High Flight Academy flight instructors | learn to fly | flight lessons | flight school | airline trainingLearning to fly an airplane is easier than you ever thought possible.

Based out of the Pittsburgh-Butler Regional Airport, High Flight Academy welcomes you to experience our customized, personalized approach in flight training. Our team is dedicated to delivering an exceptional experience by integrating the latest in flight technology and traditional flight training to ensure that every flight lesson is educational, efficient and of course, fun. Try it, and see for yourself with a Discovery Flight Package.

No experience is required – just a desire to learn. We train students of all ages, including international students.

Start Learning to Fly with a Discovery Flight

1-hour Discovery Flight in Cessna 172

$99

  • One-on-one session with certified instructor
  • Learn your instruments and pre-flight inspection
  • Try basic aircraft maneuvers
  • Take-off and landing
  • Question and answer session with instructor
  • Full 30 minutes behind controls of the aircraft

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1-hour Discovery Flight in Redbird Simulator

$99

  • Learn your instruments
  • Guided Independent Flight Training (G.I.F.T.) program demo
  • Basic maneuvers
  • Take-off and landing
  • Question and answer session with instructor

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1.5 hour Discovery Flight in Cessna 172

$179

  • The most extensive, hands-on way to take your first flight!
  • Full hour behind the controls of the aircraft
  • One-on-one session with certified instructor
  • Learn your instruments and pre-flight inspection
  • Try basic maneuvers
  • Take-off and landing
  • Question and answer session with instructor

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High Flight Academy | Butler Flight School | Western PA and Pittsburgh Pilot TrainingGet Ready For Your First Flight

This is the start of a beautiful new hobby (or even a career)! Here’s what you need to know about High Flight Academy:

    • Located at the Pittsburgh-Butler Airport
    • Open daily from 7 A.M. to 8:30 P.M.
    • Experienced instructors dedicated to providing quality, safe, fun lessons
    • No previous experience required
    • Flights are available for US and Non-US citizens

We’re here to answer all of your questions, from your first flight through getting your private pilot license. Use the form below or call us at 724-481-1359 for more info or to schedule your first flight.
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