ASEL
Private Pilot
The foundation: aircraft control, navigation, weather, and decision-making, built from your first lesson through your first passenger flight.
- FAA minimum
- 40 hrs
- Includes
- Solo + XC
Flight training · KFCI and Central Virginia
Private Pilot to ATP.
One-on-one instruction in single- and multi-engine aircraft, taught with the structure of a military training program and the flexibility of a private instructor.
Programs
Every certificate. Every rating.
Each program follows a written syllabus, with clear milestones and honest progress checks, so you always know what's next and how close you are to the checkride.
IR
Instrument Rating
Fly precisely by reference to instruments, and manage IFR procedures, approaches, and real-world weather decisions with confidence.
- Instrument time
- 40 hrs
- XC as PIC
- 50 hrs
SEL · MEL
Commercial Pilot
Polish your flying to professional standards with commercial maneuvers, systems knowledge, and the judgment expected of a pilot who flies for hire.
- Total time
- 250 hrs
- Category
- Single / Multi
AMEL
Multi-Engine Rating
Engine-out procedures, VMC awareness, and twin-engine systems, trained in the Cessna 310 and the Tecnam P2006T.
- Aircraft
- C310 · P2006T
- Adds to
- PPL / CPL
ATP · AMEL
Airline Transport Pilot
The highest pilot certificate the FAA issues. We prepare you for the ATP practical test with multi-engine flight training and focused oral exam preparation, including a streamlined path for military aviators.
- Total time
- 1,500 hrs
- Restricted ATP (military)
- 750 hrs
- Prerequisite
- ATP CTP
- Category
- Multi-engine
61.56 · 61.57
Flight Reviews & IPCs
Stay current and sharp. Flight reviews and Instrument Proficiency Checks tailored to the flying you actually do.
- Flight review
- 24 mo
- IPC
- As needed
Military transition
Military to Civilian Cockpit
Taught by a retired Army officer who understands where you're coming from. We help you turn military flight experience into civilian certificates efficiently, from military competency credit to the ATP.
- Guidance on converting military experience under 14 CFR 61.73
- Logbook review and a plan built around the hours you already have
- Multi-engine training and ATP checkride preparation
Hour figures are FAA minimums under 14 CFR Part 61 and are shown for reference. Actual training time depends on the individual.
The training path
Your route to the airlines
Start at any step. Bring the certificates and hours you have, and we'll plan the most direct route from there.
- 01
Private Pilot
Learn to fly, solo, and carry passengers.
- 02
Instrument
Fly in the clouds, safely and precisely.
- 03
Commercial
Fly to professional standards, and fly for hire.
- 04
Multi-Engine
Master twin-engine aircraft and engine-out procedures.
- 05
ATP
The certificate required to fly for the airlines.
How we train
Standards first. Then stick and rudder.
Twenty years of Army logistics teaches you that preparation beats improvisation. Every flight starts with a clear objective and ends with an honest debrief.
- Training to the FAA Airman Certification Standards (ACS) from day one
- Scenario-based instruction that builds judgment, not just maneuvers
- Steam gauges and glass cockpits across a varied set of aircraft
- Ground instruction from an Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI)
Getting started
Four steps to the checkride
Reach out
Tell us about your experience, your goals, and your schedule.
Build the plan
We review your logbook and lay out a training plan, aircraft, and airport that fit.
Train
Structured flight and ground lessons, each with a clear objective and debrief.
Checkride
Mock orals and checkride prep so you walk in ready and walk out certificated.
Aircraft
Eight types. One standard.
From light-sport trainers to light twins. Train in the aircraft that fits your goals and budget. Availability varies by airport, so ask when you reach out.
Cessna152
Cessna172 Skyhawk
Cessna182 Skylane
Cessna310
TecnamP92
TecnamP2006T
PipistrelAlpha Trainer
PipistrelVirus
Training airports
Based at KFCI. Training across the region.
Home base is Richmond Executive–Chesterfield County Airport. Lessons are also available at four more airports across Central Virginia and Hampton Roads.
- KFCIRichmond Executive–Chesterfield County · Home base
- KRICRichmond International
- KOFPHanover County Municipal
- KPTBDinwiddie County
- KPVGHampton Roads Executive
Range rings from KFCI · Not for navigation
I'm a military pilot. Where do I start?
Start with a logbook review. Many military aviators can earn civilian certificates through military competency (14 CFR 61.73), and qualifying military pilots may be eligible for a Restricted ATP at reduced hours. We'll map the most direct route from the experience you already have.
How long does training take?
It depends on how often you fly, your prior experience, and the certificate. FAA hour requirements are minimums, and consistent training (two to three lessons a week) is the most efficient path. We'll give you a realistic estimate once we know your goals.
What do I need before my first lesson?
Nothing more than curiosity. Before you solo you'll need a student pilot certificate (applied for through IACRA) and, for most aircraft, an FAA medical certificate. We'll walk you through both.
Do you offer flight reviews and IPCs?
Yes. We offer flight reviews (14 CFR 61.56) and Instrument Proficiency Checks (14 CFR 61.57(d)), tailored to the aircraft and type of flying you do.
What about the ATP CTP?
The ATP Certification Training Program is completed through an FAA-authorized provider and is required before the ATP multi-engine knowledge test. We'll help you sequence the CTP, the knowledge test, and your flight training to keep things moving.
Which airport will I fly from?
Home base is KFCI in Chesterfield. Training is also available at KRIC, KOFP, KPTB, and KPVG, depending on the aircraft and your location.
Your next rating
Let's build your training plan
Tell us where you are in your flying, and we'll map the most direct route to where you want to be.