CAREER & PRIVATE PILOT TRAINING

Flight Training in Charlotte

Based in Gastonia at Gastonia Municipal Airport (KAKH)

Empowering Pilots Through Training, Mentorship, and Community

Financing information for your flight training journey

Learn about tuition, payment options, and third-party financing resources available to prospective students.

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Charlotte, NC
(KAKH)

Train in the Charlotte Metro Area

Academy of Aviation’s Charlotte-area campus is based at Gastonia Municipal Airport (KAKH), offering a focused training environment with convenient access for students throughout the western Carolinas.

Focused Training Environment

With a less congested operating environment, students are able to concentrate on fundamentals, aircraft handling, and consistent flight operations while building confidence in the cockpit.

Student Experience

Students train in a small-town setting while remaining just minutes from Charlotte’s aviation industry. Student pilot Nick says: “From start to finish, my experience at the Gastonia, NC campus has been nothing short of outstanding.”

Academy of Aviation – Charlotte (Gastonia)
1030 Gaston Day School Rd
Gastonia, NC 28056
Local: (704) 459-8759
Admissions: (888) 983-4284

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Airline Hiring
Partnerships

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The Delta Propel program offers Academy of Aviation students who become flight instructors a clear route to flow directly to Delta Air Lines after serving with Endeavor Air.

The Republic Airways RJet Cadet Program empowers Academy of Aviation pilots to launch and advance their careers with Delta Air Lines, United Airlines®, and American Airlines.

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AOA Referral Program

Refer a friend and Earn $1,000 in Flight Training Credit

At Academy of Aviation, we believe flying is better with friends. That is why we are rewarding you for helping others achieve their aviation dreams.

Here is how it works:

Refer a new student to Academy of Aviation

When your referral enrolls in our PPL to CPL program, you will receive a $1,000 flight training credit.

Your credit will be added 60 days after your referral starts school, and their payment is confirmed.

There is no limit. Refer as many friends as you like and keep earning credits toward your flight hours.

Start spreading the word and watch your flight hours take off.

Financing
Information

Financing information is available through independent third-party lenders, including Sallie Mae®, for eligible Career Pilot programs. Academy of Aviation does not provide loans or make lending decisions.

FINANCING INFORMATION

FEATURED PROGRAMS

Check out some of our top programs - built to get you flying fast and set you on a clear path to your aviation goals.

Delta Propel Program

Become a Delta Pilot

100-Hour Multi Engine Program

$2026 Discount

BECOME A PILOT.
START HERE.

Academy of Aviation's graduates are flying with most Major Airlines worldwide. To receive more information about enrollment, reach us by calling, chatting, texting, or by filling out the form below.

Flight Training in Charlotte

Empowering Pilots Through Training, Mentorship, and Community