FLIGHT TRAINING IN VAN NUYS, CALIFORNIA

ActivePILOT, is proud to be at the heart of the general aviation community in Southern California. We are rated as one of the best flight schools in los angeles.

Now offering career packages and career-oriented flight training setting you up for success. ActivePILOT has trained 100s of pilots most of whom go on to fly for major airlines and corporate charter companies in los angeles.

ActivePILOT’s flight training courses and programs offer cost effective solution for aspiring students in the los angeles area to achieve their dreams of becoming a pilot.

Our track record as a flight school in los angeles is proven by the hundreds of pilots who have come through our aviation academy and completed their ratings in structured and efficient way.

At ActivePILOT we understand the importance of having a well maintained and uniform aircraft fleet. Boasting the largest fleet in van nuys of well maintained piper warrior aircraft, we are sure to keep you off the ground and in the air longer building your skills towards your license.

HOW TO BECOME A PILOT

RANKED ONE OF THE BEST FLIGHT SCHOOLS IN LOS ANGELES

At ActivePILOT, we are focused on creating professional aviators. We will work with your schedule and map out a clear path towards obtaining a pilot license. Check out some of our recent success stories from this year below. We have an effective structure to make sure you are prepared and confident to pass your check-ride and become a part of the ActivePILOT community.

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FIND THE PILOT IN YOU

We offer a wide range of programs and workshops to help every pilot achieve their goals. We offer the following flight training lessons at our Los Angeles location. Start your pilots license in California today. (click the links below for information on our specific programs):

• Private Pilot License

  • After accumulating about 40-70 hours of flight time, which includes at least 20 hours of flight training with a certified flight instructor and 10 hours of solo flight, you can qualify for a private pilot license (PPL). This license allows you to fly small aircraft! Take your family and friends flying!

• Instrument Rating Lessons

  • Adding an instrument rating to your private pilot license is crucial for flying with reduced visibility (in clouds or heavy fog) while adhering to strict instrument fight rules (IFR). This rating increases your versatility and safety as a pilot. Increase your piloting skill with a necessary and essential rating.

• Commercial Pilot Lessons

  • A commercial pilot license (CPL) allows you to be compensated for flying. It requires at least 250 total flight hours, including time spent flying at night, cross-country, and solo. Jobs available for low time commercial pilots include: Pipeline Patrol, Traffic Watch, Aerial Survey, and Aircraft Ferrying.

• Certified Flight Instructor Course

  • Adding a Certified Flight Instructor Rating to your Commercial Pilot License is crucial for building a wealth of knowledge, while improving your Crew Resource Management skills on the flight deck. Teaching other aspiring pilots how to fly is one of the most rewarding experiences.

• Multi-Engine Flying Lessons

  • Adding a Multi-Engine Rating to your Commercial Pilot License is crucial for flying for corporate aviation or the airlines. At this point you will be a master of your aircraft being able to control larger airplanes with multiple engines. This rating increases your versatility and safety as a pilot.

• EASA to FAA License Conversion

  • Are you a European pilot trying to covert your EASA Pilots License to FAA Pilot License? We have a step by step guide to help facilitate your training and application with the FAA. Click below to learn more.

• TSA Flight Training

  • Are you looking to complete flight training in the United States but you aren’t sure how to approach it? We have a step by step guide to help facilitate your TSA application and flight training..

Frequently Asked Questions for aspiring pilots

How to begin a career as a professional pilot?

• Our Zero-1500 Airline Training Program is the quickest and most cost effective way of getting to the airlines faster.

• Our flight training programs can be catered to your needs.

How to finance flight training?

There are two realistic options

1. Using pay-as-you-go strategy. Most aspiring aviators work and fly simultaneously. This is doable if you are determined to accomplish your goals. Another helpfull strategy is to complete the online training program like Sporty’s these ground schools will help reduce the overall cost of training.

2. Finding a flight school loan provider. At ActivePILOT we have partnered with Stratus Financial to offer exclusive financing terms.

   • These terms come with competitive rates and deferred payments.

   • We offer a competitive flight school financing option to our students who are looking to start flying lessons in Los Angeles and Van Nuys.

Free Aviation Career Insight

• How do I make a career out of flying? Meet one-on-one with a flight instructor to explore your options!