Instructors
Certified Flight Instructor
Zachary Donnelly, CFI
Zach's aviation journey began with his grandfather passing on his love of aircraft throughout his childhood. After nearly completing his Private Pilot License requirements, flying took a back seat to increasing demands at work and starting construction on a new home. Last September Zach left his position at Honda as a Senior Principal Engineer of Supplier Quality to focus on flight training. He obtained his Instrument Rating and Commercial Pilot Licence from Cargill Aeronautical early this year and his CFI in August 2026.
Certified Flight Instructor
Carson Smith, CFI, CFI-I, MEI
Carson is a 2014 graduate of Penn State University, earning a BA Degree in International Politics. That same year Carson commissioned as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. Following military service, Carson spent 4 1/2 years in fulfillment operations management working for Chewy. Carson later obtained his pilot certificates and ratings in North Carolina. He joined Cargill Aeronautical in May 2025.
Certified Flight Instructor & Aircraft Technician
Frederick Parow, CFI, CFI-I, MEI, A&P
Fred has been with Cargill Aeronautical as a flight instructor since its inception in 2012. In addition to flight training, he provides overflow capacity to the service center in times of high volume. He works full-time as an aircraft technician for Federal Express at Harrisburg International Airport. In 2025, Fred was approved as a Designated Pilot Examiner by the FAA.