
Become a Pilot
in Palm Desert, CA
Get to the skies and fly over The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Shops at The Gardens on El Paseo with NextGen Flight Academy.
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Become a Pilot in Palm Desert
Choosing to become a pilot is a decision filled with excitement, commitment, and promise. Whether a career or a recreational hobby, the world of flight is a true gem for those who reach their flight training goals. The reasons to become a pilot are endless, but we can provide you with some of the most important to us.
Learn more about pilot training by booking a visit to NextGen Flight Academy today.
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Why should I train with NextGen?
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- Our specialties include High Temperature Operations, Desert Flying Techniques, Luxury Aviation Experiences. NextGen Flight Academy offers both FAA Part 141 and Part 61 approved programs.
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- Take advantage of our geographic benefits: Scenic desert landscapes, Year-round VFR weather, Proximity to luxury resorts.
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- Train at Palm Springs International Airport (KPSP) and Bermuda Dunes Airport (KUDD) and Thermal Airport (KTRM) and Jacqueline Cochran Regional Airport (KTRM), giving you access to diverse training environments and airspace complexities.
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- Train in the luxurious desert oasis of Palm Desert, with access to scenic desert landscapes and high-temperature operations. Experience flying in various conditions and terrains while enjoying the local aviation community.
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Fly Today
Discover the true beauty of California and see Palm Desert from a new perspective. Flight over The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens and The Shops at The Gardens on El Paseo.
Interested in what it’s like to be in the pilot seat? Schedule an introductory flight with us to try it out!
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Hear From Our Students
Our Riverside location students are part of a great aviation community. Training at NextGen Flight Academy extends beyond a flight training syllabus and checkrides. We strive to make our community a family of aviation enthusiasts. Without a comfortable training environment, we don’t believe success would be as possible… or as fun!
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Learn what it’s like to fly, and see if you have what it takes to be a pilot! Take our quiz to find out.
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