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    Aviators Flight Academy

    4.6 (27 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    I flew with Aviators flight academy as a birthday present from my wife. I didn't know what I was getting into but lemme tell you something . It was simply amazing. Giancarlo was a great instructor. Not once did I ever feel unsafe, even as a first time pilot up there, he made everything super easy. Flying with him over Malibu and Point Dune was an experience I'll never forget. I highly recommend flying with Aviators flight academy.

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    I got a discovery flight for my husband's birthday. Blake was very helpful when booking the flight very informative and answered all my questions. My husband was very surprised and loved every minute of it. He flew with Giancarlo, he is an awesome instructor. They got to fly over Malibu which was awesome! Highly recommend!

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    Loved hosting you and your son. Come back anytime.

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    Took a discovery flight frist time in a small plane. Had a great time. Evan and the staff were great.

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    Such an amazing experience! I think I've found my new passion! Rodney was great, he really made me and my wife feel comfortable in the air.

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    Amazing experience. Flight was beautiful, the entire crew was nice and made it very easy for a first time flyer. Will be back!

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    I had an amazing experience at AFA! My flight instructor Rodney was awesome and really helped set me at ease! I can't wait to do it again!!!

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    Blake was a terrific instructor. He was very clear and informative. His landing was very smooth also!

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    Blake, the owner was also really nice, even though he had to reschedule me twice due to plane issues.

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