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About
Aloha! Pacific Flight Academy specializes in delivering top-tier flight training to aspiring pilots pursuing a professional aviation career. Our program is designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to excel in today’s competitive aviation industry. We take pride in employing the most experienced and dedicated CFIs in Hawaii, ensuring each student receives personalized, high-quality instruction. Our CFIs are passionate about aviation and committed to mentoring the next generation of pilots. To provide an unmatched training experience, we operate the newest and most advanced fleet of aircraft available in the Pacific, including our modern Sling 2 Next Generation Trainer (NGT) aircraft. These aircraft are equipped with state-of-the-art avionics and offer the best balance of safety, performance, and efficiency—giving our students the technological advantage they need to succeed. Whether you’re beginning your journey toward an airline career or seeking advanced ratings, PFA offers a supportive and professional learning environment that sets you up for long-term success. Our proven training methods, cutting-edge aircraft, and exceptional instructors make us the premier choice for flight training in Hawaii. PFA was founded in 2020 with a mission to revolutionize flight training in Hawaii by providing student pilots access to the most advanced and efficient trainer aircraft available. Our commitment to excellence has fueled remarkable growth. We’ve modernized our fleet with 4 Sling 2 (NGT) aircraft and plan to expand to 6-10 airframes to meet demand. In addition, we’ve introduced a new financing option through Wurthy, giving aspiring pilots flexible, customizable loan terms to pursue their goals. Our efforts have been recognized by industry leaders—PFA has been selected as a professional pilot development program for Alaska Air Group. We remain committed to offering the best training experience in Hawaii.
Instruction Rates
Frequently Asked Questions
Pacific Flight Academy has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
No, Pacific Flight Academy operates under Part 61. Training is self-paced: you and your instructor set the curriculum rather than following a pre-approved syllabus. The FAA minimum for a Private Pilot Certificate under Part 61 is 40 flight hours, though most students need 60 to 70.
No, Pacific 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.
Pacific Flight Academy's training fleet includes the Sling 2 NGT, Cessna 172M (Skyhawk), and Beechcraft 58 (Baron). 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.
No flight simulators are listed for Pacific Flight Academy. Some schools have basic Aviation Training Devices that may not be in our database. Ask them directly.
No, Pacific Flight Academy does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.