COY COMONTOFSKI took the first step in his pilot career and completed his private pilot training in 1996. A practical next step was to marry his new-found passion of flight with his Business and Economics degrees, which he earned at the University of Texas at Austin. Coy obtained all advanced pilot certificates and ratings to include Primary and Instrument FAA Certified Flight Instructor in both Single and Multi-Engine Aircraft, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) and is current, qualified, and Type-Rated in almost all aircraft LIFT manages, buys and sells. Coy has now flown in excess of 6000 hours of total flight time where most has been as Pilot in Command (PIC) in high performance turbo-prop and jet aircraft. While building into a professional pilot, he was also positioning as an aircraft sales professional.

Out of college, he quickly excelled through the ranks in the automotive industry, a full time professional Flight Instructor, and then into aviation management, sales and acquisitions. Today, Coy is an innovative aviation businessman with a proven track record of exceeding expectations through the development of lasting relationships with integrity and ethical business practices. He considers the “golden rule” in his decisions and practices. Today, with the same passion it took to build himself into a professional pilot, manager and aircraft sales and acquisitions agent, Coy is the President and owner of LIFT Aviation Company.

Coy resides in Austin, TX near Lake Austin, is a proud husband and parent to two beautiful girls, spending his down time with his two golden-doodles, wake-surfing on Lake Austin, snowboarding and hiking in the Rocky Mountains, and sailing and navigating the Caribbean.

KOREY MAYRONNE - A seasoned aviator committed to safe, innovative flight operations, Korey is dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences as LIFT Aviation Company’s Director of Operations and is also Chief Pilot. Entrusted with the safety of every passenger, he approaches each flight with a focused discipline and respect. Upholding the highest standards, he navigates the skies with an unwavering commitment to the well-being of all on board. He pulls from a background of 25+ years in the aviation industry from flight instruction, airline, and charter operations and it has provided him with a solid foundation and ability to pull from those experiences to apply the knowledge and skills to LIFT Aviation's operational needs. No matter the destination, his favorite flight is the one that takes him home to his family at the end of the day. Family time is most treasured and as a unit they enjoy growing, adapting, learning, and doing what affords them while traveling to new places, snow skiing, and enjoy live music. He believes as long as he is surrounded by great friends and family, life is an abundant gift.

MICHAEL FRANCE - Soaring from a childhood passion for flight to the realization of a dream career, Michael is living the aviation life as a pilot with LIFT Aviation Company. Fueled by an unwavering love for the art of flying and an unparalleled dedication to providing exceptional customer service, he is committed to making every journey an exceptional experience. Whether guiding you through the intricacies of a dry lease or helping you find the perfect aircraft to suit your needs, his deep expertise in the world of aviation, coupled with a genuine care for each and every client, ensures that you are in the best of hands. When he’s not soaring through the skies in the cockpit, you can find him indulging in his other passions – the art of horology, the thrill of surfing, and the exhilaration of skydiving. As he continues to reach new heights, both literally and figuratively, he is driven by a relentless pursuit of personal growth and a desire to inspire others to chase their own dreams, no matter how lofty they may seem. With each flight and every interaction, Michael strives to embody the spirit of adventure and the power of passion to transform the ordinary into the extraordinary.

CHRISTIE NEAL - Grew up around aviation. Her father had a small plane during her childhood and she was able to go up with him many times and especially enjoyed cross-country trips.

Christie is the Client Services Manager for LIFT Aviation Company. She joined the LIFT team in August of 2014 and is the first interface with new customers and heads up the Scheduling department. Her goal is always to make each customer feel like the only customer, as LIFT Aviation’s mission is to provide best in class service going above and beyond expectations.

An Arizona native, Christie has also lived in northern Colorado, north Texas and now the Austin area. In her spare time, she loves to spend time with her husband, her three grown kids and their families, and especially the grandbabies. She enjoys spending time outside hiking, fishing, camping, and gardening.