Aviation as it was intended to be.
Our Services
Aircraft Ferrying/ Contract Pilot
Brown Dog Aviation offers a comprehensive aviation service that caters to various needs, including ferrying airplanes for service, sale, or relocation. Our services also encompass piloting clients' aircraft for personal or business travel, ensuring safety and efficiency at all times. Whether you need your aircraft transported or simply want a professional pilot for your journey, we provide tailored solutions that meet your specific requirements.
Flight Instruction
Elevate your aviation aspirations with our comprehensive flight instruction service at Brown Dog Aviation. Our highly qualified instructor brings years of experience and a passion for teaching to guide you through every stage of your flight training. Whether you're pursuing a private pilot license, getting advanced ratings, or exploring specialized disciplines like instrument flying, our tailored lessons focus on your individual goals and learning pace. Safety and professionalism are at the forefront of our training philosophy, ensuring you build confidence and skills in the cockpit. Join us on the journey to becoming a proficient and knowledgeable pilot and take to the skies with Brown Dog Aviation.
Charter
We are diligently working to obtain a charter certificate that will allow us to provide essential services based out of beautiful Bozeman, Montana. Our primary focus is on facilitating local business travel, as well as offering memorable hunting, fishing, and sightseeing trips. Our aim is to deliver excellent, reliable on-demand flight services throughout Montana and its surrounding areas, ensuring that our clients have access to the destinations that matter most to them. Stay tuned for updates.
About BDA
Chris Helgeson - Owner and Founder
CFII, SEL, MEL
Born and raised in Montana, I have dedicated much of my life to exploring the abundant treasures this remarkable state offers, alongside my wife Heather and our beloved brown dog Bruce. Aviation has not only unlocked opportunities for me but has also revealed breathtaking regions of both the state and the nation that I may have never encountered otherwise. It is a truly magnificent mode of travel, and I take great joy in sharing this extraordinary experience with others.