St Charles Flying Service
St Charles Flying Service
TOP RATED AVIATION IN
MISSOURI
THE MIDWEST
MISSOURI
THE MIDWEST
MISSOURI
TOP RATED AVIATION IN
MISSOURI
Private Pilot Rating
Your gateway to personal aviation
Instrument Rating
Master the art of flying solely by reference to instruments
Commercial Pilot Rating
Turn your passion into a profession - earn money flying aircraft for business
CFl/CFll Pilot
Rating
Share your expertise and shape the next generation of pilots while building hours
WHAT WE OFFER
Private Pilot Rating
Your gateway to personal aviation
Instrument Rating
Master the art of flying solely by reference to instruments
Commercial Pilot Rating
Turn your passion into a profession - earn money flying aircraft for business
CFl/CFll Pilot
Rating
Share your expertise and shape the next generation of pilots while building hours
Ready To Launch Your Aviation Career? St Charles Flying Service Is The Place For You
Why Choose St Charles?
Why Choose St Charles?
Time Efficiency
➢ Complete training in months rather than years
➢ Enter the aviation job market faster
➢ Start earning pilot income sooner
➢ Less time away from current career/life commitments
Financial Benefits
➢ Lower total cost compared to 4 year degree programs
➢ Reduced living expenses due to shorter training period
➢ Faster return on investment
➢ Less student loan burden
Focused Training
➢ Immersive learning environment
➢ Daily hands-on flight experience
➢ Concentrated aviation-specific curriculum
➢ No general education requirements
Time Efficiency
➢ Complete training in months rather than years
➢ Enter the aviation job market faster
➢ Start earning pilot income sooner
➢ Less time away from current career/life commitments
Financial Benefits
➢ Lower total cost compared to 4 year degree programs
➢ Reduced living expenses due to shorter training period
➢ Faster return on investment
➢ Less student loan burden
Focused Training
➢ Immersive learning environment
➢ Daily hands-on flight experience
➢ Concentrated aviation-specific curriculum
➢ No general education requirements
Career Momentum
➢ Quick transition to building flight hours
➢ Earlier access to commercial pilot opportunities
➢ Faster path to higher licenses and ratings
➢ More rapid career progression potential
Operational Advantages
➢ Year-round flight training options
➢ Dedicated aircraft availability
➢ More consistent training schedule
➢ Less weather-related training delays
Career Momentum
➢ Quick transition to building flight hours
➢ Earlier access to commercial pilot opportunities
➢ Faster path to higher licenses and ratings
➢ More rapid career progression potential
Operational Advantages
➢ Year-round flight training options
➢ Dedicated aircraft availability
➢ More consistent training schedule
➢ Less weather-related training delays
OUR FLEET
STATE OF THE ART TRAINING FLEET
Our pristine fleet includes G1000-equipped trainers through multi-engine aircraft. Reliable trainer with both traditional and modern avionics options
200 +
Happy Students
25 +
Years of Experience
150 +
Experienced Instructors
6500 +
Hours
FEATURED PILOT
John Paul
Congratulations to our outstanding student pilot John Paul! With perfect attendance and exceptional skills, John mastered his solo flight in record time and maintains top scores in ground school. His natural talent for flying and dedication to helping fellow students makes him a true St. Charles star! ✈️
TESTIMONIALS
What others are saying
"Highly Professional and Skilled Instruction!"
After researching several flight schools in the area, I chose St. Charles and it was definitely the right choice. Their flexible scheduling worked perfectly with my busy work life, and their ground school program is top-notch. The online booking system makes it easy to reserve aircraft and instructors. Sarah, my primary instructor, has a gift for explaining complex concepts in simple terms
— Michael S.
"Flawless Repair and Exceptional Service!"
Great experience earning my instrument rating at St. Charles. The school has excellent training aids and simulators that really helped me prepare for actual IFR conditions. Their location at a controlled airport gave me plenty of practice with ATC communications. Only minor drawback is occasional delays during peak hours, but that's expected at a popular school.
— Jessica L.
"Highly Professional and Skilled Instruction!"
After researching several flight schools in the area, I chose St. Charles and it was definitely the right choice. Their flexible scheduling worked perfectly with my busy work life, and their ground school program is top-notch. The online booking system makes it easy to reserve aircraft and instructors. Sarah, my primary instructor, has a gift for explaining complex concepts in simple terms
— Michael S.
"Flawless Repair and Exceptional Service!"
Great experience earning my instrument rating at St. Charles. The school has excellent training aids and simulators that really helped me prepare for actual IFR conditions. Their location at a controlled airport gave me plenty of practice with ATC communications. Only minor drawback is occasional delays during peak hours, but that's expected at a popular school.
— Jessica L.
"Amazing Work and Affordable Pricing!"
Just completed my PPL training at St. Charles and couldn't be more impressed! The instructors are incredibly thorough and patient, especially Tom who helped me master those tricky crosswind landings. Their fleet of Cessna 172s is meticulously maintained, and I always felt safe during training. Started with zero experience and now I'm a licensed pilot - worth every penny!
— David M.
"Quick Turnaround and Great Communication!"
I took discovery flight here and was hooked! The staff made me feel welcome from day one, and their intro pricing is very competitive. What really stands out is their emphasis on safety - no cutting corners here. The planes are clean and well-equipped with modern avionics. Already halfway through my private pilot training and loving every minute of it!
— Rachel K
"Amazing Work and Affordable Pricing!"
Just completed my PPL training at St. Charles and couldn't be more impressed! The instructors are incredibly thorough and patient, especially Tom who helped me master those tricky crosswind landings. Their fleet of Cessna 172s is meticulously maintained, and I always felt safe during training. Started with zero experience and now I'm a licensed pilot - worth every penny!
— David M.
"Quick Turnaround and Great Communication!"
I took discovery flight here and was hooked! The staff made me feel welcome from day one, and their intro pricing is very competitive. What really stands out is their emphasis on safety - no cutting corners here. The planes are clean and well-equipped with modern avionics. Already halfway through my private pilot training and loving every minute of it!
— Rachel K
STILL NOT SURE?
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to get a Private Pilot License (PPL) at St. Charles?
Typically 4-6 months with 2-3 lessons per week. Total time varies based on student dedication and weather conditions.
What's the cost of getting a PPL at St Charles?
Average total cost is $12,000-$15,000, including flight time, ground school, materials, and testing fees. Payment plans available
Do I need any prior experience to start flight training?
No prior experience needed! We start with a discovery flight ($199) and guide you through every step of the process.
What type of aircraft do you use for training?
We primarily train in Cessna 172s, equipped with modern avionics. All aircraft are IFR-certified and meticulously maintained.
St Charles Flying Service
6016 Portage Road, Portage Des Sioux, Missouri
63373 United States
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