Cayce was born and raised in Franktown, CO. He began his flying career in 2003 while going to school in Utah. His ratings include Airline Transport Pilot, Instructor and Instrument Instructor. In helicopters, he has over 4500 hours of flight experience. He has given over 2500 hours of instruction.
In addition to flying, he is a Designated Pilot Examiner. Working for the Denver FAA Flight Standards District Office, he is one of two people in the Colorado-Wyoming area certified to issue helicopter certificates to aspiring pilots. In his career, he has flown some of the smallest and largest helicopters, to include the CH54 Skycrane. Cayce served as a Chief Instructor, Fire pilot, and Tour pilot. For the last 8 years, he’s been flying Emergency Medical missions in Colorado, Wyoming, and New Mexico.
Cayce now works for Airlife Denver where he serves as a Base Lead Pilot and Safety Officer. In 2008, Cayce founded Copters for a Cause. The organization is a non-profit that utilizes helicopters to help with fundraising, support, and education for the local community. When he is not flying, he enjoys spending time with his wife Staci, daughter Charlotte, and his dogs.