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About
Leading Edge Flight Academy is an FAA Part 141 and Part 61 approved flight school located at Bend Municipal Airport in Bend, Oregon. For over 20 years, LEFA has specialized in training both airplane and helicopter pilots, offering professional pilot programs from Private through CFII, along with advanced courses, degree partnership with Central Oregon Community College, and real-world helicopter charter and aerial operations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Leading Edge Flight Academy has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes, Leading Edge 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, Leading Edge 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.
Leading Edge Flight Academy's training fleet includes the Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), Cessna 172N (Skyhawk), Beechcraft F33A (Bonanza), Beechcraft 55 B (Baron), Robinson R22, Robinson R44, and Bell 206. 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, Leading Edge Flight Academy has the following flight training devices: Frasca Cessna 172 Simulator and Frasca R44 Simulator. Ask the school which ratings the devices count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Leading Edge Flight Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.