Meet Our Crew

Talon's Crew

Mike Linville

Owner

MikeL@flytalonair.com

COMMERCIAL INSTRMENT RATED PILOT
Mike brings more than 30 years of experience in the technology industry and now leads @Altitude, a consulting and advisory practice focused on helping business leaders apply Biblical principles and pursue Kingdom purpose. His professional life has been built around discipline, preparation, and service — values that translate naturally into aviation.
 
His flying journey began during a season of weekly 4:30 a.m. commercial flights from Greensboro to Seattle, long before TSA PreCheck existed. One early morning, operating on autopilot and far too little sleep, Mike stepped into the security line, removed his shoes and belt… and accidentally dropped his pants below his underwear. No one said a word. The silence was unforgettable.
 
In that moment, he decided it was time to become a pilot.
 
Today, aviation is both a passion and a calling. When he’s not flying or advising business leaders, Mike enjoys time with his greatest accomplishment: a 43-year marriage, two married children, and five grandchildren who keep life grounded and entertaining.

Jerome Cannon

Chief Flight Instructor

JeromeC@flytalonair.com

ADVANCED GROUND INSTRUCTOR, CFI, CFII, MEI
GOLD SEAL INSTRUCTOR
Over 3000 total hours
Over 2000 hours of dual given
After dedicating 31 years to inspiring students as a beloved High School Social Studies teacher, Jerome retired in 2017. Throughout his career, he was passionate about helping young people understand the world and encouraged them to think critically about history and society.
 
Jerome discovered a new passion for flying in 2015, drawn to the adventure and excitement it offered, and continues to share his incredible teaching skills (and patience!) with new students of all ages.
 
In addition to managing Talon’s Flight School, Jerome is a proud husband, father, and grandfather.

Jaxon Sechrest

Flight Instructor

JaxonS@flytalonair.com

CFI

Jaxon is a Certified Flight Instructor 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 outdoors and continuing to expand his knowledge of aviation and instructional techniques.

Alex Brannock

Flight Instructor

AlexB@flytalonair.com

CFI

Alex 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 over 500 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, demonstrating his dedication to both operational and instructional aspects of aviation.

Outside the cockpit, Alex enjoys spending time on the golf course. He is a volunteer assistant golf coach at his former high school. His passion for aviation, combined with a well-rounded skill set and a commitment to safety and student success, makes him a valuable asset to any flight training program.