About Us

Established in Tacoma, WA in 2015, Brotallion is an Army aviator owned business providing military aviation inspired apparel, custom unit apparel, study material, and mentorship for aspiring military aviators. 

Our Blue Skies Collection honors the sacrifices of our fallen Army aircrew and supports their families through The Blue Skies Foundation. 

Apparel designed by aviators, for aviators. Never let your presence meet the ground.

Meet the Crew

Spencer "Smokey" Payne

Co-Founder & President

Hailing from the great state of Tennessee, Spencer is lifter of weights, a driver of Blackhawks, and a closet nerd. He is supported by his lovely wife Aley and their dog Blue. Spence is currently transitioning from active service and will be pursuing his MBA from The University of Tennessee in addition to continued flying with the TN ARNG.

Brett "Cherub" Kroll

Co-Founder & VP of Marketing

Founded in the metro Detroit area, Brett is a transitioning Army Officer and UH-60 driver. Serving as a Co-Founder of Brotallion, LLC as well as the Blue Skies Foundation, Brett manages all things marketing and fulfillment. As a passionate Husband and Father Brett works everyday to embody the mantra; Friendship, Freedom, Flight, and Fitness. Earn your spot.

Kyle "Coast" Kilroy

Co-Founder & Head of Human Performance

Kyle is a California native who pretends to be a pilot in the Army, but really commands a desk. He has a wife, an amazing baby boy, and plans to make a transition out of the Army to continue pursuing his dream of flight in the U.S. Coast Guard. He slays weights in the gym from time to time and loves to give out bad advice to fellow gym rats. He can be found in the squat rack yelling obscenities or in the sky chasing tail winds and blue skies.