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FlightGest Academy is a leading flight school located at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (KRDU), offering Part 61 and Part 141 training programs. With over 25 years of experience and 2,000+ alumni, the academy provides personalized instruction for Private, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, and CFI certificates. The school features a modern fleet of Piper and Cessna aircraft with glass cockpit avionics, a Redbird LD simulator, an on-site FAA testing center, and an in-house maintenance facility.
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FlightGest Academy has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes, FlightGest 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, FlightGest 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.
FlightGest Academy's training fleet includes the Piper PA-28-TX (Archer TX), Piper PA-100i, Cessna 172 (Skyhawk), Piper PA-44 (Seminole), Piper PA-28-180 (Cherokee), and Piper PA-28-II (Archer II). 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, FlightGest Academy has the following flight training device: Redbird LD. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, FlightGest Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.
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