Private Pilot
Solo, cross-country, and checkride prep.
from $12,500
Learn to fly on the California coast.
Coastal Flight Academy
From discovery flight to ATP — modern glass-cockpit aircraft, online booking, and CFIs who fly the coast every day.
- 7
- Aircraft
- Part 61 & 141
- Certified
- 2009
- Flying since
FAA Part 61FAA Part 141Cirrus Training Center
What we offer
Programs & services
Instrument Rating
Fly in IMC with confidence.
from $9,800
Commercial & CFI
Build the hours and ratings for a career.
from $24,000
The flightline
Our fleet
Cessna 172S Skyhawk
Garmin G1000, IFR equipped.
Cirrus SR20
Side-stick, parachute, glass.
Piper Archer
Stable cross-country trainer.
Meet the team
Instructors & staff
Amelia Hart
Chief CFI / CFII
3,200 hours, 12 years instructing on the central coast.
Marcus Reid
CFI
Commercial pilot, tailwheel and complex endorsed.
Good to know
Frequently asked
How long does Private Pilot take?
Most students finish in 4–8 months training a few times a week.
Can I try before committing?
Yes — start with a discovery flight and take the controls yourself.
Get in touch
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