Without a doubt, Learn to Fly San Diego was the best company to go with for our son, who has safely…read moreand successfully achieved his goal of obtaining his private pilot's license. With some of the best Chief Flight Instructors in this city, we believe owner Chris Sluka runs a 5-star flight school with their company-owned fleet of planes. Don't go with any flight school that requires you to join a club where the instructors have to rent out the planes just to give a flight lesson. We had erroneously done that first, which was a big mistake. Once we quickly changed over to Learn to Fly San Diego, flight scheduling was easier and we trusted every decision the CFIs made to ensure our son was safe in the air and knowledgeable on the ground. THANK YOU Learn to Fly San Diego. You really were the best flight school for our son and our family and we highly recommend them. ltfsd.com

This is a very late review. Purchased this thru Groupon in January 2019 for my son's birthday…read more He had so much fun. Contrary to other reviews, the pilot came right on time for my son's scheduled appt. Joe was his pilot. Joe was very professional and patient. He taught my son a lot during the ground training and he gave my son a lot of hands on opportunity during the flight. I was able to join them during the flight and while up In the air Joe would tell us what part of san diego we were at just like a tour guide. I thought that was really nice of him. After we landed, Joe was gracious enough to take photos with my son! Will definitely come back for another round!

Bruce was an excellent discovery flight instructor. We spent about an hour on the ground going over…read morethe controls and then took off over San Diego. During the flight, I got to try using all of the different controls we went over on the ground and even fly the plane completely on my own for a bit! I couldn't recommend Let's Fly San Diego more highly if you're looking for a great first time experience!

Absolutely incredible! After just an hour of instruction, I was flying a Cessna myself. Bruce, my…read moreinstructor, was professional, thorough, and laser‑focused on safety. If you've ever dreamed of piloting an airplane--or even pursuing a license--this experience delivers. Intense, exhilarating, and unforgettable. Highly recommended!

We stopped here for a weekend and they couldn't have been more helpful. Took great care of us and…read moreour plane. Old fashioned FBO, least expensive on the field and really friendly. Will return there next time as well.

Look the flight instructors here might be great, I have no idea. The program sounds amazing. The…read moreproblem for me was the mysogonistic right wing hints and jokes by Jeff during orienttion. I took my son here to attend the informational/sales pitch, not to listen to a guy childishly insert his viewpoints to perfect strangers for four hours. What we heard, spoiled rich kid example name Gavin (wow, clever). Planes are like women, if you beat them up a little just stroke them and sprinkle perfume on them and they'll be fine. The less fuel the lighter the plane, I try to get my girlfriend to understand this. Keep it neutral like trump did with North Korea, when he stopped the fighting (ummmm, what fighting?) You need a background check for your pilots license, so no antifa records. They stopped naming the planes after indians, I don't know some silly reason. We get it, you love trump (the ultimate spoiled child). We aren't here for juvenile references or political innuendos. We don't need to listen to this or pay for it. Keep it to yourself.

I've had an overwhelmingly positive experience with Coast Flight Training. With so many flight…read moreschools to choose from in Southern California, I did extensive research and toured multiple schools. Coast Flight Training stood out immediately with the nicest facilities by far. Coast operates a fleet of 17 well-maintained aircraft, three free desktop simulators, and an FAA approved simulator. What truly sold me, however, was the customer service and maintenance staff. Anytime I had a question or concern about an aircraft, the on-site maintenance team was readily available to assess and address it, which provided a great deal of confidence and safety. Scheduling was also very flexible and accommodating, allowing me to efficiently complete my training within the projected timeframe. Additionally, Coast's location in San Diego at Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport provided invaluable experience training at one of the busiest Class D Airports in the country. Training in this complex airspace helped build real-world confidence, and I now feel comfortable navigating any airspace nationwide. I would highly recommend Coast Flight Training to anyone looking to earn their private pilot license recreationally or to those pursuing a career in the airlines.

I've had an amazing experience at Coast Flight Training, and have been able to receive my PPL, IFR,…read moreCSEL, CFI, and soon to be CFII rating. The instructors are knowledgeable, patient, and truly care about your progress as an individual and as a student. I can't say enough positive things about the instructors I've met and had the privilege of learning from. The aircrafts are well maintained and the admins makes scheduling a smooth process. Overall, this school has helped me gain confidence as a pilot and has always created a welcoming and supportive environment to learn and grow.

I purchased "Intro to Flight" as a birthday present and Chance was great with addressing my…read morequestions/concerns. Booking was easy. At the day of flight, the instructor was Tyler. He was very friendly, calm and patient. Any nervousness was put at ease by Tyler. The entire experience lasted for 2 hours and we paid $300. It definitely sparked the desire to continue flight education and obtain a license.

Had talks with Chance over the phone and had my first intro flight on the golden hours on July…read morefirst saturday. What can I say...breaking the fear of heights will make you want to take over and just go back and fly more! Most of us dreamed of flying and becoming pilots one day and ChanceToFly just gave me that 'chance' to put my feet on the door. Owen Whitfield CFI/CFII, covered all the basics of operations on the ground and is a cool and amazing instructor for first time fliers. Went over all the details and his confidence radiates that you wouldn't worry over your fears in the skies. Could have taken more photos to show and share but he is insistent I take over the controls most of the time as it was, indeed, a 'Pilot Experience'. Thats Professionalism. Cannot argue with that. Looking forward to flying with them again soon!

This is one of those places that markets itself as "military friendly," but in my experience the…read morepriority was billing, not students. Pricing is very high for the aircraft and instruction quality, and on top of that, a large amount of the total cost is hidden inside of fees that are not clearly disclosed. Communication was unstatisfactory with no or slow replies and directly conflicting answers on contracts, procedures, and even basic admin, with no internal coordination. If you value clear terms, responsive support, and a student first culture, look elsewhere.

