FLIGHT TRAINING

TAKE YOUR FLYING DREAM INTO REALITY

Hundreds of adventurous 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 newer-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.

LEARN FROM THE BEST

Recognized as one of the best flight schools in the nation by the AOPA (2019, 2026)
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

Advisory Note: you will need a medical certificate before flying solo in an airplane. We suggest you 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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Fargo Jet Center Flight School has been recognized with the Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association (AOPA) 2026 Distinguished Flight School Award!

This recognition honors our team’s commitment to providing an exceptional training experience. We are proud of our instructors & students!

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!

Gift Certificates
(any amount)

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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Piper Archer

Cessna 172

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READY FOR TAKEOFF? START FLYING TODAY!

Private Pilot

Instrument Rating

Commercial Pilot

Certified Flight Instructor

Airline Transport Pilot

Complex Endorsement

FLIGHT SCHOOL TEAM

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)

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)

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)
Instrument Instructor (CFII)

Bella Smith

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: bsmith@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Instrument Instructor (CFII)

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)

Cameron Blazek

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: cblazek@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

B.S. in Business Administration, New Mexico State University
Graduate Certificate in Election Administration, University of Minnesota
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

Christina Jordan

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: cjordan@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

B.S. in Business Administration, Mayville State University
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Instrument Instructor (CFII)
Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)

Kamron Luick

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: kluick@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Instrument Instructor (CFII)

Karter Hilde

Certified Flight Instructor

Contact: khilde@fargojet.com

Professional Experience:

A.A. Business Management, North Dakota State College of Science
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)

PILOT ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Jace Berg

Private Pilot | 4/25/26

Michael Entzi

Private Pilot | 3/29/26

Kimberly Marcell

Commercial Multi Engine | 3/29/26