History
In April 2017, High Flight Academy leased 475 Airport Road on the Pittsburgh-Butler Regional Airport campus. With many decades of experience, the founding team members set out to make aviation training practical, accessible and enjoyable for Western Pennsylvania. High Flight Academy has since developed into one of the most advanced private training facilities in Western Pennsylvania. We provide first-flight lessons to new aspiring pilots and continuing education to professional pilots, and everything in between. Our students can choose to train in one of our Cessna aircraft, or gain experience in our Redbird FMX's electric motion platform and wrap-around visual simulator. This simulator is the only one available for public use in Western Pennsylvania. At High Flight Academy, you can take a Discovery Flight with an experienced flight instructor, build your competency and currency in a state-of-the-art simulator, and even become a certified pilot.
Specialties
Our mission is to provide a world-class flight training experience by setting the highest standards of flight instruction in an atmosphere of mentorship and community. Located at the Pittsburgh-Butler Regional Airport, we offer aviation education for students of all levels. Whether you're a hobbyist or a seasoned professional, our world-class staff will give you the best training you can find in Western PA.