This is a fantastic and down to earth flight school. Other commitments? No problem! They will work…read morewith you. If you're in the military, this is ABSOLUTELY the school you need to go to for your PPL and further training! 10 out of 10 would recommend!

I have been fortunate enough to be a student a Pinnacle completing my private, instrument,…read morecommercial, and certified flight instructor ratings through their partnership with Liberty University. Whether you're looking for part 141 or 61 instruction Pinnacle offers everything in a professionally structured format to meet your needs. The aircraft are well maintained and dependable. In my opinion, this school has the highest quality instructors and ownership at CRQ. Check out their website to gather more information. This is your spot if you're looking to all things related to aviation training, especially if you want to utilize your GI Bill or gain a bachelors degree as a professional pilot while earning your ratings.

Look around- there are better values and more efficient processes for student pilots. Very nice…read morepeople just limited motivation to progress student pilots. Issues future students should be aware of that are unique to pinnacle.  First, pinnacle does not allow touch and gos.  This maximizes profits by likely lowering their insurance rates. This means you will not get nearly enough landings to gain competency quickly.  We spent $25,000 and after 70 hours of flight time, 120 landings and probably another 40 hours of ground time as well as near 22 months w/ no solo approval.  Lots of 'stalling' with instructors drilled by the owner to really wait generate more hours billed. Presolo is treated like an IFR checkride. . As soon as we left solo.   At a busy airport like CRQ you will spend lots of extra money on the ramp due to unqie no touch and go policy.  Pinnacle pays their instructors just a fraction of the total, so on the positive side very nice people and quite a lucrative business with good margins.

I have had the pleasure of earning my Private Pilot's License with New Vision Aviation. Michael…read moreMourer and his team, including Daniel Durrand and Oliver Emde showed up every day providing me the tools necessary for growth and success. Their team is diversely experienced, whether it be jet experience, local air space, or the crosswinds of the islands. Throughout my training I was introduced to other students working on the same challenges as me, as well as former students who have found success with New Vision Aviation. Thanks to their team, I get to celebrate amongst my peers as we work through aviation milestones such as first solos, and successful check-rides. Each instructor is qualified and capable, with their own unique teaching styles, which is extremely important as each student learns differently from another. I found no issues with availability throughout my training. Not only is it advantageous to schedule lessons with another instructor here and there, it was a smooth and flexible process, I felt no hindrance to my personal training timeline. Michael and Daniel were transparent with me from the beginning about costs and expectations, and never withheld information on ways I could save. They were both understanding in sharing their best recommendations, as well as budget friendly recommendations. Their syllabus is clear, structured, and organized. With the hindsight of my personal experience I can admit that their team truly values safety, and pilot proficiency above anything else. If you are interested in learning to fly as a hobbyist, career-seeker, or returning aviator do yourself a favor and reach out to New Vision Aviation. In the unlikely event that you feel you don't quite mesh with one of their team members, do not hesitate to communicate your needs to them, they are all friendly and knowledgeable in their own ways.

Imagine this: nightmares leading up to a week before flying, not taking a commercial flight without…read moreseveral shots of the strongest alcohol you can find, anxiety wherever you've flown to because you know you have to fly back. Despite all this, still having a dream to fly one day. Now imagine that same person years later with almost 500 hours as pilot in command, instrument rated, with high performance and complex endorsements, check-outs in multiple planes, nearly done with a commercial multi-engine rating, and a plane owner. That's me. I really couldn't have done it without Mike and his team at New Vision Aviation. I can't tell you how many times I've been grateful for his instruction. What you'll get is a high level of instruction, a mentor who is also mindful of cost, and a person who is genuinely interested in your safety. You won't find a better team.

Stay away! It was a terrible experience. It was quite disappointing. Their planes are super…read moreoutdated with doors broken, instruments missing or not working properly. Awkward staff experience. Go somewhere else to get your money's worth.

5 stars are not enough to describe these people. I am a student here for private pilot. Very…read morestructured training, and they can administer their own FAA exams right at the school. For foreign students, they will be familiar with your FAA and visa paperwork. Chief pilot Oliver and his instructors are great ! As an added benefit, Kathy bakes the best cookies. Highly recommend without hesitation!

I love SET High! My son is a senior there and my sister is a freshman. When i was looking at high…read moreschools in 2021 for my son, i was discouraged. He was going to go to San Diego High, but it felt big and impersonal. My son is smart and i felt like he was going to just cruise by without any challenge or any accolades. We toured SET and my son was so excited. I love that each class is small. I love McCurdy, Ms Heath and all the other teachers. Ms. Geis is such a rad human! My Daughter is the opposite of my son.... She is into dance and theatre, but after seeing how awesome SET was, we enrolled my daughter too. Love the school and staff dearly!

Is your child a nontraditional learner and are you looking for a charter school that doesn't expect…read morestudents to learn the same way as everyone else? If so, I highly suggest you check out SET High (formerly Coleman Tech Charter School). Our son graduated from SET High last year and now our daughter is attending and we couldn't be happier. She is only in 9th grade and already taking on leadership roles. The teachers exceed my expectations. They know each student by name, have great relationships with them. My son's former teachers are always happy to see him when he goes to visit, which is often. He even gave graduation presents TO some of his teachers before he left. The students are geeky, wacky, nerdy, different, intelligent, unique, confident, and wonderful! My daughter said that she didn't want to go to any other school because she is with "her people" and she is right. Dr. McCurdy said in last year's commencement speech, "If you aren't failing, you aren't learning." What a great place to make mistakes, learn from them, and make improvements. I'm so excited for the students attending SET High because they are learning real-world skills at such an early age in a supportive, caring, and fun environment. You won't find a better school for your student!