Springfield, Missouri (SGF)

A Part 141 & 61 certified flight school.

The exclusive flight school for
Ozarks Technical Community College.

Premier Flight Center is the foremost flight training school in the Southwest Missouri area. Located at the Springfield-Branson National Airport, we offer programs for anyone interested in starting a professional aviation career, flying for business or for pleasure.

Our courses from Private, Instrument, Commercial or Instructor can, if needed, be conducted at an accelerated pace.

FLIGHT SCHOOL PROGRAMS

PRIVATE PILOT

Realize your dream and become a pilot. At Premier Flight Center you can do it in as little as three to four months!

COMMERCIAL PILOT

This is your way to make aviation more than just a hobby, make it a career! Many of our commercial students have career options after certification.

INSTRUMENT IFR

We will tailor an accelerated program to fit your current experience level using both our Simulator and our Technically Advanced Aircraft. (TAA)

MULTI ENGINE

We are excited to offer this 5 day Accelerated Multi-Engine Course. Find the course details and the day-by-day breakdown here. The schedule can be adjusted to fit yours.

OUR FLEET OF AIRCRAFT

Piper Seminole PA-44-180 (Complex Aircraft)

Equipped with 2 Lycoming 0-360-A1H6 Engines developing a maximum 180 horsepower each.

Garmin G500 Primary Flight Display Glass Cockpit
(2) Garmin 430 Moving Map GPS

NOT TECHNICALY ADVANCED

Piper Arrow PA28R-201 (Complex Aircraft)

Equipped with 1 Lycoming IO-360-C1C6 Engine developing a maximum of 200 horsepower (Fuel Injected)
Traditional Cockpit Instrumentation
(2) Garmin 430 Moving Map GPS
NOT TECHNICALLY ADVANCED

Piper Archer PA28-181

Piper Archer PA28-181
Equipped with 1 Lycoming O-360-A4M Engine developing a maximum of 180 horsepower 
Garmin G3X Primary Flight Display and Multi-Function Flight Display Glass Cockpit
(2) Garmin 430 Moving Map GPS
(1) Garmin GFC500 Flight Director and Auto Pilot 

TECHNICALLY ADVANCED

Piper Warrior PA28-161

Equipped with 1 Lycoming O-320-D3G Engine developing a maximum of 160 horsepower
Avidyne EX5000 Full Glass Panel Display OR Garmin G500 Primary Flight Display Glass Cockpit
(2) Garmin 430 Moving Map GPS Glass Cockpit OR (2) Garmin 530 Moving Map GPS
NOT TECHNICALLY ADVANCED

TECHNICALLY ADVANCED

The Redbird FMX FLIGHT SIMULATOR

The Redbird FMX utilizes a force feedback system that takes the realism of your simulator experience to a completely new level. Control Loading allows you to learn how the aircraft controls will feel at various trim and airspeed combinations. In fact, you’ll be able to learn the core building blocks of flight on the ground before attempting to manhandle the real aircraft.

FRQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is it hard to learn to fly?

No. People of all shapes and sizes, ages and abilities have learned to fly. It’s fun, and from the beginning of your training, you get to do most of the actual flying! On the practical side — while flying isn’t a difficult skill to learn, you’ll have to be willing to stick with it until you meet all the requirements. Also, you should consider the cost of becoming a pilot — you’ll have to pay for your physical exam and your lessons.

When can I start?

Right away. All you have to do is contact our flight center and sign up for an introductory lesson. You don’t have to have a student pilot’s certificate or a medical certificate to take flying lessons.

How many lessons do I have to take before I solo?

It depends on you, however, the more time you can commit to lessons consistently, the quicker/cheaper you’ll get done.  There is no set number of lessons or hours of flight training. Your instructor must make sure you have learned to perform certain maneuvers before allowing you to solo. These maneuvers include safe takeoffs and landings. You must use good judgment when flying and be able to keep control of the aircraft.
Also, you’ll have to get a medical certificate and a student pilot’s certificate to fly solo.

How long does it take to get a pilot’s license?

Premier Flight Center’s  custom training curriculum suggests a minimum of 2 flight lessons a week. With this frequency a new private pilot can expect to train between 50-60 hours.

How old do you have to be to get a pilot’s license?

You must be at least 16 years old to get your student pilot certificate. You’ll need to be 17 in order to receive the regular pilot’s license. There’s no age limit for you to fly, as long as you qualify medically.

How much does it cost to get a private pilot’s license?

Students who can commit to at least 3 lessons a week and who come prepared can expect to spend around $13,000-$15,000. That is very competitive to the nationwide average. Plus, Premier Flight Center has pilot supplies available! From checklists, to knee boards, to battery-charging backpacks….we got you supplied.

Is flying safe?

Yes. A well-built and well-maintained aircraft flown by a competent and prudent pilot is as safe or safer than many other forms of transportation.

If engine failure occurs, what will happen?

Modern aircraft engines are reliable and failure rarely occurs. However, your lessons will cover what to do in this situation, including selecting a good landing area and safely landing.

Can I obtain a Commercial Pilot’s License at Premier Flight Center?

Yes! we offer Private pilot, Instrument, and Commercial training, and multi-engine training as well. Premier is the area experts in specialized training such as Certified Flight Instructor, Instrument Proficiency checks, Bi-annual flight reviews, and even glass cockpit transition training.

FAQ questions were sourced from www.faa.gov/pilots/become/faq/  Read more here: www.faa.gov/pilots/become/

SCHEDULE YOUR INTRODUCTORY FLIGHT AND MAKE GOOD ON THAT DREAM

INSTRUCTORS & STAFF

INSTRUCTORS & STAFF

CONTACT US

For more information, give us a call. 417-720-4066
Or fill out the form below to ask about flight training or to schedule your first flight.

Located at 5000 W Kearney, STE 110 Springfield Missouri, 65803 In the old terminal next to Expedia.
Corina Bond
General Manager
Matt Beaty
Chief Flight Instructor, Gold Seal Instructor, Director of Safety - CFII, MEI
Kyle Mckee
CFII, BGI, IGI, AGI, MEI
Richard Meads
CFII, Flight Operations Support
Dylan Potter
CFII, MEI
Alijah Hampton
CFII
Luke Allen
CFI, CFII MEI
Nick Blomquist
CFI
Alex Anderson
CFI, CFII MEI
Julien Bernard
Student Relations Director, CFII
Kaitlyn McClure
Scheduler
Brian Blake
Flight Operations Manager
Cole Haselhorst
Flight Operations Support, CFI
Skylar Smillie
Flight Operations Support
Thomas Brand
Flight Operations Support
Logan Mattix
Flight Operations Support
Ryan Williams
Flight Operations Support
Corina Bond
General Manager
Matt Beaty
Chief Flight Instructor, Gold Seal Instructor, Director of Safety - CFII, MEI
Kyle Mckee
CFII, BGI, IGI, AGI, MEI
Richard Meads
CFII, Flight Operations Support
Dylan Potter
CFII, MEI
Alijah Hampton
CFII
Luke Allen
CFI, CFII MEI
Nick Blomquist
CFI
Alex Anderson
CFI, CFII MEI
Julien Bernard
Student Relations Director, CFII
Kaitlyn McClure
Scheduler
Brian Blake
Flight Operations Manager
Cole Haselhorst
Flight Operations Support, CFI
Skylar Smillie
Flight Operations Support
Thomas Brand
Flight Operations Support
Logan Mattix
Flight Operations Support
Ryan Williams
Flight Operations Support