Our Team

Mike & Chloe Laughlin

Mike Laughlin was born and raised in Alaska. Mike was raised around aviation since a small child and got his pilot’s license at 17. Mike started his career with Regal Air as a dock hand in 1999, working for the original owners. In 2005 after attending college at Colorado State University and getting a degree in Engineering, Mike returned home to take over the business.

In 2006 Chloe joined the family and the Regal Air team. Chloe graduated from Trinity Western University in 2004 and moved back to Alaska a few years later. In their off time Chloe and Mike enjoy hiking, skiing, and spending time with family.

Office Staff

Tony Bannock

Tony was born and raised in Alaska, dividing his time between Kenai and Anchorage. Tony started working for Regal Air as a dock boy in 2004 and stayed in this position until 2006. He left to attend College, during which time he worked for a large commercial airline. After completing his Private pilot’s license in 2009 he returned to Regal Air after being offered the position of Office Manager. Tony is passionate about aviation and Alaska, when he is not working he is usually flying his Cessna 150 around the Alaskan wilderness.

Nick Laughlin

Nick, Mike’s brother, joined the team in 2007, helping with flight dispatch and office coordination. Nick was born in Alaska and received a college degree from Colorado State University. In his off time Nick enjoys painting and drawing, and is currently enrolled in a masters art program with the hopes of one day becoming an art teacher.

Pilot Crew

Chuck Jamieson

Chuck has been in Alaska since 1982. He relocated here after flying for years in the southern states. He has flown everything from Super cubs to helicopters and has a profound and extensive knowledge of aviation and aircraft. Chuck has flown for Regal Air since 1999 and is our chief pilot. Chuck is an avid member of the Alaska Airmen’s association and has several articles published in their publication “The Transponder”.

Dave Oberg

Dave was born and raised in Palmer, Alaska and has lived throughout the state. During the off season he is a teacher at a local high school, where he teaches aviation science to other budding young pilots. Dave started flying when he was a teenager and has flown commercially since he was in his 20’s. Dave has worked for Regal Air since 2002 and is an integral part of our team. When he is not working Dave enjoys riding his Harley and spending time with his family.

Gabe Matheson

Gabe is originally from eastern Washington but has been working as a pilot in Alaska since 2005. He began his aviation career in Washington as a flight instructor but was drawn to the wilderness of Alaska and joined the Regal Air team in 2006. He is an accomplished pilot and avid fisherman who enjoys the outdoors.

Doug Ferguson

Doug joined the Regal Air team in 2008, and was a perfect fit. Doug is the former owner of an Air Charter company, an accomplished pilot, and a licensed aircraft mechanic. Doug now enjoys the more relaxed pace of being a full time pilot with Regal Air. Doug is the pilot of our wheeled aircraft and has an expert knowledge of backcountry runways, airstrips, and landable riverbeds. When not working Doug enjoys working on his house and spending time with his wife.

Bruce Schulte

Bruce has been flying in Alaska for over 10 years, getting his start flying in Southeast Alaska. He is also an accomplished architect, computer IT manager, and owns his own IT business. Bruce enjoys riding his Harley on his off time.

Campbell

Campbell has been Regal Air dock dog and mascot since 2008. She joined the Regal Air team as a puppy and has since been coming to the office every day. She enjoys helping dock the airplanes and greeting customers. Campbell loves to go flying and will gladly accompany you on any adventure.