Talon Aviation
is a flight school located in Davie and Surry Counties, NC at 8A7,
TWIN LAKES AIRPORT and KMKW, Mt. Airy respectively.
The flight school is a part 61 training environment with 3 available aircraft for training flights and rental for approved pilots interested in quality aircraft to keep their skills up.
The flight school is managed by Jerome Cannon who is a Gold Seal Instructor, one of the most cherished certifications in the aviation training industry. Our CFI’s are rigorously chosen to ensure we are only providing the absolute best in the aviation industry educators to ensure the success of each student we engage.
Our fleet can take a student from Private Pilot to Commercial rating within the confines of our school. We pride ourselves in providing exceptional aircraft that represent the approach to excellence in Aviation we desire to deliver. All aircraft are IFR capable and current. Our aircraft are equipped with Garmin stack avionics packages with ADS-B in & out and a range of GPS solutions including Garmin 430, 650 and 750s. The Aircraft are all low time engine and airframe and provide a confident environment to train in for the most particular students.
Talon Aviation also provides Mercy Charter Flights (Angel Flights) for those in need where the Talon Foundation Eagles Wing Ministry supports the costs associated with helping others as a Christian outreach. These flights may assist in transporting supplies to disaster relief areas or transport an individual to visit a loved one who is undergoing remote treatments for a chronic illness. We believe that we are here to give back, minister and share the love of Christ in everything we do as an organization and as individuals.
Talon's Crew
Mike Linville
Owner
Alex Brannock
Flight Instructor
CFI
Alex Brannock is a certified flight instructor (CFI) with a strong foundation in both practical and theoretical aspects of aviation. He holds a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine Land and Single-Engine Land ratings, along with an Instrument Rating. In addition to his flight credentials, Alex is certified as an Advanced and Instrument Ground Instructor, an Aircraft Dispatcher, and holds a Part 107 Remote Pilot (Drone) License.
With approximately 340 hours of flight time, Alex brings both hands-on experience and academic excellence to his role as a flight instructor. He graduated cum laude from Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) with a double major in Professional Pilot and Flight Dispatch, reflecting his dedication to both the operational and instructional sides of aviation.
Outside the cockpit, Alex enjoys spending time on the golf course. Alex is a volunteer assistant golf coach with his local high school serving his former school. His passion for aviation, combined with a well-rounded skill set and a commitment to safety and student success, make him a valuable asset to any flight training program.
Jerome Cannon
Chief flight instructor
ADVANCED GROUND INSTRUCTOR CFI, CFII, MEI
GOLD SEAL INSTRUCTOR
Over 3000 total hours
Over 2000 hours of dual given
Matt vaughn
flight instructor
Matt is an AGI, IGI, CFI, CFII, and MEI who achieved all of his certificates and ratings here at Talon. He lives in Mocksville with his wife and two boys (5 and 7 years old) and is primarily available to fly at Twin Lakes during the afternoons and weekends. Matt is an active airline ground instructor who specializes in advanced flight training and has over 1200 hours of total flight time. When Matt is not flying he enjoys traveling with his family, playing guitar, and attending standup comedy events.
Eli Zehr
flight instructor
CFI | CFII | IGI | AGI
Eli Zehr is a certified flight instructor with over 1,700 hours of flight time, including jet experience in the Citation. He holds CFI, CFII, IGI, and AGI certificates and brings a focused, student-first approach to every lesson.
Outside the cockpit, Eli is an active triathlete and values both personal discipline and family life. He’s passionate about aviation, committed to helping students grow, and excited to continue advancing his career in both flight training and professional aviation.
Jaxon Sechrest
Flight Instructor
Jaxon Sechrest is a Certified Flight Instructor at Talon Aviation, dedicated to helping aspiring pilots build a strong foundation in aviation. With a passion for flying and a commitment to safety, he brings both technical expertise and real-world experience to every lesson.
He began his aviation journey at Talon Aviation and quickly developed skills of precision, professionalism, and clear communication. As a CFI, his focus is on creating a supportive learning environment where students feel confident, motivated, and prepared for every phase of flight training.
Whether you’re taking your first discovery flight or working toward your commercial certificate, he is committed to helping you reach your goals with clarity and confidence.
When not in the cockpit, Jaxon enjoys spending time in the outdoors, and continuing to expand his knowledge of aviation and instructional techniques.
Talon's aircraft
Cessna 172 XP
1977
Enhanced Garmin Avionics
New 0 time engine
Only 2000 hours on the airframe
Piper Cherokee 140
1975
IFR capable Garmin avionics package
500 hours on the 160 engine
Only 4000 hours on the airframe
Technologically Advanced Coming Soon
Piper Saratoga
SP 301
1988
Garmin avionics stack
Complex retractable gear
Constant speed prop
500 hour 301HP engine
Only 2500 hours on the airframe
ANGEL FLIGHTS ONLY
Talon's Rates
Instruction
Instruction:
$60 per hour ground and flight
Flight
Cessna 172XP:
$220 per hour wet – 1 hour minimum
Piper Cherokee 140:
$190 per hour wet – 1 hour minimum
PIPER SARATOGA SP 301:
ANGEL FLIGHTS ONLY
Wet rates include fuel