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

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!

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Discovery Flight
$230

Ready to take the controls? Our expert flight instructors will guide you through the exciting basics of flying in a newer-model Cessna 172S. You’ll get to pilot the aircraft yourself—flying as much or as little as you’re comfortable! This 45-minute adventure also includes an exclusive tour of our state-of-the-art facilities. Whether you’re curious about flight training, aircraft, or aviation as a career, we’re here to answer all your questions and fuel your passion for the skies!

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READY FOR AN ADVENTURE?

Wondering what it's like to fly an airplane or are you looking for an exciting & unique gift idea?

Our Discovery Flights are ready to be scheduled over the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo area! A first-hand experience with flying + overlooking the beautiful sights of our magnificent city = one memorable experience! 

The details: $230 | 45-minute flight

Book yours today!

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FLIGHT SCHOOL STAFF & INSTRUCTORS

Tajae Viaene

Tajae Viaene

Director of Flight School Operations

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)
  • FAA Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE)
Tate Russell

Tate Russell

Chief Flight Instructor

Contact: trussell@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • M.B.A., North Dakota State University
  • B.S. in Management, North Dakota State University
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII)
  • Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
  • NATA Safety 1st Certified
Mike Paulson

Mike Paulson

Certified Flight Instructor | Charter Pilot

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)
Hannah Fisichella

Hannah Fisichella

Flight School Administrative Assistant

Contact: hfisichella@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • A.S., Metropolitan Community College
  • Certified Test Center Proctor
Jayme Opp

Jayme Opp

Lead Flight Instructor

Contact: jopp@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII)
  • Advanced Ground Instructor (AGI)
John Frankl

John Frankl

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: jfrankl@fargojet.com 

Professional Experience:

  • B.S. in Commercial Aviation, Concentration in Safety, University of North Dakota
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII)
Justin Hawk

Justin Hawk

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: jhawk@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • B.B.A. in Aviation Management, University of North Dakota
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Cullen Rein

Cullen Rein

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: crein@fargojet.com 

Professional Experience:

  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Kamron Luick

Kamron Luick

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: kluick@fargojet.com 

Professional Experience:

  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Caleb Hill

Caleb Hill

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: chill@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • B.S. in Commercial Aviation, University of North Dakota
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII)
NIcholas Hamilton

NIcholas Hamilton

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: nhamilton@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

  • B.S. in Commercial Aviation, Concentration in Aviation Safety and Business Aviation, University of North Dakota
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • Instrument Instructor (CFII)

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