratings. During his flight training he developed a strong desire to become an instructor, consequently earning both his CFI-IA and CFI-H. Ron has recently retired from his full-time job this January. He is very excited about transitioning to instructing full time here at Avier.
RON BAKER
INSTRUCTOR
Ron developed a passion for aviation when he began taking flying lessons while in the Army. Eventually going on to earn Helicopter and Airplane commercial ratings. During his flight training he developed a strong desire to become an instructor, consequently earning both his CFI-IA and CFI-H. Ron has recently retired from his full-time job this January. He is very excited about transitioning to instructing full time here at Avier.
RON BAKER
INSTRUCTOR
Allison’s passion for aviation began at a young age, but she initially pursued athletics, playing basketball at Princeton University before embarking on a 20-year tackle football career that included eight National Championships. While working as a personal trainer, a chance conversation reignited her dream of flying and inspired her to pursue aviation full-time. Now embracing her “Dream 2.0,” Allison hopes to inspire others to realize that it’s never too early—or too late—to chase their dreams.
ALLISON CAHILL
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Allison’s passion for aviation began at a young age, but she initially pursued athletics, playing basketball at Princeton University before embarking on a 20-year tackle football career that included eight National Championships. While working as a personal trainer, a chance conversation reignited her dream of flying and inspired her to pursue aviation full-time. Now embracing her “Dream 2.0,” Allison hopes to inspire others to realize that it’s never too early—or too late—to chase their dreams.
ALLISON CAHILL
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Allison’s passion for aviation began at a young age, but she initially pursued athletics, playing basketball at Princeton University before embarking on a 20-year tackle football career that included eight National Championships. While working as a personal trainer, a chance conversation reignited her dream of flying and inspired her to pursue aviation full-time. Now embracing her “Dream 2.0,” Allison hopes to inspire others to realize that it’s never too early—or too late—to chase their dreams.
ALLISON CAHILL
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Mike fell in love with aviation as a young kid. He earned his Private Pilot Certificate when he was 18 while studying Aviation Science at Bridgewater State University. After a couple of years as an Operations Manager with Summit Airlines at Logan Airport, life’s twists and turns led him in another direction. After checking out the local flight schools, he settled on Avier Flight School and entered their Avier Air program. He completed his Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, and Certified Flight Instructor Certificate with Avier. Now he looks forward to sharing his passion with you!
MIKE GATEWOOD
INSTRUCTOR
Mike fell in love with aviation as a young kid. He earned his Private Pilot Certificate when he was 18 while studying Aviation Science at Bridgewater State University. After a couple of years as an Operations Manager with Summit Airlines at Logan Airport, life’s twists and turns led him in another direction. After checking out the local flight schools, he settled on Avier Flight School and entered their Avier Air program. He completed his Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, and Certified Flight Instructor Certificate with Avier. Now he looks forward to sharing his passion with you!
MIKE GATEWOOD
INSTRUCTOR
His interest in aviation took off at age 8, the moment he climbed into the cockpit of an A-10 Thunderbolt at a Bradley Air National Guard Base airshow. That led him to attend the United States Air Force Academy, where he flew gliders, soloed in the T-53A Kadet II, and earned his skydiving license. After eight years as an Air Force acquisition officer, he decided to trade his desk for the cockpit and pursue his dream of becoming a commercial pilot. He looks forward to sharing his passion for flight with students, helping them build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to chase their own dreams.
JOSH HUERTAS
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
His interest in aviation took off at age 8, the moment he climbed into the cockpit of an A-10 Thunderbolt at a Bradley Air National Guard Base airshow. That led him to attend the United States Air Force Academy, where he flew gliders, soloed in the T-53A Kadet II, and earned his skydiving license. After eight years as an Air Force acquisition officer, he decided to trade his desk for the cockpit and pursue his dream of becoming a commercial pilot. He looks forward to sharing his passion for flight with students, helping them build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to chase their own dreams.
JOSH HUERTAS
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Originally from South Korea with a background in orchestral clarinet performance, Jieun (June) competed in numerous national and international competitions, participated in prestigious orchestral festivals, and performed on NPR’s radio show. That same dedication and focus enabled her to complete five certificates and ratings within just nine months in the Northeast. A former Delta Air Lines flight attendant and current participant in Delta’s Propel Company Path, Jieun earned her Private Pilot License with Avier and is thrilled to return to the school as an instructor where it all began. Her teaching philosophy, “Fly smart, not hard,” reflects her belief in efficiency and precision. She’s excited to share the tips and techniques that made all the difference in her own journey with the next generation of pilots.
