Posts in Fixed-Wing Aviation
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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Airspace

Here at Pacific Flight Aviation, we offer two pilot certifications, private and commercial certificates, as well as the instrument rating. These high-level certificates allow pilots to fly with fewer restrictions than sports or recreation licenses with expanded airspace.

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Piper Archer III: Small Yet Mighty

If you train with Pacific Flight Aviation (PFA), you have the chance to fly some of the best planes on the market. Here at PFA, we’re a fan of Piper fixed-wing aircraft. Founder and CFI, Wayne Hankins, learned to fly in Piper planes himself. Our first addition to the PFA fleet, the Archer III, is an ideal fixed-wing for all levels of flying experience; its up-to-date yet simplified system offers advanced technology for the pros while still attainable enough for newcomers.

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Welcome To Pacific Flight Aviation!

Welcome to Pacific Flight Aviation, the newest fixed-wing aircraft training program based at  John Wayne Airport! We are eager to teach future pilots to fly with excellence by setting a foundation of safety, quality and integrity.

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