Flight Training in Charlotte/Gastonia

Commercial and Private Pilot Academy at Gastonia Municipal Airport (KAKH) in Charlotte/Gastonia, NC.

Introducing our "First Flight to First Officer" Career Program.

Academy of Aviation Charlotte/Gastonia Campus Information & Highlights

The Gastonia campus was a big leap forward for the Academy. It marked our furthest expansion and opened up exciting new opportunities, like running the airport for the city, getting into commercial fueling, and offering a solid base for our aircraft sales and management activities—all to better support our students.

With plenty of space and even more potential, Gastonia quickly became a favorite among our students.

The campus covers about 23,000 square feet across five buildings, with additional dedicated outdoor spaces. Here's how it's set up:

Academic operations happen in the Student Hangar, FBO, and Classroom Building.

Maintenance is handled in the Light Repair Hangar and the Heavy Repair Hangar.

The facilities include:

• A 15-seat classroom and a 12-seat classroom, both equipped with whiteboards and aviation training tools.
• 6 private briefing/debriefing cubicles for one-on-one ground instruction.
• 1 full-motion, FAA-approved advanced simulator.
• 1 stationary, FAA-approved advanced simulator.
• 2 stationary, FAA-approved BATD simulators.
• 3 FAA-certified written exam testing stations.
• Restrooms located in the FBO building.
• Fuel and maintenance services as needed.

We also have large hangar spaces that can be used for bigger groups or special events. Our fleet here includes late-model Cessna 172s, Diamond DA42s, and three flight simulators for training.

All routine maintenance is performed on-site by our FAA-approved maintenance subsidiary, Heavy Metal Air, overseen by an Inspection Authority holder.

Academy of Aviation
1030 Gaston Day School Rd
Gastonia, NC 28056
Flight School Admissions: (516) 613-4556

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Financing is Available

Full financing is available for our "First Flight to First Officer" career pilot program. The Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan® is available for those who qualify.

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