JUNE KIM
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Originally from South Korea with a background in orchestral clarinet performance, Jieun (June) competed in numerous national and international competitions, participated in prestigious orchestral festivals, and performed on NPR’s radio show. That same dedication and focus enabled her to complete five certificates and ratings within just nine months in the Northeast. A former Delta Air Lines flight attendant and current participant in Delta’s Propel Company Path, Jieun earned her Private Pilot License with Avier and is thrilled to return to the school as an instructor where it all began. Her teaching philosophy, “Fly smart, not hard,” reflects her belief in efficiency and precision. She’s excited to share the tips and techniques that made all the difference in her own journey with the next generation of pilots.
JUNE KIM
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Hi, my name is Donovan Kelly and I am from Lynnfield, Massachusetts. After officially deciding to become a pilot at age 17, I decided to attend the University of North Dakota. At UND, I received a BS is Aeronautics and completed all of my flight training. Currently, I hold my CFI and CFI II. My hobbies outside of flying are spending time with friends and family, as well as playing golf and tennis. I am looking forward to teaching and inspiring the next generation of pilots.
DONOVAN KELLY
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Hi, my name is Donovan Kelly and I am from Lynnfield, Massachusetts. After officially deciding to become a pilot at age 17, I decided to attend the University of North Dakota. At UND, I received a BS is Aeronautics and completed all of my flight training. Currently, I hold my CFI and CFI II. My hobbies outside of flying are spending time with friends and family, as well as playing golf and tennis. I am looking forward to teaching and inspiring the next generation of pilots.
DONOVAN KELLY
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Born and raised in India, Aish is a first-generation Indian pilot who discovered her love for aviation at an early age, inspired by the sight of airplanes soaring across the night skies. Although her academic path first led her to pursue a degree in Electronics Engineering, followed by four years of experience as an engineer, her passion for flying never wavered. After moving to the U.S. and driven by her childhood dream, she transitioned into aviation and dedicated herself to becoming a professional pilot and instructor. Today, she combines her strong technical background with her love for flying to train and inspire the next generation of pilots.
AISH MAKOTE
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI-AI-MEI
Born and raised in India, Aish is a first-generation Indian pilot who discovered her love for aviation at an early age, inspired by the sight of airplanes soaring across the night skies. Although her academic path first led her to pursue a degree in Electronics Engineering, followed by four years of experience as an engineer, her passion for flying never wavered. After moving to the U.S. and driven by her childhood dream, she transitioned into aviation and dedicated herself to becoming a professional pilot and instructor. Today, she combines her strong technical background with her love for flying to train and inspire the next generation of pilots.
AISH MAKOTE
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI-AI-MEI
Abimael Matul is a first generation Guatemalan-American pilot. His aviation journey began in 2021 when he took his first discovery flight and immediately fell in love with flying. He started by taking a couple of flight lessons a month in between a full-time job but quickly realized that he wanted to make a career of flying. he attended a Career Pilot Program in North Carolina and Florida where he received his Private Pilot’s license all the way up to MEI. He’s now excited to share his passion for aviation and further his career with the help of Avier!
ABIMAEL MATUL
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR/ CFI-AI-MEI
Abimael Matul is a first generation Guatemalan-American pilot. His aviation journey began in 2021 when he took his first discovery flight and immediately fell in love with flying. He started by taking a couple of flight lessons a month in between a full-time job but quickly realized that he wanted to make a career of flying. he attended a Career Pilot Program in North Carolina and Florida where he received his Private Pilot’s license all the way up to MEI. He’s now excited to share his passion for aviation and further his career with the help of Avier!
ABIMAEL MATUL
CHIEF INSTRUCTOR/ CFI-AI-MEI
My name is Sophia Perdue. From the first time I had been in an airplane I knew I wanted to be a pilot. Over the last few years I have worked very hard to accomplish that dream. I have recently received my commercial pilot license and have been hired as the assistant manager at Avier. I am continuing to purse my aviation goals to become a flight instructor where I hope to share my love for flying with new pilots.
SOPHIA PERDUE
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
My name is Sophia Perdue. From the first time I had been in an airplane I knew I wanted to be a pilot. Over the last few years I have worked very hard to accomplish that dream. I have recently received my commercial pilot license and have been hired as the assistant manager at Avier. I am continuing to purse my aviation goals to become a flight instructor where I hope to share my love for flying with new pilots.
SOPHIA PERDUE
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Daniel always foresaw a career in hotel management. However, his time as a campus bus driver during his junior and senior years changed his perspective as he discovered his love for machines and meeting people’s transportation needs. It did not take long for him to become enamored by the complexity and intrigue of aviation. Moving away from buses to airplanes, one could say that he had become airborne. Daniel, passing on employment opportunities from major hotel chains, determinately began his flight training after graduating college. He proceeded to complete the entirety of his training at Avier Flight School, forming deep and lasting friendships along the way. Daniel continues to pursue his passion for aviation as an instructor at Avier.
