had a blast at our first NJ Air Show! Read that last year's event wasnt the best so we came…read moreprepared arriving around 3PM and without super high expectations. We had the "basic" admission since we wanted to bring a mat to spread out for our toddler. The preferred seats didnt have that so this option worked for us. There were plenty of vendors to choose from so no line was ridiculously long. The show started on time and engaging commentary from Matt Joley (you can see performers names on their website) was great! The planes flew with such skill and precision they were amazing to watch! Like artists on the skies! they made patterns and showed daring maneuvers and plus the skydivers were awesome as well as the "Homewrecker's" . The flames' heat even reached us when his truck came alive! The cherry on top was their drone performance and fireworks! like watching a movie! that Alien Invasion theme was pretty cool. Music was spot on and timing was so synchronized. People cheered when the entire show was over. It was truly an enjoyable experience! Just need to be patient when leaving as there may be some traffic but crowd that day did pretty good. Traffic enforcers and presence of police may have helped. Tickets can get pricey though as they start around $40+ per adult. Had a coupon in the mail which helped a bit.

Fun show for the kids and family and loved the sight and sounds of the aerial stunts, but there…read morewere also some personal shortcomings to the experience as well. We came for the Saturday air show this year and, luckily for us, we arrived shortly after the gates opened at around 3pm, so we avoided the parking logistics nightmare that prior reviewers encountered. We purchased a ticket for the preferred parking, which allowed us to park at the actual airport where the vendors were located and the event was actually happening, so it was super convenient and well worth the extra money spent. I read that the General Parking lot was quite a walk away and they had shuttle buses, but, personally, I didn't know where it was at all. When we arrived, there were quite a bit of people there already, but it was nothing compared to the crowds when the show started - so word of advice - SHOW UP EARLY!!!!! There were MANY merch and food vendors lined up near the runways. The merch varied, but most of it obviously revolved around airplane and military themes. As for the food vendors, there were plenntttttty of them selling pretty much what I would define as "carnival food" like sausage and peppers, cheesesteaks, chicken tenders and fries, tacos, roasted sweet corn, Dominican foods, fried oreos, zeppoles, funnel cake and, the ever popular must-get quart-sized homemade lemonade. It goes without saying it was all very expensive (e.g. sausage and peppers or cheesesteak or tender and fries for $15) and you'll probably feel like someone just robbed you after making a purchase. Early on, there were plenty of spots to set up shop to watch the show on the grass or near the railings, but it got busy FAST. I was actually quite shocked at just how many people were there. Lines for foods and drinks became ridiculously long, as in 20-25 deep, when the show started at 6pm. If you think it as crowded inside the show, we were in for a surprise when we left early at 7:30pm. As we drove off the lot and made our way out, we encountered literally a 1-2 mile long line of single file of cars bumper to bumper trying to get into the show. I cannot imagine the frustration that they were all experiencing and it easily was probably a 2 hour wait, if not frighteningly more. YIKES. As for the show itself, it was fun to see the different airplanes doing their thing in the sky and there was absolutely no bad seat in the house. Do bring your headphones though as some planes were quite loud as they roared past onlookers. Unfortunately, we didn't stay through the evening, but the night show was probably a sight to behold, although it was also probably one hell of a headache leaving if it was any sign from the cars trying to come in. One MAJOR, MAJOR observation we did have was the lack of diversity that was present at the show. It actually didn't come as a surprise really, but when we first arrived, we were hard pressed to find anyone of color or any ethnicity that looked remotely like us there, so, we did unfortunately feel a bit out of place. However, when the place filled up, it was a bit harder to notice, however, the audience wasn't exactly our cup of tea still. Personally, I prefer events that feel more inclusive because we did feel we were getting more stares by people than we typically do - and not the positive kind. Despite the lack of diversity here, the show is, like I said fun and great for the kids. We would have preferred it to have started in the early afternoon so that the little ones could have seen all of it, but it was understandable considering the night show was the real highlight. All in all, a fun time to be had by most.

Our son participated in Take Flight, and we are still owed a $6,500 refund. The owner, Ryan Mayo,…read moresent a check months later, but payment was stopped after we posted a negative review. We've since learned of other families facing similar issues. Be very careful before enrolling here.

This place was ok. I had a mixed experience here. I probably wouldn't be back. But the scenic views…read morewere great!

