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Benefits of Earning Your Commercial Certificate

Flying an airplane is an extraordinary experience that brings a sense of freedom and exhilaration. For those who have obtained their private pilot certificate, the thrill of soaring through the sky is already embedded in their hearts. However, why stop there? Even if you are content with flying solely

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Aviation: The Year In Review

American Flyers is about to celebrate 85 years of supporting pilots. Over those 85 years, one thing has never changed: our commitment to helping you flourish as an aviator by providing the best education possible. In a world where airlines often emphasize swift progression, we firmly believe that taking

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Flying During the Holidays: What To Plan For At New Airports

The holiday season is a time of celebration and joy, and for many aviation enthusiasts, it presents an opportunity to take to the skies and embark on memorable adventures with family and friends. However, flying during the holidays, especially to new and unfamiliar airports, demands meticulous planning and a

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Understanding Pilot Certificates and Ratings

When thinking about obtaining a pilot’s license, it’s easy to be confused by the terminology used. Technically, there is no such thing as a pilot’s “license.” What the FAA issues are certificates and ratings. A pilot certificate describes the privilege level – the kind of flying the pilot is

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Cold Weather Operations

With the hot weather disappearing in most parts of the country, pilots are thinking about the upcoming winter weather and the challenges that will affect how we plan and execute our flights. While cold weather and icing conditions quickly pop into the minds of most pilots when thinking about

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Do You Have What the Airlines Are Looking For?

If you don’t have a solid foundation of the fundamentals and strong instrument flying skills, you will quickly find yourself behind the power curve and eventually washing out of class. You have been flying recreationally for years. During one of many vacations with friends or family, you find yourself

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American Flyers has long been considered the Finish-Up experts

American Flyers has long been considered the Finish-Up experts and we are extremely proud of our reputation of getting the job done quickly. We can customize a training program to satisfy the most demanding schedule and by getting away from the distractions, you will be amazed at the progress

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Four Reasons to Get Your Instrument Rating

You don’t need to have accumulated hours of experience before embarking on your instrument training; in fact, you can start the day after your private pilot checkride. Almost 80% of our private pilot graduates come back to American Flyers for their Instrument Rating; they recognize the safety and the

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Common Struggles in Finishing Up What You Have Started

We all can relate to life getting in the way of goals and aspirations, and this is affecting the aviation industry now more than ever. Large numbers of aspiring pilots delayed their training due to COVID, but many are now ready to pick up where they left off. However,

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A Good Pilot Is Always Learning

Flying is one of those endeavors in which nobody can know everything. My advice to those who think they know all they need to know about flying is to stop flying. Or, for your sake and that of your passengers, please keep reading. When it comes to flying, there

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Oshkosh Air Show 2023: One Of The Most Thrilling Events Of The Year

Thousands of pilots and aviation enthusiasts gathered in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, to witness the spectacle of high-flying acrobatics and cutting-edge aircraft technology. Before the air show began, pilots and air traffic controllers geared up to provide a seamless and safe experience for all attendees. If you’re not aware, the number

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Featured Student and Fire Captain: Aaron Connor

Tell us a little about yourself. My name is Aaron Connor, and I am a fire captain, husband, and father of two. I began my career as a volunteer with Klein Fire Department in 1998. While there, I held many ranks, from captain to district chief, and I was

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Benefits of Earning Your Commercial Certificate

Aviation: The Year In Review

Flying During the Holidays: What To Plan For At New Airports

Understanding Pilot Certificates and Ratings

Cold Weather Operations

Do You Have What the Airlines Are Looking For?

American Flyers has long been considered the Finish-Up experts

Four Reasons to Get Your Instrument Rating

Common Struggles in Finishing Up What You Have Started

A Good Pilot Is Always Learning

Oshkosh Air Show 2023: One Of The Most Thrilling Events Of The Year

Featured Student and Fire Captain: Aaron Connor

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