At Flight Test Prep Academy, we’re dedicated to turning your aviation dreams into reality. Located in the heart of Long Beach, CA, near the bustling Long Beach Airport, our academy offers a comprehensive range of flight training courses designed to suit aspiring pilots at every stage. Whether you’re just beginning your aviation journey or looking to advance your skills with an instrument, commercial, or flight instructor rating, our programs are tailored to provide you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to soar.
Why Us?
How We Compare
0 hours to Commercial Pilot
National Average: 359 hours | $79,000
Flight Test Prep: 280 hours | $67,000
What Sets Us Apart?
Experienced Instructors: With over 30 years of experience in flight instruction and education, we’re passionate about helping students succeed.
Commitment: To offering you the best education at the lowest price
Modern Fleet: Our fleet includes Cessna 172s and 152s, equipped with advanced avionics and ADS-B In and Out for safety all maintained at our in-house maintenance facility.
Flexible Learning Options: We provide both academy-style and pay-as-you-go training, allowing you to learn at your own pace and budget.
Flight Test Prep Portal: Our education portal supports your learning journey with valuable resources and practice exams.
Why Choose Flight Test Prep Academy?
Flight Test Prep Academy combines decades of aviation and educational expertise with a deep commitment to exceptional training. Our experienced instructors and state-of-the-art technology create an environment where students thrive and reach their aviation goals. We offer both Part 61 and soon-to-come Part 141 training to accommodate different schedules and learning preferences. Our flexible learning options are designed to fit your lifestyle, making flight training accessible and enjoyable.
Academy Format
Our soon-to-be-Part-141 Flight Training Academy takes you from 0 hours to commercial pilot with personalised instruction of part 61 and the rigour, and proven syllabus of part 141 instruction. With the academy you will have access to additional resources to aid your education including:
A proven and reliable syllabus
Online materials for ground sessions accessible through the on-line Academy Portal
In-person group and individual ground sessions
Stage-checks where you fly with a different instructor to evaluate your learning and make sure you are ready for success in the next stage and your check-ride
Part 61
Part 61 refers to a specific body of regulations governing flight instruction. The two main options in terms of flight instruction are part 61 and part 141.
Part 61 offers a wide degree of flexibility in terms of structure, time commitment, and instruction time-line. It allows students and instructors to set the pace and structure of training.