Getting Started
Determine Eligibility
You must be at least 16 to get a student pilot certificate, 17 for Private , and 18 for Commercial.
Be a US Citizen or Obtain TSA Approval
Read, write and speak English
Discovery Flight
This is a great opportunity for you to actually fly an airplane. It lasts an hour and it's a blast! It's also a chance to ask lots of questions and get to know us!
Set up a tour and meeting
Do this either with your Discovery Flight or before you take one. We will show you the amazing airplanes and go through all the details.
Set up a Schedule
We use an online scheduling system that makes us paperless. You have control over your schedule. Schedule as many sessions as you like.
We will help match you with a Flight Instructor that you will work with throughout your training.
Sign up for the Online Portion of your Ground School
Although there will be plenty of in-person ground school, you can do much of the studying at home. This immersive and interactive Ground School course guides you through each module step-by-step.
Obtain a FAA Medical
We will let you know some Doctors that we really like. You will need at least a Third Class Medical for flight training. These are simple physical exams but does require an Aviation Medical Examiner to preform them.
pay for flight training
Financing Available
You can pay as you go if you like. About 50% of our students will use some sort of financing. Some will use credit cards and others fixed term loans. We work directly with a couple lenders but there are other lenders available. There are also many scholarships available if you search
Purchase Required Pilot Supplies
You will need a few supplies such as an Aviation Headset, iPad, books, charts, flight computer and a few other items. We will go through it all with you.
Getting Started
Determine Eligibility
You must be at least 16 to get a student pilot certificate, 17 for Private , and 18 for Commercial.
Be a US Citizen or Obtain TSA Approval
Read, write and speak English
Set up a tour and meeting
Do this either with your Discovery Flight or before you take one.
We will show you the amazing airplanes and go through all the details.
Purchase Required Pilot Supplies
You will need a few supplies such as an Aviation Headset, iPad, books, charts, flight computer and a few other items.
We will go through it all with you.
Obtain A FAA Medical
We will let you know some Doctors that we really like. You will need at least a Third Class Medical for flight training.
These are simple physical exams but does require an Aviation Medical Examiner to preform them.
Set up a Schedule
We use an online scheduling system that makes us paperless. You have control over your schedule. Schedule as many sessions as you like.
We will help match you with a Flight Instructor to be your primary instructor throughout your training, but you’re welcome to take lessons with any of our instructors in order to give you maximum schedule flexibility.
Book Discovery Flight
This is a great opportunity for you to actually fly an airplane for about an hour. It’s also a chance to ask lots of questions and get to know us!
Flight Training Financing Available
You can pay is full or as you go! About 50% of our students use some sort of financing. Some will use credit cards and others fixed term loans. We work directly with a few lenders but there are other lenders available. There are also many scholarships available.
FAQs
What are the requirements to start flight training?
To begin flight training, you must be at least 16 years old to solo and 17 to obtain a Private Pilot License (PPL). You’ll also need to pass a basic medical exam and be able to read, speak, write, and understand English. No prior aviation experience is required.
How long does it take to get a pilot’s license?
The timeline varies depending on your schedule and weather conditions, but most of our students earn their Private Pilot License in 1 to 3 months if training consistently. The FAA requires a minimum of 40 flight hours, though most students need around 50–70 hours to be fully prepared.
How much does flight training cost?
Flight training costs can vary based on aircraft type and how frequently you train. On average, earning a Private Pilot License ranges from $10,000 to $14,000. We offer personalized training schedules to help make it manageable.
Do I need any experience before starting?
No previous flight experience is necessary. We train students from the ground up, starting with the basics. All you need is a strong interest in aviation and the commitment to learn.
What kind of aircraft will I be flying?
Our fleet includes modern, well-maintained training aircraft such as the Cessna 172 and Piper Warriors. These planes are ideal for learning due to their reliability, stability, and wide use in flight schools across the country.