Acron Aviation Academy
Top flight school in Orlando
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!
Florida pilot training: Learn to fly with Acron Aviation
Starting your pilot training
As one of the top flight schools in Florida, we support you to train, help you achieve the required flying hours and ensure that you gain valuable experience to start a successful pilot career. Whether you aspire to become a commercial airline pilot, or wish to complete your Private Pilot License (PPL) training in Florida, we’re here to help!
We also have career pathways with multiple airlines across the US - some of which offer up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement!
If you’re concerned about the cost of flight training in Florida or supporting yourself financially through pilot school, we have you covered. We have partnered with Stratus Financial and Sallie Mae to offer financing options to help fund up to 100% of the cost of pilot training in Florida.
Pre-flight pilot perks
Two months of free housing
$2,500 tuition credit
When you start your training with Acron Aviation Academy in June or July 2025, you will receive two summer offers! Two months of free housing* and a tuition fee credit. Reach out to a Wingman now to find out more.
*Housing perk only available to first 20 students in June and the first 20 students in July.
Aircraft fleet at the Orlando flight academy
We are at the cutting-edge of flight training in Florida. We have a fleet of over 100 airplanes, consisting of both single and multi-engine aircraft with steam gauge 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're committed to giving all our cadets the best and safest flying experience. Our fleet you can expect to see when you join our pilot training in Orlando, Florida, includes Cirrus SR20, Cessna 172P, Piper Archer PA28 and Piper Seminole PA44.
Top-rated flight training facilities in Orlando
Our flight school in Florida benefits from excellent flying weather for more than 300 days a year. As part of our pilot development programs cadets have access to purpose-built facilities such as: advanced flight training devices, high-intensity runway lighting, AWOS weather reporting system, FAA control tower and affiliations with airlines for exclusive career opportunities.
As a cadet at our Orlando, Florida flight school, you’ll train alongside like-minded people and create lifelong friendships. No matter your flying experience or aspirations, Acron Aviation Academy has a pilot training course or program to suit.
Immersive training with flight training devices (FTDs)
At our Florida Flight School, we provide cadets with access to a range of flight training devices (FTDs) which are designed to emulate real-life flying experiences. We want to provide them with an authentic flying experience and the confidence that they can take to the skies in our fleet.
FTDs allow you to continue flight training when it is not safe or practical to train in adverse conditions and allows for practice of advanced maneuvers.
Living in Central Florida during pilot training
Pilot training in Florida is so much more than just the aircraft you train in, the flying lessons you undergo and those who instruct you. It’s the whole experience; the life-long friendships you make and the place you call home for the duration of your pilot development program.
Whilst Florida is renowned as one of the best places to complete your pilot training in the world, it’s also known as a tropical paradise with plenty of opportunities to explore, enjoy and relax.
You’ll have the world’s most well-known theme parks, Disney World and Universal Studios, at your fingertips. Whether you like to relax and soak up the sun or want to catch some waves, the famous Cocoa Beach and Daytona Beach are nearby.
Florida also provides the perfect opportunity to attend a game, match or race! From basketball and football - to soccer, baseball and NASCAR racing, you can watch it all while living in Florida.
A taste of Florida
Getting to our Orlando flight school
Florida flight school FAQs
We offer structured training paths for students at every experience level: Embark: Private Pilot Certificate, Excel: Accelerated Pathway to Pilot.
At our Florida flight school, we intertwine ground school training with in-flight training. Our cadets will go through ground school to learn the theory behind aircraft flight, weather, and other aviation topics to operate an aircraft safely. Once proficient, our cadets will apply their skills in the aircraft with in-flight training. Ground school training takes place within our dedicated Academic Building, complete with eight multimedia-equipped classrooms, a Learning Resource Centre (LCR) open every day of the week, a study hall, and a testing center with 10 computerized testing stations and a proctor station. A Certified Flight Instructor is available to all our flight school cadets during normal business hours, and we supply additional resources including books, magazines, and aircraft parts to supplement studies.
No prior flight experience is required to begin training. Our programs are designed for students at all experience levels, from complete beginners to those who already hold a private pilot license. Our structured training ensures that every student progresses efficiently toward their pilot certification regardless of background.
Absolutely! Students travel from across Florida including South Florida, the Tampa metropolitan area, Fort Myers, Jacksonville, Daytona Beach, and even worldwide to attend our flight training programs. While some students choose to live in the area during their schooling, others commute by car or train from the surrounding metros to our flight school in Sanford.
The length of training depends on the program and a student’s individual pace. Most students in our Airline Academy Programs complete their Commercial Pilot License (CPL) within 12 to 18 months, while Private Pilot License (PPL) training can take as little as three months. Students looking to accelerate their training can work with our admissions team to find the best path forward.
Training costs depend on the program and the number of flight hours required. Our admissions team can provide a detailed cost breakdown based on your goals and experience. We offer financing options, tuition reimbursement opportunities, and military benefits to help make training accessible.
We work with leading financial institutions, including Sallie Mae and Stratus Financial, to offer student loan options. Some airline partners also offer tuition reimbursement programs, allowing students to offset training costs after graduation. Our team can help you navigate the options and find the best fit for your needs.
We offer multiple start dates throughout the year, allowing students to begin training as soon as they are ready. Our admissions team can help you find the next available start date and guide you through the application process.
