THE TEAM
Halsey Schider
Owner & CEO
Halsey Schider started his aviation journey at the age of fourteen when he joined the Civil Air Patrol. Eighteen years later, his passion for aviation (specifically helicopters) is stronger than ever. Coupled with his love for aviation, Halsey has always had an entrepreneurial spirit, starting his first business at the age of twelve, mowing lawns. The earnings from this venture helped him afford his flight lessons at age fifteen. In 2017, Halsey started selling helicopters to create a business that would profit from his helicopter experiences and passion. This past March, Halsey retired from his helicopter air ambulance position to better meet the growing demand for honest helicopter sales representation. Halsey will serve Sellacopter in every capacity and looks forward to growing this business within an industry he loves.
Ian Swett
Director of Business Development
Ian joins us from a family of aviators. His early passion for aviation was kindled by his great uncle, a Naval fighter pilot during World War II, and distant relative James Swett, a US Marine Fighter Ace and Medal of Honor recipient. Ian began his career with the Marine Corps, serving as a maintenance inspector and aircrew aboard Sikorsky CH-53 helicopters. He then went on to attain a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, while simultaneously attaining all of his professional pilot certificates. Ian has now been a helicopter pilot for 15 years. He has accumulated extensive experience in flight instruction, tours, charter, and air ambulance, holding the titles Lead Pilot, Chief Flight Instructor and Part 135 Check Airman. Ian’s sales and business experience are derived from a period as a mortgage broker, as well as founding his own company. With a broad background in aviation and business relations, Ian is a skilled Sales Manager ready to provide our customers with the highest level of representation.
Kyle Lokanc
Chief Financial Officer
Kyle Lokanc is a licensed Certified Public Accountant serving as our Controller and CFO, where he provides strategic financial leadership to support the company’s growth, operational efficiency, and long-term vision. He partners closely with executive leadership to deliver clear financial insights, strengthen internal processes, and guide key business decisions.
In his role, Kyle oversees all aspects of the company’s financial operations, including financial reporting, tax strategy, forecasting and modeling, budgeting, internal controls, and cash flow management. He brings a disciplined, data-driven approach to evaluating performance, improving processes, and ensuring the organization is positioned for scalable and sustainable growth.
Kyle has a strong background in audit, tax, and advisory services, with experience serving a diverse range of clients—from single-member businesses to billion-dollar publicly traded companies. His ability to translate complex financial information into practical, actionable strategies allows him to add value across both day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
He holds degrees in Accounting and Finance from the University of San Diego and is a certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor. Based in San Antonio, Texas, Kyle enjoys spending time with his family, road tripping, and staying active through basketball and volleyball.
Zach Whitehead
Operations Manager
Zach's life has been dedicated to aviation since the age of seventeen. He has been a helicopter pilot for 17 years, working in flight instruction, aerial photography, Grand Canyon tours, helicopter air ambulance operations, and electronic news gathering. Halsey and Zach have been friends for over a decade and co-workers at four companies. What started as a passion for the skies has transformed into a rewarding career that supports his wife and three young children. Zach's diverse experience in a wide range of Robinson, Eurocopter, and Bell airframes makes him a fantastic addition to the Sellacopter team. Zach gives our customers the peace of mind that they are being represented by someone with an intimate knowledge of not just the sales process, but the aircraft as well.
Hilary Schider
Sales Administrator
Hilary is our Social Media Specialist and HR/Sales Administrator. Originally from Oregon, Hilary graduated from Oregon State University with a background in Sales Administration & Hospitality. She's provided support for an executive team of employees, handling all travel and expense reports, along with recruiting and onboarding new hires. Plus, she has experience managing leads and sales opportunities, billing and invoicing. Thanks to her significant other’s guidance for twelve years, Hilary has immersed herself in the aviation industry.
Gerrit Schulze
Counsel
Gerrit Schulze is a Texas attorney and partner at Texas Suits, where he focuses on civil and commercial litigation with an emphasis on aviation, business, real estate, and construction-related disputes. Known for his practical, no-nonsense approach, Gerrit works closely with clients to solve problems efficiently and keep matters from becoming more complicated or more expensive than they need to be.
Gerrit’s connection to aviation, particularly helicopters, runs deeper than just legal work. He began flying through the experimental helicopter community, first learning in a Rotorway JetExec. After earning his private pilot license, he transitioned into certified aircraft, flying a Schweizer before ultimately upgrading to a Robinson R44, which he purchased with the help of Sellacopter.
Today, Gerrit flies two to three times per week and is as passionate about aviation as he is about practicing law. His firsthand experience as both a pilot and aircraft owner gives him a unique perspective when working with clients in the aviation space—especially those navigating aircraft purchases, sales, and operational considerations.
Gerrit earned his Juris Doctor from St. Mary’s University School of Law and his Bachelor of Business Administration from New Mexico State University. He is licensed to practice law in the State of Texas.
Spencer Cahoon
Sales Consultant
Spencer’s passion for aviation began at an early age and has continued to grow, leading him to earn his private pilot certificate and continues his journey in aviation. With a deep fascination for helicopters, Spencer has been fortunate to build strong relationships and make valuable connections within the helicopter industry that have allowed him to have some very unique opportunities to progress his career. Spencer’s enthusiasm for aviation is evident in everything he does.
Rhys Donaldson
Sales Consultant
Born and raised in New Zealand, Rhys is an experienced aviation professional with a strong background in business. He holds conjoint degrees in Management Studies and Law (BMS/LLB) from the University of Waikato. Rhys began his career in the professional services sector, working at Ernst & Young in Auckland, NZ, before moving to Deloitte in Vancouver, BC. With a lifelong passion for helicopters, he earned his commercial pilot and instructor licenses from Mauna Loa Helicopters in Hawaii in 2012. Rhys then went on to work with various companies, primarily focusing on scenic and charter flights. He is excited to be a part of the Sellacopter team, where he combines his business expertise with his enthusiasm for aviation.
Sean Moretz
Sales Consultant
Sean has more than 20 years of aviation experience and is an FAA-designated pilot examiner for all levels of FAA pilot certificates. He is qualified for testing in the Robinson R-22/R-44, Cabri G2, MD 500, Bell 505 and H-130. Sean began his flight career in Oregon where he received an aviation degree in flight technology. He then transitioned to flight instruction, Grand Canyon tours, EMS, utility and offshore flying, holding the titles of Chief Flight Instructor, Chief Pilot, Check Airman, Director of Operations, and Vice President of Commercial Operations along the way. He is currently the Chief Pilot for a corporate aviation group based out of Washington, DC. With a vast background and familiarity with a variety aircraft, Sean is great source of industry knowledge. Sean brings his passion and expertise to Sellacopter as a Sales Consultant. Sean will work with our other sales agents to ensure that we can provide the highest tier of airframe knowledge for every single client.