Our Instructors

Our instructors are experienced, career-focused aviators who are committed to your success. With a strong emphasis on safety and mentorship, they tailor each lesson to help you train efficiently and become a confident, capable pilot.


Lexie is a CFI, CFI-I that enjoys meeting new people along all journeys of life. She is passionate about flying and strives to become a better pilot after each flight. As an instructor she values making sure her students fully understand each concept, by providing clear communication and a variety of teaching methods. Lexie enjoys creating a safe space for each student to be able to grow at their own pace, while simultaneously keeping the cockpit a safe environment. She has experience with helping foreign pilots, zero time pilots, and even experienced pilots reach their goals!

lexie peters

Gavin is a CFII with single-engine, multi-engine, and seaplane ratings, trained right here in the DFW area. He genuinely enjoys working with pilots at all stages — helping them build confidence, think ahead of the airplane, and develop strong, safe habits that stick. Gavin takes a lot of pride in being patient, approachable, and tailoring instruction to each student, while continuing to grow and sharpen his own skills every day.

gavin scharf


NTX Aviation is McKinney’s newest flight school with the most personalized instruction