Three LA Flight Academy aircraft on the patio

Our
FLEET

Our aircraft and simulator are carefully selected and professionally maintained to support every stage of your flight training journey. From Piper Warriors and Cessna 172s to a Cirrus SR20 GTS, Beechcraft multi-engine, and our FAA-approved Gleim BATD simulator, LA Flight Academy offers the tools and technology to help you train efficiently and safely.

Our Fleet

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N219EL

($275hr/$255 block)

  • 2007 Cirrus SR20 GTS
  • 200 horsepower
  • Avidyne Primary Flight Display (PFD) with Dual Garmin 430 GPS
  • Autopilot
  • IFR Certified
  • Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA)
  • Ideal for Instrument, Commercial, and TAA time building
  • $275/hour (wet)
  • $255/hour 10 hour block (wet)
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N120B

($380hr/$350 block)

  • 1962 Beechcraft 95-A55 Twin Engine
  • 260hp per Engine — Fuel Injected
  • Garmin 375 Touchpad GPS with Bluetooth Flightstream
  • Dual Axis Autopilot
  • Multi / Complex / High Performance all-in-one
  • IFR Certified
  • Ideal for Commercial Multi-Engine and MEI Training
  • $380/hour (wet)
  • $350/hour 10 hour block (wet)
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N252SP

($185hr/$175 block)

  • 1999 Cessna 172S
  • 180hp — Fuel Injected
  • Garmin 750 Touchpad GPS with Bluetooth Flightstream
  • Dual G5's (Attitude Indicator & Directional Gyro)
  • Autopilot
  • IFR Certified
  • Ideal for Instrument, Commercial and CFI Training
  • $185/hour (wet)
  • $175/hour 10 hour block (wet)
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N76015

($175hr/$165 block)

  • 1976 Cessna 172N
  • 160hp Carbureted
  • Dual VOR’s and Comm’s
  • IFR Certified
  • Garmin 750 Touchpad GPS w/Bluetooth Flightstream
  • Ideal for Private, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, Spin training and time building
  • $175/hour (wet)
  • $165/hour 10 hour block (wet)
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N42982

($185HR/$175 block)

  • 1983 Piper Archer II
  • 180hp Carbureted
  • Garmin 650 and Garmin 355 GPS with Dual G5s
  • 3 Axis Autopilot
  • Technically Advanced Aircraft
  • IFR Equipped
  • Time-Building and Private Pilot Training
  • $185/hour (wet)
  • $175/hour 10 hour block (wet)
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N7901C

($175hr/$165 block)

  • 1975 Piper Archer II PA28-181
  • 180hp Carbureted
  • Garmin 430 GPS
  • Dual VOR’s and Comm’s
  • IFR Certified
  • Ideal for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial and CFI Training
  • $175/hour (wet)
  • $165/hour 10 hour block (wet)
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N4313F

($175HR/$165 block)

  • 1978 Piper Archer II PA28-181
  • 180hp — Piston-Single
  • Garmin 430 GPS
  • Traditional Round-Gauge Panel
  • Comfortable Four-Seat Configuration
  • Time-Building and Private Pilot Training
  • $175/hour (wet)
  • $165/hour 10 hour block (wet)
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N8156R

($165HR/$155 block)

  • 1979 Piper Warrior II PA28-161
  • 160hp — Piston-Single
  • Garmin 650 GPS
  • Traditional Round-Gauge Panel
  • Comfortable Four-Seat Configuration
  • Time-Building and Private Pilot Training
  • $165/hour (wet)
  • $155/hour 10 hour block (wet)
Gleim BATD Simulator photo
Gleim BATD Simulator photo
Gleim BATD Simulator photo

Gleim BATD Simulator

($70hr/$60 block)

  • Gleim BATD Flight Simulator
  • FAA-Approved Basic Aviation Training Device (BATD)
  • Supports yoke, rudder, throttle, and full avionics stack
  • Ideal for structured ground-based flight training
  • Log up to 2.5 hours toward Private Pilot (14 CFR §61.109(k)(1))
  • Log up to 10 hours toward Instrument Rating (14 CFR §61.65(i))
  • Maintain IFR Currency (14 CFR §61.57(c))
  • Located on-site at LA Flight Academy in Van Nuys
  • $70/hour
  • $60/hour 10 hour block

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Our Training Programs

Whether you're starting your aviation journey, advancing your skills, or pursuing a career in aviation, LA Flight Academy offers tailored programs for all experience levels.

Private Pilot

Take the first step toward becoming a pilot with our comprehensive Private Pilot Course.

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Instrument Rating

Enhance your skills and safely navigate through low-visibility conditions with our Instrument Rating course.

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Commercial Pilot

Pursue your career as a professional pilot with our structured Commercial Pilot Course.

LAFA aircraft in flight, viewed from behind the pilots

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Multi-Engine Rating

Expand your capabilities with our Multi-Engine Rating course, designed to elevate your aviation skills.

LAFA's multi-engine aircraft on runway viewed from the front

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Certified Flight Instructor

Share your passion for flying and inspire the next generation of pilots by becoming a Certified Flight Instructor.

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Advanced Training & Add-Ons

Looking to specialize? Explore Spin Training, BFRs, IPCs, and more advanced programs to enhance your skills.

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Cirrus Training

Train in our Cirrus SR20 GTS — a Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) perfect for Commercial, Instrument, and time-building. Fly with glass panel avionics and modern systems used in today's charter and corporate aircraft.

LAFA Cirrus aircraft viewed from the front on the runway

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LA Flight Academy student flying over Los Angeles

Take the First Step
With a Discovery Flight

Experience the excitement of flying with a discovery flight at LA Flight Academy. Whether you're pursuing a passion or preparing for a professional aviation career, this is your chance to take control and explore the skies over Los Angeles and beyond. Book your discovery flight today and start your journey into aviation!