ADF Airways Flight Academy

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ADF Airways Flight Academy - Finally done with all those licenses! - Flight Instruction Near Me - Miami, Florida

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Byron L.

1 year ago

Amazing flight academy! They help you every step of the way. I did my private pilot here and it was a great experience! The instructors are very knowledgeable and the staff is very pleasant to work with. I will be continuing my instrument training here. Highly recommend! read more

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Camilo G.

3 years ago

Extremely professional flight school for anyone who wishes to take off their pilot career the right way. Very well maintained fleet and very well trained instructors. ADF offers simulators for various aircraft, even for jet transition. I got my commercial license at ADF a while back and am gladly surprised it has become the best flight school in South Florida. Great place to learn the joy of flight and turn it into a great career. read more

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Art M.

4 years ago

DO NOT go to this School! They are greedy criminals! They do not have good business ethics! They owe us a simple refund of $500, they have promised the refund multiple times but refuse to return our $500 dollars. Terrible business practices! Now we are forced to take them to court to get our money back. read more

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Hailey H.

3 years ago

Very good school, instructors are super responsible and professional. Everyone is very friendly ! Love ADF, best school in town.

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Andrew M.

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5 years ago

Refused to sign off on student pilot IACRA FTN unless I signed a contract with them despite FAA recommendation.

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Ola H.

7 years ago

Unfortunately I cannot give this school 5 stars due to the extremely rude man they have working dispatch named David. He has a terrible attitude and makes flying at adf something I do not look forward to. 2 stars because my instructor is good however having to interact with David on a regular basis has ruined the experience for me. Id rather take my money to a school where students are treated with respect. read more

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Nicolas A.

4 years ago

ADF is the best school in south Florida. Instructors are not also great pilots but excellent persons. Airplanes always in greats conditions.

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Santiago M.

5 years ago

If I could I would give 0 stars to this "flight school" they basically steal your money and time... me as a local student didn't had the opportunity to attend classes as the international students because "they didn't had time for me" and when I asked for my money back they told me they did not return it and that I had 18 months to use it or it will be lost! Basically stolen. I'm going to sue this aweful flight school read more

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Alex F.

We are an Aviation School with more than 30 years of experience. Our…

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Jairo L.

6 years ago

They basically stole my money, telling me one day,that they can't get more time to keeping me there, they canceled my student visa with no reason..... i was so concerned and frustrated.! I definitely not recommend this "flight school" read more

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John D.

11 years ago

I've been going to this school for about a year now and I have to say I don't regret a single day I've been with them. The maintenance on the planes is top notch, keeping up with any and all discrepancies. They have really cool sims including a Boeing 737 which, I have to say, is awesome! The instructors are very knowledgeable and they programs they offer are very structured. The Staff is very kind and courteous and consistently helping all of their students with anything and everything. I would recommend this flight school to any and all trying to get their pilots certificates. read more

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Carlo P.

8 years ago

Adf it's a bad academy where the owners are just interesting in your money, they cancel visa of International students to keep their deposits, there are a lot similar cases like mine which they kept my money. stay awake from this academy if you want to avoid problems. read more

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Jessica M.

9 years ago

Took my written exam there. The desk was clean but the room was a tad too cold for my taste. The reference book had no marks and they have a cool expo marker for the transparency sheet. It was a nice testing room. read more

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Actual S.

13 years ago

it s true that they have good safety record, it s true that hey have competitive prices on the pilot training programs, it is not true that you became pilot in short time, it is not true that they have planes availables to fly anytime you want, it is not true that you will save money, because you have to spend more time waiting for the check rides. the owners are more worried to make money that to make pilots, don t have a decent places to ground school, the planes are to olds, with a lot of age problems, not enough FAA check riders because it is a bussines and they dont want to share, so everybody is delay, IF YOUR DREAM IS BE A PILOT, IT WILL TURN INTO THE WORST OF YOUR NIGHTMARES IF YOU CHOOSE ADF AIRWAYS.. read more

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More info about ADF Airways Flight Academy

14532 SW 129th St
Bldg 227
Miami Executive Airport
Miami, FL 33186
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(305) 233-6648
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http://www.adfairways.net

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What time does ADF Airways Flight Academy open?

ADF Airways Flight Academy opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does ADF Airways Flight Academy close?

ADF Airways Flight Academy closes at 7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.ADF Airways Flight Academy closes at 5:00 PM on Saturday.ADF Airways Flight Academy closes at 4:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 7:00 PMSat 8:00 AM - 5:00 PMSun 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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Does ADF Airways Flight Academy have free WiFi?

