Acron Aviation Academy
Top flight school in Florida
Our Orlando Flight School, located at Sanford International Airport, offers pilot training programs delivered by experienced Instructors in purpose-built facilities, providing an unparalleled learning experience. Take to the skies and kickstart your Florida aviation career training in Orlando at Acron Aviation Academy!
Your path to an airline pilot career
We have over 40 years of experience in pilot training, operating the largest flight training facilities in the country. Our facilities feature world-class Flight Instructors, a modern training fleet, and multiple pathways to the flight deck of legacy, central, regional, and charter airlines.
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Fleet of aircraft
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Airline career pathways
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Funding available
Why Acron Aviation Academy is your preferred training partner
- Lowest price professional pilot program in the market.
- 90% of Acron Aviation cadets have been hired by airlines after completing all mandatory training + hours.
- All graduates get an interview to become a Certified Flight Instructor upon program completion - allowing you to earn a salary while also building toward your 1,500 flight hours.
- Airline partnerships offer pathways to Delta, American and United Airlines with sign-on bonuses of up to $150,000 and tuition reimbursement of $15,000.
- Safety is our #1 priority - our maintenance team have the Diamond award for safety for more than 20 years in a row.
The EXCEL Scholarship
The EXCEL Scholarship rewards student performance by covering the cost of advanced Professional Pilot Program training: the CFI-I Add-On, or the Multi-Engine Add-On.
Awarded to the highest performing students based on Ground School exam results, Checkride performance and Instructor feedback, the Scholarship recognizes effort, discipline, and excellence and is designed to reduce the financial burden of advanced training and fast-track the highest performers toward Certified Flight Instructor roles.
“Acron Aviation’s Instructors helped me build the skills and confidence I needed to succeed as a commercial pilot. The support I received was unmatched."Alex J.
Commercial Pilot Graduate
“From the moment I toured the campus, I knew Acron Aviation was where I belonged. The program was intensive, but it prepared me for everything I face in the air today."Taylor M.
Regional First Officer
“Financing was my biggest hurdle, but Acron Aviation walked me through every option. Now I’m doing what I love and building flight hours toward a long-term career."Jordan R.
Certified Flight Instructor
“Acron Aviation’s Instructors helped me build the skills and confidence I needed to succeed as a commercial pilot. The support I received was unmatched."Alex J.
Commercial Pilot Graduate
“From the moment I toured the campus, I knew Acron Aviation was where I belonged. The program was intensive, but it prepared me for everything I face in the air today."Taylor M.
Regional First Officer
“Financing was my biggest hurdle, but Acron Aviation walked me through every option. Now I’m doing what I love and building flight hours toward a long-term career."Jordan R.
Certified Flight Instructor
Funding pilot training
Developing a plan to fund your training is one of the first steps in the enrollment process. Our Admissions and Financial Aid teams will help guide you through exploring financing options.
Most students cover the primary portion of their training through self-pay, private educational loans, or a combination of both. For those who prefer to fund their pilot training with private student loans, we have partnered with lenders who can provide up to 100% of the cost of pilot training for eligible, creditworthy borrowers.
To help you cover your pilot license costs, several flight school loans are available for you to apply for.
FAQs for becoming a pilot
The timeline depends on the license you are pursuing. A Private Pilot License (PPL) typically takes 3 to 6 months with full-time training. A Commercial Pilot License (CPL) can require 12 to 18 months to obtain when enrolled in an accelerated program, such as Acron Aviation's. To become an airline pilot, you will also need to accumulate experience and flight hours, which typically takes about 2 to 3 years for most students.
You can start flying as early as age 16 with a student pilot certificate. Most students earn their Private Pilot License by the age of 17 and their Commercial Pilot License by the age of 18. Many future airline pilots begin training right after high school, while others start later due to a career change. Most professional pilots begin their commercial flying careers in their early 20s.
Yes, a college degree is not required by the FAA to become a commercial pilot. Many airlines hire based on flight hours, training quality, and professional performance. However, having a degree can enhance your competitiveness when applying to legacy airlines. Acron Aviation also offers articulation agreements, allowing your training to count toward a degree.
Yes, the aviation industry is currently facing a pilot shortage, particularly in the U.S. According to Boeing’s 2024 Pilot Outlook, the world will require over 600,000 new pilots by 2040. This demand arises from retirements and an increase in airline travel, resulting in strong job security and career opportunities for new pilots.
Many pilots say yes - the career offers high salaries, travel perks, flexible schedules, and the thrill of flying. Although flight training requires a substantial investment, most pilots experience a strong return, with first-year regional airline salaries starting around $60,000 to $90,000 and senior captains at major airlines earning well over $300,000.
No, perfect vision isn’t required. You must have correctable vision to 20/20, which means you can wear glasses or contact lenses to achieve this standard. You'll also need to pass an FAA medical exam. However, most people with common vision issues, such as nearsightedness or astigmatism, can typically qualify for this program.
Aircraft fleet at the Orlando flight academy
We are at the forefront of flight training in Florida. Our fleet comprises over 100 airplanes, featuring both single-engine and multi-engine aircraft, with steam gauges and all-glass cockpits.
All our Orlando flight school aircraft are instrument flight rules (IFR)-certified and are maintained and inspected to the highest safety standards by our dedicated team of onsite mechanics. We are committed to providing all our cadets with the best and safest flying experience. You can expect to see our fleet during your pilot training in Orlando, Florida, which includes the Cirrus SR20, Cessna 172P, Piper Archer PA-28, and Piper Seminole PA-44.
