About Us
Kootenay Lake Aviation has been offering flight training, sightseeing tours, and air charters out of the Nelson Airport since 2010. Owner and Chief Flight Instructor Thierry Noblet has logged over 11,000 hours of safe flying over his 38 years as a pilot at the controls of many aircraft – from international charters on the King Air B100, to scheduled airline service, charter flights and aerial surveys across Canada. Thierry’s breadth of flying experience, combined with his vast knowledge of the Kootenays allows him to provide a safe experience and a high standard of instruction in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Thierry Noblet
Thierry Noblet
Thierry Noblet
Owner, Chief Flight Instructor
Thierry founded Kootenay Lake Aviation in 2010 after flying throughout Canada. He started flying in 1982 and has logged over 11,000 hours, and enjoys spending time in the air.
Douglas Noblet
Thierry Noblet
Thierry Noblet
Pilot
Douglas has been flying since 2010 and completed his commercial license in 2019. He enjoys spending time in the air and the outdoors - www.wildairphoto.com
Mia Noblet
Thierry Noblet
Elijah Thundersun
Social Media Coordinator
Mia can often be found flying high, usually on 1inch webbing strung between 2 peaks. She also coordinates social media for KLA
Elijah Thundersun
Elijah Thundersun
Elijah Thundersun
Flight Follower
Elijah grew up in Nelson, and is currently working towards his private pilot license
Jason Lanthier
Elijah Thundersun
Jason Lanthier
Aircraft Maintenance Engineer