Yes, ADF Airways Flight Academy has free WiFi.

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ADF Airways Flight Academy is located in Miami Executive Airport with over 30 years of expirience offering flight training.

History

Established in 1986.

Alex Derly Farkas was in persuit of becoming a Commercial Pilot, she started as an Flight Attendat in Colombia and afterwards travelled to the US with her familiy where she started her flight training. After a few years of expirience, she started in one office renting one plane at the Tamiami Airport. This is where ADFs story started.

Meet the Business Owner: Alex F.

Alex Farkas started her bussines back in the 80s, when aviation was still a man dominated industry. She had one dream, shareing her knowledge and passion to other future pilots. That´s how she started ADF renting one office and airplane at the Tamiami Airport in Kendall

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John S.

2 years ago

I got all of my licenses from Private, Instrument, to Commercial back in 2020. I didnt have any family in aviation therefore i didnt even know where to start. I checked out other flight schools in Miami Executive but all they gave me was a price list of how much it costs for the rental and cfi fees, no guidance whatsoever. I went to ADF and they gave me a curriculum and the estimated costs for all the training. It was very detailed and I was quite satisfied. Before I even signed up with them they tell you realistic prices so you know what to expect and not try to cash grab you unlike other flight schools who promise that you will spend less but then end up spending way more. Anyway, I recently acquired my Flight Instructor license and my Instrument Instructor license with them. The process was great and organized and I got assistance from them in finding the appropriate Designated Pilot Examiner so I can do my Check Ride for those licenses. It was definitely a great experience and I was given a strong foundation in terms of Knowledge, Skills, and Good and safe habits from the start so I can pursue a career for the airlines. I definitely recommend this school if you want a structured education in Aviation. read more

Santi P.

5 years ago

Got all my pilot licenses here in this school, after struggling to find a good school I found Adf back in 2019 and I still come and train here.since I joined they started taking care of me no matter what I needed they even provide special training for students who struggle to learn and they also provide different payment options. The instructors I had and even the other ones where always around me ready to answer my questions and help me improve in someway, I disagree with people that come here to spread lies. me and all the people I met during my training always had a good experience, I wish everyone could come and visit and see how great their staff is. read more

Nicolas F.

5 years ago

I currently attend ADF airways and I don't regret it at all. The administration have been so kind to me,and the instructors are extremely cooperative and make sure to work around your schedule they have a wide array of hours to accommodate for anyone's flight hours. As well as being a nice school they take Covid extremely seriously nobody is allowed in the school without a mask, large barricades to protect students and mandatory monthly COVID tests to ensure the students as well as instructors are safe. Overall this is a great school and gladly would recommend to others. read more

Sami M.

4 years ago

ADF is the worst shittiest and full of scumbag flight school in miami I dont recommend them i went to see if i can look for a flight school to do the rest of my training in december yet they said they will call me but never did just so show you people why not to waste your money on such a scummy garbage flight school read more

David A.

6 years ago

ADF is the best school in south florida. If you are in love in aviation, just as I am then you should definitely go to ADF. Their fleet is amazing, the instructors have a lot of experience and will help you out during the entire training, and the people who work there will make you feel like family. read more

Irene L.

5 years ago

I've had an awesome experience! Everyone's happy to help! My instructors have been very accommodating with my schedules! The FD sorts out any issues very quickly! Love Many and Maru! Maureen has been a great help in stressful times! And Alex is the best! Always very supportive! read more

Daniel S.

6 years ago

More than a school a family, the school staff and instructors are always available for their students. A friendly environment and professional training with high standards not only making safe pilots but good human beings. read more

Shoel R.

6 years ago

The school is awesome!! Very respectful, more than 35 years giving excellent instruction and forming very good pilots. The school is very clean always and is taking care of their students!! Very recommended read more

Sebastian L.

6 years ago

I did all of my pilot certificates at ADF, excellent staff and flight instructors, they always made me feel as part of a family, they care about students and their training, best flight school in the US !! read more

Sumant S.

6 years ago

One of the best flight schools in South Florida! Great service, staff, and knowledgeable instructors. Definitely recommend this place for any airplane certification/rating! read more

Cristina V.

6 years ago

Amazing flight school all the instructors are very professional, excellent staff and service. Very good environment and so organized. I will definitely recommend Adf 100% read more

Juliana L.

6 years ago

I graduated from ADF in 2017, it was an amazing experience. All the staff is very professional and friendly. Would recommend to anyone looking for a flight school. read more

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