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, 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
Congratulations to our flight school team for earning a spot in the 2019 Flight Training Experience Awards as a Distinguished Flight School!
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 A HOLIDAY LIGHTS SKY TOUR 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!
Holiday Lights Sky Tour 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)
- 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)
- FAA Gold Seal Instructor
- 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
Tyler Sparrow
Certified Flight Instructor
Contact: tsparrow@fargojet.com
Professional Experience:
- Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
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
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)
PILOT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
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
Luke Sowada
Private Pilot | 4/24/20
Bobby Frauenberg
Private Pilot | 4/22/20
Eric Card
First Solo | 4/21/20
Isaiha Berberich
First Solo | 4/11/20
Ryan Fu
Private Pilot | 3/28/20
Trey Hausmann
Private Pilot | 3/28/20
Justin Lindteigen
Private Pilot | 3/20/20
Gage Payne
First Solo | 3/20/20
Travis Anderson
CFI | 3/17/20
Micah DiPippo
Private Pilot | 3/10/20
Ben Vinych
Commercial Pilot | 3/6/20
Erik Barner
Private Pilot | 3/3/20
Conner Crago
First Solo | 2/21/20
Bobby Frauenberg
First Solo | 2/20/20
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
Paul Grommesh
Private Pilot | 12/10/19
Bob Christianson
CFII | 12/9/19
Gavin Sunderland
Private Pilot | 12/7/19
Gabriella Danyo
Private Pilot | 12/4/19
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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