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Epic Flight Academy is America's largest FAA Part 141 flight school, training pilots from zero experience to airline pilot since 1999. Located at New Smyrna Beach Municipal Airport in Florida, Epic offers professional pilot programs (PPL, IR, CPL, CFI, MEI, ATP-CTP) and FAA Part 147 aircraft mechanic training. With a fleet of new glass cockpit Cessna 172s and Piper Seminoles, plus flight simulators, Epic has trained graduates now flying for 300+ airlines worldwide.
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Epic Flight Academy has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes, Epic Flight Academy 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, Epic Flight Academy 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.
Epic Flight Academy's training fleet includes the Cessna 172 (Skyhawk) and Piper PA-44-180 (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, Epic Flight Academy has the following flight training device: TruFlite 172. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Epic Flight Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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