Flying Over LA: 5 Iconic Landmarks You’ll See During Training
Published by: Alex Feldman
Flying in Los Angeles offers more than just top-tier flight instruction—it also comes with stunning views. At LA Flight Academy, students regularly experience the beauty of Southern California from above while building flight time and perfecting maneuvers. Here are five iconic landmarks you’re likely to fly over during your training at Van Nuys.
1. The Hollywood Sign
Visible from miles away, the Hollywood Sign is one of the most recognized symbols in the world. During your training flights, you’ll often pass by or near this legendary hillside landmark nestled in the Hollywood Hills.
2. Downtown LA Skyline
Flying past the skyscrapers of Downtown LA gives students a real sense of operating in complex airspace. It’s a perfect setting to sharpen your situational awareness and communication skills in a bustling metropolitan environment.
3. Santa Monica Pier
The colorful Ferris wheel and beach-lined coast of the Santa Monica Pier make it a favorite visual checkpoint for local pilots. Training flights along the coast offer breathtaking views and practical lessons in coastal navigation.
4. Malibu Coastline
The Malibu shoreline offers peaceful airspace and gorgeous scenery. It’s an excellent area for practicing maneuvers while enjoying views of cliffs, canyons, and luxury homes lining the Pacific Ocean.
5. Griffith Observatory
Another LA icon, the Griffith Observatory, sits atop Mount Hollywood and provides a picturesque frame for city views. Students flying in from the north or east often catch this landmark during arrival or departure routes.
Experience the Skies with LA Flight Academy
At LA Flight Academy, we combine real-world flight training with unforgettable aerial experiences. Located at Van Nuys Airport, our programs are designed to prepare you for your aviation goals while making the most of Southern California’s unique geography.
Learn more about our training programs or schedule a discovery flight to see these views for yourself.
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Ready to begin your journey? Contact us or call (747) 277-4232 to speak with a member of our team and find out how LA Flight Academy can help you earn your wings.
