FLEET
American Flyers has been a world leader in training pilots for over 80 years. We train pilots with the best and most versatile aircraft, simulators, and avionics to date.
With a fleet of over 55 aircraft, 25 simulators, along with over 200 dedicated instructors students are able to receive the best flight training in the industry has to offer around the world.
Flight Training Aircraft
Piper 100i
The Piper Pilot 100i is the ideal addition to the training aircraft fleet American Flyers currently uses as they are suited more for training and less for personal aviation. It was added to our fleet due to the G3X avionics suite, which can be switched between glass and round dial presentation. The Piper Pilot 100i is the perfect mix of simplicity from the original Piper Archer aircraft, and upgraded avionics technology, working together to highlight the back to basics mentality that is the basis for all training programs taught at American Flyers.
- Length – 24ft
Maximum Range 522 nm
Maximum Cruise Speed 128 kts
Maximum Occupancy – 4
Cessna 172R
The Cessna 172R is known as the most successful single-engine aircraft ever built and has gained the reputation for being the ultimate training aircraft. Since its first flight in 1955, the Cessna 172 has been a reliable, dependable, easy-to-fly aircraft, making it a popular choice for any flight school. This model has proven to be economical, safe, and easy to learn on and operate. The tricycle landing gear makes this aircraft easy to land and contributes to the plane’s high safety record.
- Length – 27ft, 2 in
- Maximum Range – 687 nm
- Maximum Cruise Speed – 122 kts
- Maximum Occupancy – 3
Piper PA-44 Seminole
The Piper PA-44 Seminole is known as the leading twin-engine trainer and features fuel injected engines and advanced Garmin G1000 NXi avionics. This model offers the perfect combination of reliability, durability, and value, making it a clear choice for flight schools. The Piper Seminole was designed with safety in mind, especially when it comes to engine design. One of the key safety features of this aircraft is the integration of two counter rotating 180HP Lycoming O-360 E1A6 engines.
- Length – 27ft, 2in
- Maximum Range – 700 nm
- Maximum Cruise Speed – 162 kts
- Maximum Occupancy – 3
Aircraft Avionics
Garmin G3X
The Garmin G3X's ability to transform allows the pilot to display the flight instruments in either "glass" or "six-pack" layouts, which is invaluable for training and situational awareness. Its impressive technology allows the pilot to switch to synthetic mode, which provides a 3D visualization of the flight path using “Highway in the Sky” technology, surface features, and a synthetic overlay of the airport taxiways and runways.
KEY FEATURES
- Touchscreen
- Switch between “glass” and “round dial”
- Synthetic vision
- Smart device integration
Garmin G1000
The Garmin G1000 NXi software is the latest technology in integrated cockpit avionics. By incorporating the software into the Frasca RTD, users are able to learn correct procedures and habits as all menus and buttons represent the avionics that students will find in the aircraft. The revolutionary design of the Garmin G1000 NXi brings higher levels of situational awareness and safety to the cockpit.
KEY FEATURES
- Customizable Display
- Advanced AHRS Architecture
- Look to the Future in Virtual 3-D
- Ability to integrate local Weather, Radio and Traffic
Frasca RTD Simulators
Frasca RTD
The Frasca RTD (Reconfigurable Training Device) offers the most immersive flight training experience available. This flight simulator can be easily reconfigured to different aircraft configurations, and it’s durable design and easy maintenance make it an extremely reliable training tool. Using the G1000 NXi Software, the flight instructor is able to control the simulated environment (wind, temp, time of day), as well as cause simulated failures (engine, avionics, fuel) in real time.
KEY FEATURES
- Available in single or twin aircraft types
- Operational knobs and switches in correct positions for accurate tactile experience
- Open or closed cockpit options
- Single or three channel visual display options
- Realistic aerodynamics
- LCD flat screen display with FRASCA CGI technology