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About
Take Flight Aviation is the largest private Diamond Aircraft fleet operator on the East Coast, offering a wide range of flight training solutions including Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Multi-Engine, and CFI training programs. Operating a fleet of 18 airplanes and a 2020 Redbird FMX full-motion Advanced Flight Training Device, Take Flight is a Diamond Authorized Service Center with 5 full-time FAA Certified A&P technicians. Located at Orange County Airport (KMGJ) in Montgomery, NY, the school operates under both FAA Part 61 and Part 141 regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Take Flight Aviation, LLC has rental rates on file. to see full pricing and a cost estimate for your Private Pilot Certificate.
Yes, Take Flight Aviation, LLC 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, Take Flight Aviation, LLC 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.
Take Flight Aviation, LLC's training fleet includes the Diamond DA20 C1 (Eclipse), Diamond DA40 NG, Cessna 172S (Skyhawk), and Diamond DA42 NG. 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, Take Flight Aviation, LLC has the following flight training device: Redbird FMX. Ask the school which ratings the device count toward and how many hours you can log.
No, Take Flight Aviation, LLC does not charge a fuel surcharge. The published rental rates are your actual hourly cost.