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FLIGHT TRAINING

TAKE YOUR FLYING DREAM INTO REALITY

Hundreds of adventuresome people have earned their wings through the Fargo Jet Center – Flight Training School. No matter if you’re flying for recreation or career advancement, we’re the place for you.

Students learn in new-model Cessna training aircraft
Cessna’s web-based instruction course allows our students to train at home at their own pace

You can learn to fly at many airports, but Fargo’s Hector International Airport presents a fun, challenging learning experience.

Looking for assistance with flying? AOPA offers scholarships to high school students, teachers, primary flight training students, and pilots pursuing advanced ratings or certificates.

AOPA SCHOLARSHIPS

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Recognized as one of the best flight schools in the nation by the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association
New training aircraft with glass cockpit
GPS avionics are included in all of the IFR-rated planes
We have several full-time instructors
All of our instructors work with your schedule, whether it’s weekends, mornings, afternoon or nights
Our online flight scheduling system makes it easy to plan your sessions, wherever you are. Real-time availability ensures accuracy when scheduling planes
Complete insurance coverage is built-in to your rental fee for the plane
PSI Testing Center – all FAA written exams can be taken at the flight school

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Congratulations to our flight school team for earning a spot in the 2019 Flight Training Experience Awards as a Distinguished Flight School!

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Discovery Flight
$149

Thinking about becoming a pilot? Our experienced flight instructors will walk you through the basics of flight in a newer-model Cessna 172S, and you’ll get to fly the airplane as much as you are comfortable. The flight lasts roughly 45 minutes and it includes a tour of our facilities. In addition, we are happy to answer any questions you have about flight training, airplanes, or aviation in general.

Airplane Ride
$200

Give your friends and family a gift they’ll never forget! Our newer-model Cessna 172S aircraft offer a panoramic view over the Fargo-Moorhead area and a life-changing adventure for all ages. With capacity for up to three people, your flight will have you airborne for approximately 45 minutes. The ride can even be customized if you would like to see your home or business from the air.

Gift Certificates
(any amount)

TAKE AN AIRPLANE RIDE OVER THE FARGO-MOORHEAD-WEST FARGO AREA!

Looking for an exciting & unique gift idea or just want to experience something out of the ordinary?

Our airplane rides are ready to be scheduled over the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo area! An airplane ride + overlooking the beautiful sights of our magnificant city = one memorable experience!

The details: $200 | 45-minute flight | up to 3 passengers | anyone, any age welcome

Book yours today!

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FLIGHT SCHOOL EVENTS & SEMINARS

Upcoming Flight School Events:

Join us for our upcoming FAASTeam Pilot Seminar!

WHEN: February 25, 2020
TIME: 1830 – 2030
WHERE: Fargo Jet Center | West Building

TOPIC: Hands-on Workshop Using the Technology of ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot

Join our flight instruction team for an evening of ForeFlight and Garmin Pilot experience. Bring your tablet and let’s work together planning a simulated flight from Fargo westward into the mountains. We’ll cover many features available to assist you with your route planning.

Food: We’re serving ham & cheese sliders! Bring your appetite!

Questions: fly@fargojet.com | 701-373-8864

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FLIGHT SCHOOL TRAINING FLEET

C172SP SKYHAWK

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C182RG SKYLANE

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High Performance Endorsement

Complex Endorsement

Tailwheel Endorsement

FLIGHT SCHOOL STAFF & INSTRUCTORS

Mike Paulson

Flight School Manager

Contact: mpaulson@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP)
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Instrument Instructor (CFII)
Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
FAA Gold Seal Instructor
Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI)
FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)

Tajae Viaene

Chief Flight Instructor

Contact: tviaene@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

B.S. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, North Dakota State University
Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP)
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Instrument Instructor (CFII)
Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI)
Remote Pilot Certificate

Anna Grindeland

Flight School Administrative Assistant

Contact: agrindeland@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

B.A. in Communication Studies with an emphasis in Event Planning and Promotion, Minnesota State University Moorhead
Certified Test Center Proctor

Tyler Gullekson

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: tgullekson@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Remote Pilot Certificate
NATA Safety 1st Certified

Bob Christianson

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: bchristianson@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

A.S. in Computer Science, North Hennepin Community College
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Instrument Instructor (CFII)
Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI)

Carson Hagen

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: chagen@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

B.S. in Agriculture Systems Management, North Dakota State University
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

Tate Russell

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: trussell@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

B.S. in Management, North Dakota State University
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
NATA Safety 1st Certified

PILOT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Darren Coombs

First Solo | 2/5/20

Trey Hausmann

First Solo | 1/22/20

Ryan Hassel

Private Pilot | 1/16/20

Sydney Thieschafer

Private Pilot | 1/6/20

Luke Sowada

First Solo | 12/31/19

Kylee Aberle

First Solo | 12/23/19

Grace Rames

Private Pilot | 12/23/19

Jayme Opp

Instrument Rating | 12/11/19