A phenomenal Training Center with Excellent facilities and instructors…read more I was lucky enough to be provided a tour of this facility right before Christmas. I did NOT take any classes there but I spoke to my family member that was enrolled and was told that the facilities, curriculum and teachers are outstanding. Steve was an instructor there and toured us around. He did not have to but took his time to answer all our questions and show us everything from the crew training pool to the full-motion simulators. This is a controlled facility so you must be allowed through the parking lot gate and into the building. From there you will be escorted around if you are a visitor like me. They have classes and 2 types of simulators. The classes can fit around 20 people each with each person having a flight controller and a screen. The more basic simulators are non-motion but set up with screens and more controllers for increased realism. The instructor console is behind them in the room. The full-motion simulators had projector screens for realistic cockpit vision as the pilots practice in a full cockpit with the instructor behind them running them through drills. They have a lot of full-motion simulators but there is an increased demand due to the Gulfstream fleet increasing in size and complexity. Once we were done, they let us visit the lounge which is beautiful and has great food. As you descend the stairs to depart you will see a sign that says, "Reserved for the Sky's Most Elite." With this kind of training, I can believe it. Thank you, Steve, for the tour during the holidays.

You will never go wrong with training here especially in savannah. If your company has a choice of…read morewhere to send you for training hopefully they will send you here. You will meet all sorts of people that do what you do and can help you out. All the classes are taught from flight attendants so they get it!!

I had an amazing training experience with HIlton Head Flyers and my instructor, Bill. I really…read moreneeded a fast-paced training program and I certainly got that and more. Bill really helped me with my training, and, with his years of experience, not only helped me get my Instrument and Commercial rating, but made me a much better pilot for real work flying experience. This school has some really good CFIs with a lot of experience. You are not just a number to them, they really want you to get your ratings/licenses and become a good pilot. I have been flying and training for a long time and this school, hands down, is the best experience I have encountered. Not only do they train you well, but they introduce and welcome you to the world of aviation in a great way. With bbqs and I really personalized touch, they introduce you to a lot of people and make you feel like a part of the Aviation family. Highly recommend!

From the owner: Flight Training / Flight School. Our aircraft or yours…read more Introductory flights around Hilton Head Island Simulator training for multiple aircraft and weather conditions Advanced Avionics training Bi-Neal flight reviews Instrument proficiency checks

Great place to fly and be a part of a family! Love seeing and meeting the people who come in…read more Where else can you rent a plane to go flying or learn how to fly, or even just take a tour or discovery flight around Charleston!! Very lucky to be living and flying in such a beautiful and scenic place of the country to fly. If actual flying isn't your thing or maybe scared of heights then you can just hop in the full motion Redbird simulator and go anywhere in the world that you'd like. Great times to be had, and with great people. The flying or pilot community is a small one, but more like a family and some of the best people I've ever met!!

I started my IFR flight training in Charleston 2019 at another school prior to training with CRAFT…read more The Previous School I was flying with had some troubles with their aircraft unfortunately, and I was on a limited time frame to complete my IFR training as we were moving out of Charleston back to Florida. I contacted CRAFT and met with their great team and they were able to take me in, assess where I was at and get me set up and ready for my checkride in a short amount of time. The aircraft's are fantastic, well taken care of and flying the Diamond DA40 of course is amazing. If you're looking to do your flight training, take a discovery flight or just take a scenic tour around Charleston, I would recommend you reach out and talk to the team at CRAFT. Thanks again to Jay, Amanda and the team over at CRAFT and of course my Instructor Jack that helped me along obtaining my IFR ticket. - Kyle H.

As far as small airports go (or FBO's if you will) this one is actually pretty nice. The lobby area…read moreis clean and there are plenty of comfy couches to wait on if you are there picking someone up. Also, the staff is super friendly and easy to work with. I'm guessing the upscale appearance has to do with a lot of the higher end clients they get going through. I even got to see the personal Jet that the miami dolphins organization gets to use along with a couple Navy guys taking a trainer out for a spin. Pretty neat.

From the owner: Golden Isles Aviation (GIA) is based at McKinnon - St. Simons Island Airport (SSI) on St. Simons…read moreIsland, GA. We are a part of the World Fuels Service Network and are an AirElite Premium location, selling Phillips 66 Aviation fuels

Yeah, I don't understand all these negative comments one bit and I'm so glad I went with my gut &…read moregave this school/instructor my own opinion. These bad comments couldn't be further from the truth and I believe there are just some bad/negative students out there who think the world revolves around them. I signed up for a discovery flight, figured if I didn't like something I could look elsewhere. Well the discovery flight was AWESOME!! We flew up the coast to IOP, then back across the harbor/bridge and over downtown on our return. The instructor (Robin) was most professional and informative. My decision was made right there!! I booked a 10hr flight training package and I'm on my way to earning my PPL with the first 3hrs already under my belt. All I can say is I'm stunned that I almost didn't even go just because of these comments, which leads me to question their motive and legitimacy. Sign up for a discovery flight and go see for yourself, you will not be disappointed.

Just went on a tour with Robin. He was very accommodating and flew like a badass. No bullshit…read more Worth every penny and more.

This place is incredible! Not only do they have by far the latest and greatest training equipment,…read morebut this flight school has many locations and I think something like 40 airplanes. The simulator room is amazing. The CFII's are very professional but down to earth and easy to talk to. I feel like the program is less stressful on the student when the instructor feels more like a friend. I received thorough study materials perfectly catering to my rating and anytime I had a question, not only was my flight instructor available but the staff and owners were present every single day and offered encouragement and coffee! I have watched many videos about this type of training and there is no other way I would've done this. It saved me time and money. Now on to commercial! Thanks IFR6 -Paul M

AATDs, Cirrus Gen7+, Gen 6 Simulators are amazing tools to brush up on manuevers or approaches…read more Very knowledgeable CFIs and welcoming staff. CHS flight School creates professional pilots and recreational private pilots alike.

Great fleet, knowledgeable and professional instructors, amazing accelerated programs. The school…read morehas multiple locations, including Charleston International. The school recently became a Cirrus Certified Training Center and got multiple G7+/G6/G3 models.

I recently completed their "COM 3" class and it was wonderful. Everyone I met here was very chill…read moreand good at instructing.