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Private Pilot Student Jonathon
Private Pilot Student Jonathon

Jon Hankins, one of our newest flight students and son of Chief Pilot Wayne Hankins, is currently earning his private pilot’s license! He started his flight training back in November, and he’s perfecting landings and working in the traffic pattern in his most recent lessons.

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PFA and Pilot Finance
PFA and Pilot Finance

We are proud to announce the new finance services available for our flight students! Now, everyone who has ever dreamed of flying has an attainable option for becoming a pilot. We know earning a private pilot’s license or instrument rating can be a big investment and not an easily made decision; that’s why we teamed up with Pilot Finance, an Illinois-based finance team established in 1999.

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Top 10 Traits of the Best Flight Instructors
Top 10 Traits of the Best Flight Instructors

Just like safety and integrity, we value the quality of our instructors here at Pacific Flight Aviation. Our CFIs represent professionalism and high-standard teaching abilities during every flight. No matter with whom you choose to fly, your instructor should provide the best flight education for your pilot’s license.

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IMSAFE Checklist: are you ready to fly today?
IMSAFE Checklist: are you ready to fly today?

You can eliminate risks to a flight by first asking if you are physically prepared to fly. The FAA’s IMSAFE checklist helps pilots determine appropriate well-being before flying. Incorporating this checklist into your flight routine will limit risks and improve your safety and comfort while flying.

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PFA Fleet Grows: Meet the Piper Arrow III
PFA Fleet Grows: Meet the Piper Arrow III

Pacific Flight Aviation is excited to announce the newest addition to our expanding aircraft: the Piper Arrow III.

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