Expand your horizons when you enroll in our flight training program. As a Cessna Pilot Center, we are aligned with the best in the industry – delivering flight training in newer model Cessna aircraft and offering a comprehensive training curriculum in an engaging and fun environment for our future pilots. We offer flight training in our fleet of Cessna 172s in standard Nav II (steam gauge) and G1000 (glass panel) avionics packages. In addition, our Redbird full-motion flight simulator offers our students the ability to sharpen their skills and realistically simulate more advanced scenarios in the classroom environment. Learn more about our flight training program below. [Discovery Flight] Take to the skies for your first flight in one of our Cessna 172 aircraft. You’ll learn about all the safety features of the aircraft, take to the skies and even grab the controls of the aircraft as you learn the basics of flight with one of our experienced FAA certified flight instructors. At the conclusion of the flight, you’ll receive a logbook endorsed by your flight instructor logging your first hour of flight. The discovery flight also makes a great gift! [Training Budget + Timeline] The exact number of hours to obtain your Private Pilot License varies by individual and depends upon how long it takes you to safely master the objectives along the way. On average, students accumulate 65 hours prior to taking their test. What remains constant is that we will always place our primary emphasis on creating safe and proficient pilots. We have students that fly a couple of times a week, and students that fly every day. We are open seven days a week and will meet with you to tailor a program to meet your needs and work around your busy schedule. Financing is available to cover your flight training program. [Curriculum] Students at our Cessna Pilot Center learn in the aircraft as well as in the classroom. Our ground school curriculum is a powerful and interactive online training program designed to be at your own pace and to work in conjunction with your flight training. We offer training for Private, Instrument, Commercial and Certified Flight Instructor ratings. [Instructors] Our team of experienced FAA certified flight instructors come from a background of corporate, airline and other aviation experiences – but all bring a wealth of knowledge and the ability to teach students utilizing a variety of different learning styles. Instructors participate in continuing education programs, and put together periodic seminars for our students. At Big Sky Aviation, we believe that creating opportunities for our students and pilots to further their education creates camaraderie and fosters a safer airport environment for all of us. When you begin your flight training, your instructor will meet with you to discuss your timeline, objectives and any other concerns or questions you may have about the program. They’ll work to develop a flight training program and path that will allow you to achieve your goals.

Airport(s)

KMIV

Fleet and Facilities

4 Cessna 172S, 2 equipped with G1000s and 2 6 pack with KLN GPS systems.