Considering a Professional Flight Program at a University?
Explore the benefits of completing your flight training at a Part 61 school instead of a university
Take Control of Your Flight Training
Is a Pro Flight Program the Right Fit?
You may want to consider Part 61 flight schools like Blue Skies Above, which offer flexibility, personalized instruction, and cost-effective training to help you earn your pilot certifications at your own pace. If you're looking for a more tailored approach outside of a university program, this path may be ideal for you.
Benefits of a
Part 61 Program
- Recession-proof your career: Earn a separate degree as a backup while completing your certifications and ratings at a Part 61 school.
- Save time and money: Many students in university flight programs accumulate up to $500K in student loans, while you can go from zero to hero for under $100K at Blue Skies Above.
- Expand your career options: A university pro flight program awards a degree solely in aviation, but choosing a different degree provides greater flexibility in case of industry downturns, medical disqualifications, or furloughs.
How to get started?
Take Off With Blue Skies Above
At Blue Skies Above, we make learning to fly an exciting, structured, and rewarding experience. Whether you're pursuing a lifelong dream or an aviation career, our dedicated instructors are here to guide you every step of the way.
Click the link below to learn more about our training programs and how to get started.
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If you aim to complete your Private Pilot Certificate by the spring semester, we recommend starting at least six months in advance, regardless of prior experience.

We are the flight training experts in Lanett, AL
Providing pilot training to the Auburn, Columbus, Opelika, LaGrange, Montgomery areas in Alabama and Georgia
As the only independent flight school with a Cessna fleet in the area, we pride ourselves in training safe and highly proficient pilots. Come see what everyone's talking about! Visit Blue Skies Above and begin flight training today.