With over 11 years in the aviation industry and over 5000 hours flying Mark has had an opportunity to experience many different aspects of aviation, including maintenance, flight training, IFR charter work as well as extensive seaplane operations. Previous to starting Tradewinds Flight Centre, Mark flew cargo in Transport catagory airplanes throughout the United States from southern Ontario. After his time flying cargo he moved to Prince Edward Island to start a seaplane charter operation as well as an Approved Maintenance Organization in 2002, known as Tartan Air. Tartan Air has been very successful and operates at full capacity during the summer months. Mark opened Tradewinds Flight Centre in 2004 and with the CFI Dave Dunphy's help they have grown the company from one aircraft to four in the past year with an eye on continue expansion.

Mark's main concern is for the experience and education that the students at Tradewinds Flight Centre receive and as to whether or not they are happy with the over all experience. Mark believes that in flight training students are not merely students but are clients first and foremost need to be pleased with the value they are receiving.

Mark lives in the seaside village of Murray River, where the seaplane operation is located with his wife Joy and their 3 year old daughter.

David (Dave) Dunphy - Chief Flight Instructor

Dave joined Mark at Tradewinds Flight Centre in 2005 and with his over 4000 hours of flight time and his desire to see the school perform has been pivotal in its growth and customer satisfaction. Dave previously acted as CFI in Newfoundland prior to coming to Tradewinds Flight Centre. Dave offers extensive experience and knowledge that few possess in flight training in Canada and is a true asset to Tradewinds Flight Centre. Dave is formally involved in the flight training of all students and ensures that they are happy with the quality of training that they are receiving and the progress that they are making in their personal and career goals.

Dave lives in Charlottetown with Fran and their new baby girl.

Greg Harpell - Flight Instructor

Greg joined Tradewinds Flight Centre early in 2007 and has demonstrated exceptional professionalism and teaching skill. We are excited and pleased to have Greg with us and look forward to him working with us long into the future.

Greg is originally from Nova Scotia, but now resides in Charlottetown.