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FLIGHT TRAINING

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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

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
  • 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

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. 

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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
$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)

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

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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!

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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

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READY FOR TAKEOFF? START FLYING TODAY!

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FLIGHT SCHOOL STAFF & INSTRUCTORS

Mike Paulson

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

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

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

Tyler Gullekson

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: tgullekson@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII)
  • FAA Gold Seal Instructor
  • Remote Pilot Certificate
  • NATA Safety 1st Certified
Bob Christianson

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

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)
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII)
  • FAA Gold Seal Instructor
Tate Russell

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
Tyler Sparrow

Tyler Sparrow

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: tsparrow@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Travis Anderson

Travis Anderson

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: tanderson@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • B.S. in Aeronautics with a major in Unmanned Aircraft Systems, University of North Dakota
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Remote Pilot Certificate
Damien Gehler

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)
  • Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)

PILOT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

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Ryan Murack

Private Pilot | 1/6/21

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Tate Russell

CFII | 1/5/21

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Maria Cole

MEI | 12/31/20

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Peder LaBerge

Private Pilot | 11/30/20

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Dane Sturlaugson

First Solo | 11/27/20

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Eric Card

Private Pilot | 11/21/20

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Emma Modin

Private Pilot | 11/18/20

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William Mickelson

First Solo | 11/11/20

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Mitch Carlson

First Solo | 11/6/20

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Luke Simon

Private Pilot | 11/2/20

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Ben Osman

Private Pilot | 10/9/20

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Mikaela Hazard

First Solo | 10/3/20

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Peder LaBerge

First Solo | 9/16/20

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Damon Larson

First Solo | 9/15/20

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Jacob Strinden

First Solo | 8/28/20

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Ryan Murack

First Solo | 8/27/20

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Noah Gainfranceschi

First Solo | 8/27/20

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Jacob Osweiler

First Solo | 8/17/20

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Emma Modin

First Solo | 8/17/20

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Leif Anderson

Private Pilot | 8/3/20

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Tyler Levin

Private Pilot | 7/31/20

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Ian Pytlik

Private Pilot | 7/30/20

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Kadin Olson

Private Pilot | 7/29/20

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Bryce VanLandingham

Multi-Engine Instructor | 7/27/20

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Evan Cwikla

First Solo | 7/25/20

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Katie Johnson

Instrument Rating | 7/22/20

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Andrew Cook

First Solo | 7/16/20

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Colin Miller

First Solo | 7/14/20

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Dylan Yaggie

First Solo | 7/10/20

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Dan O’Day

Instrument Rating | 7/3/20

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Tyler Bolme

Airplane Add-On | 7/1/20

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Ian Pytlik

First Solo | 6/29/20

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Ethan Raan

First Solo | 6/29/20

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Connor Crago

Private Pilot | 6/11/20

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Steven Froemke

Private Pilot | 6/11/20

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Isaac Kern

Private Pilot | 6/2/20

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Jhon Arias

Commercial Multi-Engine Rating | 5/27/20

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Tristian Morowski

Private Pilot | 5/12/20

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Tyler Sparrow

CFI | 5/8/20

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Taylor Exizidis-Meier

MEI | 5/6/20

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Luke Sowada

Private Pilot | 4/24/20

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Bobby Frauenberg

Private Pilot | 4/22/20

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Eric Card

First Solo | 4/21/20

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Isaiha Berberich

First Solo | 4/11/20

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Ryan Fu

Private Pilot | 3/28/20

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Trey Hausmann

Private Pilot | 3/28/20

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Justin Lindteigen

Private Pilot | 3/20/20

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Gage Payne

First Solo | 3/20/20

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Travis Anderson

CFI | 3/17/20

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Micah DiPippo

Private Pilot | 3/10/20

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Ben Vinych

Commercial Pilot | 3/6/20

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Erik Barner

Private Pilot | 3/3/20

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Conner Crago

First Solo | 2/21/20

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Bobby Frauenberg

First Solo | 2/20/20

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Darren Coombs

First Solo | 2/5/20

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