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.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
- 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, afternoons, 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
- PSI Testing Center – all FAA written exams can be taken at the flight school
Advisory Note: you will need a medical certificate before flying solo in an airplane. We suggest you get complete this before beginning flight training. This will alert you to any condition that would prevent you from becoming a pilot before you begin your lessons.
Congratulations to our flight school team for earning a spot in the 2019 Flight Training Experience Awards as a Distinguished Flight School!
Discovery Flight
$200
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)
READY FOR AN ADVENTURE?
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 lights of our magnificent city = one memorable experience!
The details: $200 | 45-minute flight | up to 3 passengers | anyone, any age welcome
Book yours today!
Airplane Ride Contact Form
FLIGHT SCHOOL EVENTS & SEMINARS
Upcoming Flight School Events:
Join us for our upcoming FAASTeam Pilot Seminar!
WHEN: TBA
TIME: TBA
WHERE: Fargo Jet Center | West Building
TOPIC: TBA
FOOD: TBA; Bring your appetite!
Questions: fly@fargojet.com | 701-373-8864
READY FOR TAKEOFF? START FLYING TODAY!
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)
- Cirrus Standardized Instructor Pilot (CSIP)
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
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)
- Instrument Instructor (CFII)
- NATA Safety 1st Certified
Tyler Sparrow
Certified Flight Instructor
Contact: tsparrow@fargojet.com
Professional Experience:
- Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Damien Gehler
Certified Flight Instructor
Contact: dgehler@fargojet.com
Professional Experience:
- B.S. in Commercial Aviation, University of North Dakota
- B.A. in French Studies, University of North Dakota
- Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Instrument Instructor (CFII)
- Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
Jon Smith
Certified Flight Instructor
Contact: jon@fargojet.com
Professional Experience:
- Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Nathan Barraza
Certified Flight Instructor
Contact: nbarraza@fargojet.com
Professional Experience:
- Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Instrument Instructor (CFII)
Andrew Fisichella
Certified Flight Instructor
Contact: afisichella@fargojet.com
Professional Experience:
- ATP Flight School Graduate
- Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Instrument Instructor (CFII)
- Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
PILOT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Eric Arnston
First Solo | 4/30/21
Jacob Sahl
First Solo | 4/26/21
Noah Gianfranceschi
Private Pilot | 4/20/21
Andrew Cook
Private Pilot | 4/20/21
Matt Hanson
First Solo | 3/18/21
Neil Ebeling
First Solo | 3/13/21
Chris Kraemer
First Solo | 3/3/21
Jayme Opp
Commercial Pilot | 2/25/21
Dylan Diemer
First Solo | 2/24/21
Justin Lindteigen
Instrument Rating | 2/19/21
Tyler Thomas
Airplane Add-On | 2/17/21
Grant Hemberger
First Solo | 1/12/21
Justin Kleckner
First Solo | 1/10/21
Isaiha Berberich
Private Pilot | 1/6/21
Ryan Murack
Private Pilot | 1/6/21
Tate Russell
CFII | 1/5/21
Nutdanai Nongnuang
Instrument Rating | 12/31/20
Maria Cole
MEI | 12/31/20
Peder LaBerge
Private Pilot | 11/30/20
Dane Sturlaugson
First Solo | 11/27/20
Eric Card
Private Pilot | 11/21/20
Emma Modin
Private Pilot | 11/18/20
William Mickelson
First Solo | 11/11/20
Mitch Carlson
First Solo | 11/6/20
Luke Simon
Private Pilot | 11/2/20
Ben Osman
Private Pilot | 10/9/20
Mikaela Hazard
First Solo | 10/3/20
Peder LaBerge
First Solo | 9/16/20
Damon Larson
First Solo | 9/15/20
Jacob Strinden
First Solo | 8/28/20
Ryan Murack
First Solo | 8/27/20
Noah Gainfranceschi
First Solo | 8/27/20
Jacob Osweiler
First Solo | 8/17/20
Emma Modin
First Solo | 8/17/20
Leif Anderson
Private Pilot | 8/3/20
Tyler Levin
Private Pilot | 7/31/20
Ian Pytlik
Private Pilot | 7/30/20
Kadin Olson
Private Pilot | 7/29/20
Bryce VanLandingham
Multi-Engine Instructor | 7/27/20
Evan Cwikla
First Solo | 7/25/20
Katie Johnson
Instrument Rating | 7/22/20
Andrew Cook
First Solo | 7/16/20
Colin Miller
First Solo | 7/14/20
Dylan Yaggie
First Solo | 7/10/20
Dan O’Day
Instrument Rating | 7/3/20
Tyler Bolme
Airplane Add-On | 7/1/20
Ian Pytlik
First Solo | 6/29/20
Ethan Raan
First Solo | 6/29/20
Connor Crago
Private Pilot | 6/11/20
Steven Froemke
Private Pilot | 6/11/20
Isaac Kern
Private Pilot | 6/2/20
Jhon Arias
Commercial Multi-Engine Rating | 5/27/20
Tristian Morowski
Private Pilot | 5/12/20
Tyler Sparrow
CFI | 5/8/20
Taylor Exizidis-Meier
MEI | 5/6/20
CONTACT US
FARGO JET CENTER – FLIGHT SCHOOL
Hector International Airport (KFAR)
3802 20th Street North
Fargo, ND 58102 USA
fly@fargojet.com | +1 (701) 373-8864
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FARGO JET CENTER
Hector International Airport (KFAR)
3802 20th Street North | Fargo, ND 58102
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