High Flight Wins AOPA Recognition
High Flight Academy has been recognized for its high standard of accomplishment in flight training by The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA), the world’s largest aviation association. The flight …
Couple Learns to Fly Together at High Flight
We’re absolutely smitten by this couple, who have been learning to fly together at High Flight Academy. JP and Cindy decided to take their love of traveling to the next …
HFA to Host Civil Air Patrol
High Flight Academy is excited to welcome the Civil Air Patrol the last week of October. During their time at HFA, they will be utilizing the full-motion Redbird Simulator to …
A Letter to Future Students, From a Current Student
Choosing a flight school is a big decision. One of our current High Gear to Airline Career students asked us to share this letter with you. We hope it might …
High Flight Academy is Now a CCBC-Approved Flight School
High Flight Academy is now a CCBC-approved flight school! Located at the Pittsburgh-Butler Airport, we offer a world-class flight training experience featuring the best technology available, exceptional instructors, and career mentorship. High Flight Academy gives …
Deciding Between College and Flight School
Whether you’re a student in high school or a working professional, you’re constantly asked: where do you see yourself in five years? Even if you know where you want to …
Roger, Roger! Do You Know Aviation Lingo?
If you’ve seen Airplane (or any movie about airplanes) you might think pilots sling terms like “Roger” and “Foxtrot” all day long. Any experienced pilot will tell you these terms …
Getting the Most Out of Your Flight Lessons
Whether you’re taking recreational flying lessons or are training to become an airline pilot, you’ll want to get every ounce of value out of your training. That can only happen …
Meet the Recruiting Team from Air Wisconsin – September 21
Come visit Air Wisconsin at High Flight Academy to start your aviation career in the right direction. You will learn what benefits Air Wisconsin has to offer, learn what sets …
What’s it Like to be a Woman in Aviation?
Women have been part of aviation since its birth in the early 1900s. Just think of Amelia Earhart, E. Lillian Todd, and Helen Richey. And yet, women make up only …