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About
American Flyers is a nationally recognized flight training school located at Scottsdale Airport. Training pilots since 1939, American Flyers offers private, instrument, commercial, and flight instructor training under FAA Part 61 and Part 141. The school features a fleet of Cessna 172s, Piper 100i aircraft, and Frasca RTD simulators with Garmin G3X and G1000 NXi avionics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
American Flyers has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes, American Flyers is approved for both Part 61 and Part 141 training. Part 141 uses a structured, FAA-approved curriculum with stage checks and lowers the minimum hours for a Private Pilot Certificate from 40 to 35. Part 61 is self-paced with no required syllabus. Ask the school which path fits your schedule.
No, American Flyers does not have a Designated Pilot Examiner on staff. When you're ready for your checkride, you'll need to book with an independent DPE. Ask the school if they can point you to one nearby.
American Flyers's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-100i, Cessna 172R (Skyhawk), and Piper PA-44 (Seminole). Having multiple types in the fleet keeps your training on track if one plane is down for maintenance. Ask the school about current availability and any additional charges per aircraft.
Yes, American Flyers has the following flight training device: Frasca RTD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, American Flyers does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.