I began flight training with Richard Bartlett at Aviation Club at Sussex Airport in 2013 and…read morereceived my private pilot license the following. I wanted to learn from a longtime instructor with experience in a wide variety of aircraft who was willing to share his knowledge. Rich was that person! I believe I learned so much more than the basic requirements. In short, Rich goes into detail about how the airplane works and the particular traits of different makes and models. In my case his explanations helped me become confident and comfortable in the cockpit. Sussex Airport is also a nice place to train because it is an active field but not hectic. I continue to fly regularly in the Aviation Club's rental aircraft and am training with Rich for endorsements in complex and high-performance models. J. Welsh

From the owner: Show us anyone who's always dreamed of flying and we'd be glad to give that person the wings to…read morefly. At Aviation Club in Wantage Township, New Jersey, you'll find the most qualified pilots eager to teach you. We offer introductory rates and discounts. Call us today to inquire or to schedule flying lessons.

What an amazing experience. Kate was a great instructor, and she created such a comfortable…read moreenvironment for my first time flying a plane. If you've ever wanted to take to the sky, do it with Kate. She's great and such a value!

Fly With Kate is a great place to go for flight training, scenic rides, aircraft maintenance, and…read moreanything aviation related. The aircraft are well kept and the prices are reasonable. The owner is reliable, professional and a dedicated member of the aviation community. We are lucky she picked Ellenvile to setup shop. Based at Joseph Y Resnick airport in Ellenville, the location couldn't be more perfect. Resnick Airport is easy to fly in and out of and within a reasonable drive from most anywhere around Ulster county. The airport is usually quiet and is ideal for practice laps around the pattern. The surfaces are well kept and it's easy to get to the many other nearby airports for tower and cross country practice. If you haven't flown before or are new to aviation I would encourage you to take an introductory lesson. You can even go up with family or friends on scenic rides and sight seeing around the Hudson Valley. Intro lessons make great gifts and gift certificates are available too! Kate has been my flight instructor for the last 6 months and I am close to getting my Private Pilots License. I feel that I am learning more than the bare minimum and am gaining the knowledge and confidence to be a safe, proficient, and professional pilot. Definitely looking forward to the future and my continued training at Fly With Kate. Give them a call, you won't be disappointed!

My wife surprised me with me with a gift of flying for my 50th birthday. They were very…read moreaccommodating, and even got it scheduled for my actual birthday (they ask for multiple dates you can make). My flight instructor Seth was great and made me more relaxed by his knowledge, humor and calm demeanor. It was without question an exhilarating, one-of-a-kind experience for me. For my two cents, I highly recommend as a gift for certain. Dave Smith 6-25-2024

I called Essex Air no one returned my call. I then tried again today to schedule an introductory…read moreflight. I spoke to someone who refused to give me his name. I asked if we could come by so we can ask questions - I was told we should read the information online. I explained that this is new to us and it's nice to speak to someone in person - I was told then ask on the phone. I asked if we can come in tomorrow and may I have your name - the gentle man refused to give me his name. This is very disappointing and discouraging - we will take our business elsewhere. This call was on 9/23/2022 at 2;28 pm.

I took my boyfriend for his birthday to do a discovery flight. I feel so lucky for having found…read morethis school. I called so many schools to find a discovery flight. Aero Safety had the most reasonable price and they were easy to contact over the phone. They also had great reviews from previous customers. I chose them based on the price, ease of contact, and precious reviews. I can't say enough about what a great school they are. The day of our flight, Aero Safety was giving free flights to kids who wanted to get a feel for flying. It was such a great atmosphere. I saw so many happy people who love flying or who have a curiosity. My boyfriend and I were also incredibly lucky to have had Bob as our instructor. He clearly loves teaching. He is very poignant and calming. So my boyfriend had a very great flight and learned a lot thanks to being at ease and getting clear flying instructions. After our flight, Bob answered any questions we had about pursuing a private flying license. All in all, it was an amazing experience!

This review is almost a year overdue. I bought a flight…read morelesson for my husband as an anniversary gift and "it was one of the best gifts ever" (his words). The airport was easily accessible and the instructor was great! He explained how everything worked in detail and was very personable. I was able to sit in during the flight simulation and I was a passenger on the actual flight. Such an amazing experience.

