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About
Bode Aviation, Incorporated (BAI) is a diversified aviation business headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico providing flight training, charter, maintenance repair and overhaul, and special mission operations. The Bode Academy of Aviation is FAA approved under 14 CFR Part 141 and Part 61 to provide training for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, and ATP certificates, and is a recognized Cessna Pilot Center and VA-approved training provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Bode Aviation has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes, Bode Aviation 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, Bode Aviation 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.
Bode Aviation's training fleet includes the Cessna 150, Cessna 172R (Skyhawk), Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), Cessna 182RG (Skylane RG), and Beechcraft C90 (King Air). 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, Bode Aviation has the following flight training device: Unknown AATD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Bode Aviation does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.