DANIEL ROCHE
INSTRUCTOR / CFI
Majoring in Hospitality and Tourism Management at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, Daniel always foresaw a career in hotel management. However, his time as a campus bus driver during his junior and senior years changed his perspective as he discovered his love for machines and meeting people’s transportation needs. It did not take long for him to become enamored by the complexity and intrigue of aviation. Moving away from buses to airplanes, one could say that he had become airborne. Daniel, passing on employment opportunities from major hotel chains, determinately began his flight training after graduating college. He proceeded to complete the entirety of his training at Avier Flight School, forming deep and lasting friendships along the way. Daniel continues to pursue his passion for aviation as an instructor at Avier.
DANIEL ROCHE
INSTRUCTOR / CFI
Ilker began his aviation journey at the age of 17, first flying gliders. As a volunteer in a Turkish aviation organization, he developed a deep passion for flying before moving to the U.S. to pursue his dream. Alongside his aviation goals, he also studied International Relations and Marketing. He completed all his pilot training at Avier Flight and now enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience as a flight instructor. Ilker takes pride in helping aspiring pilots achieve their goals and is dedicated to fostering the next generation of aviators at Avier Flight.
ILKER TASCI
INSTRUCTOR / CFI
Ilker began his aviation journey at the age of 17, first flying gliders. As a volunteer in a Turkish aviation organization, he developed a deep passion for flying before moving to the U.S. to pursue his dream. Alongside his aviation goals, he also studied International Relations and Marketing. He completed all his pilot training at Avier Flight and now enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience as a flight instructor. Ilker takes pride in helping aspiring pilots achieve their goals and is dedicated to fostering the next generation of aviators at Avier Flight.
ILKER TASCI
INSTRUCTOR / CFI
Originally from Brazil,Willian has been captivated by the magic of aviation since he was a kid, gazing up at the planes streaking across the sky. That passion brought him here, where he earned every single one of his certificates with us, building his skills, chasing his dreams, and falling even more in love with flying. Willian’s ready to give back to the community that helped him take flight. With a big smile and an even bigger heart for aviation, he’s here to guide new pilots, share stories from the cockpit, and inspire others to reach for the clouds. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your wings, he’s excited to take this journey with you.
WILLIAM TRAJAI
INSTRUCTOR / CFI
Originally from Brazil,Willian has been captivated by the magic of aviation since he was a kid, gazing up at the planes streaking across the sky. That passion brought him here, where he earned every single one of his certificates with us, building his skills, chasing his dreams, and falling even more in love with flying. Willian’s ready to give back to the community that helped him take flight. With a big smile and an even bigger heart for aviation, he’s here to guide new pilots, share stories from the cockpit, and inspire others to reach for the clouds. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to sharpen your wings, he’s excited to take this journey with you.
WILLIAM TRAJAI
INSTRUCTOR / CFI
Educated as a scientist and formerly a hospital operations manager, Christina Wei made the switch to aviation seeking a new adventure. She trained in a Career Pilot Program before coming to Avier to acquire further ratings. Returning to the skies after recently welcoming a baby, Christina brings calm determination and effective planning to meet new goals. No matter how challenging the training or pulls of life become, she is a firm believer that any day in the plane is a good day.
CHRISTINA WEI
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
Educated as a scientist and formerly a hospital operations manager, Christina Wei made the switch to aviation seeking a new adventure. She trained in a Career Pilot Program before coming to Avier to acquire further ratings. Returning to the skies after recently welcoming a baby, Christina brings calm determination and effective planning to meet new goals. No matter how challenging the training or pulls of life become, she is a firm believer that any day in the plane is a good day.
CHRISTINA WEI
INSTRUCTOR/ CFI
I have been a pilot since 1991 and am qualified in over 10 different aircraft. I have a degree in finance, am a Certified Aircraft Broker and 25 years sales and marketing experience. I have been in the aviation industry for 20 years, first in the Flight Operations Department of a local flight school, then in aircraft sales and acquisitions. If you have any questions or if I can help in any way with an aircraft purchase, sale or our aircraft management program please contact me anytime.
JAMES MONDELLO JR.
Sales & Aircraft Management
I have been a pilot since 1991 and am qualified in over 10 different aircraft. I have a degree in finance, am a Certified Aircraft Broker and 25 years sales and marketing experience. I have been in the aviation industry for 20 years, first in the Flight Operations Department of a local flight school, then in aircraft sales and acquisitions. If you have any questions or if I can help in any way with an aircraft purchase, sale or our aircraft management program please contact me anytime.
JAMES MONDELLO JR.
Sales & Aircraft Management