I started training at Century Air in July 2020 and have since completed the private, instrument,…read morecommercial, CFI, and CFII courses. I researched several schools at CDW and at MMU prior to enrolling here. After visiting this school and getting to know more about the facility during my consultation, I was impressed at how well-run it is. The staff is very professional, everything is very clean, the airplanes are well-maintained, the curriculum is very organized, and the brochures they prepare highlight everything you need to know about the courses they offer. The final point that sealed the deal for me is that Century does not hire anyone and everyone who graduates from their program. All their instructors are tested and held to high standards before getting hired. This means that you will not be training with instructors who are only there to build time to go to the airlines. Instead, you will get highly proficient instructors who actually want to be there to teach you and truly care about your success. This is a Part 141 school, which means that the FAA oversees and approves the curriculum. As a result, you will be able to complete the requirements at a reduced number of hours, as well as have a structured syllabus to follow so you are trained to a high standard to become a good and proficient pilot. An additional benefit of having this structure is you always know what will be covered in every lesson and you will have progress checks along the way to keep you on track. For someone like me, this motivates me and allows me to push myself and set the bar higher to get the most out of my training. Flight school is different from a traditional college setting in the sense that everything is done at your own pace. You are assigned an instructor and you can complete all your ground and flight lessons together whenever you can. There are no lectures or classes to sit in on at predetermined times. This makes it very flexible for people who work and want to flight train when they have free time. This also allows you to take breaks when life gets busy without needing to wait for a vacation. Since Century is open 7 days a week, as long as your instructor and plane are available and the weather is nice, you can fly. Shortly after enrolling, I was assigned my instructor, Nick Ollo. I have obtained all my pilot certificates with him and I am very glad to have done so. Nick always challenged me to exceed the flight test standards so that I could become a better pilot and always work to improve my skills. He always has a wealth of knowledge and has taught me so many things that I wouldn't be able to learn just from a textbook. He is very dedicated to his job as a flight instructor, and I could tell that he cares a lot about it. There was never a point in time where I felt like I was neglected or not getting the full value out of my training. He has seen me grow from a zero-time student, all the way to becoming a flight instructor myself. Without him, I definitely would not be as great of a pilot as I am today. Being that CDW is under New York's airspace, which is the second busiest airspace in the world, you will get a lot of practice flying in and around congested airspace. Since CDW also has an ATC tower, you will also get a lot of practice communicating with air traffic control both on the ground and in the air. These reasons help to justify the costs of flight training in the New York metropolitan area, which like everything else in the area, is above average. You won't get the same experience training in the middle of nowhere or the cornfields. Century also has a simulator training center located down the street at the airport. The G1000 simulator is mainly used for instrument training, and there is a Frasca simulator that is mainly used for multi-engine training. Having access to simulators means that you can complete your training at a lower cost, as well as have fewer cancellations due to weather. It is much cheaper and more efficient to transfer skills that you learn on the ground into the plane, rather than try to learn everything in the cockpit. Lastly, one of the nicest benefits of training here is that the flight school owner, Richard Greene, is also a Designated Pilot Examiner (DPE). Therefore, you will be able to take your checkrides (flight tests) without needing to fly to other airports to do so. Rich is the most experienced aviator I know, holding certificates in all different types of aircraft you could possibly think of. Rich, as well as his wife, Christine, run the school together and they put in a lot of effort to make sure your experience at the school is top-notch. They have worked very hard to build the school up to where it is today. Overall, my experience at Century Air has been amazing. I am very happy that I chose to train here and cannot imagine going anywhere else. I highly recommend you schedule a consultation and tour the facility if you are considering flight training!

Met the owner today about flight training. This man has no…read morebusiness talking to prospective clients. The climate of this facility was so negative , when I walked in. Staff was actually scared on what they can or not say since they were young. Mr. Greene only talked about how great his school was with disregard to other professional's in this field. I was a flight instructor for 32 years in the Air Force as a Inflight Refueler. He had Zero respect on my accomplishments, but to no end told me about his. I turned 4 shades of red with his interview in 20 minutes, then he wanted to Rob me for $ 20,000 stay away or see for yourself... JK Retired Air Foce

I was asked to photograph a friend's new plane as he flew it in from Pittsburgh. I had a chance to…read moreexperience how well run the organization is. Plus the staff is welcoming, professional and helpful. I watched lots of students practicing take offs and landings for over 3 hours. Melanie, the manager in the office made me feel welcome and she even told me when my friend was arriving using Flightaware software. Then, she walked me to the perfect spot to photograph his landing. Wow!

If you need to go somewhere and you wish to leave exactly when you want and you want to go to the…read moremost convenient airport possible then this is the way to go. Keep in mind small airports are all over the place many people live less than a mile from one and have no idea what it's even there., look it up you'd be surprised. Because they're not flying huge jets, or (even small ones) that need to land very fast and need much longer runways, they can kinda land wherever they (you) want. Now we're not talking about $10 million plus private jets so the price is actually reasonable, you'd be surprised. If you split it among some friends it's even better (obviously). The planes are incredibly well-maintained I rent super reliable, elegantly simple propeller driven and top of the line for their class. As a pilot myself, I rent planes from them and the main reason is how well they are maintained. For those who are nervous, remember your pilot wants to live too. The airport is overseen by a military pilot who is incredibly fastidious, so again the planes are top notch maintained to every screw/rivet and piece of plastic in the interior. Next time you've got a 3-10+ (+/-) drive Consider private flight. It also makes you feel good like you've really achieve something in life. Also because they don't fly high, relatively speaking like large "Wide-body" Jets (737/A310 etc.), you have a beautiful view at all times. TL;DR This is a wonderful way to travel, cost effective as well.