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Start your pilot career in Yukon, OK

Alto Flight Academy is your flight school to get you in the air. Conveniently located in Sundance Airport (KHSD), just northwest of Oklahoma City, we have training programs to get from zero to hero. Start with your private pilot certificate and train all the way to your ATP. Alto Flight Academy is your family in aviation. We're here to support you along your journey to become a professional pilot.

For those just starting out to advanced training in instrument, multi-engine, commercial, and beyond.

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How do I get started?

Congratulations on making the decision to become a pilot. Becoming a pilot means learning new skills, gaining aeronautical knowledge, and developing yourself to become a safe, skilled, and proficient pilot. It's life changing and opens the door to many opportunities.

To start off, we recommend dropping by or giving us a call. Speak to one of our certified flight instructors and we'll work with you to understand your situation, your goals, and how Alto Flight can give you the necessary skills needed to become an airline pilot.

Oklahoma City Pilot Training

Alto FLight Academy has been training pilots for 30 years

Alto Flight has been training thousands of pilots in Oklahoma City for 3 decades!

Alto Flight Academy is a proud member of the aviation communities

Meet Pete Pardel

Alto Flight Academy graduate flying the Phenom 300

Former student at Alto Flight Academy flying the Phenom 300 jet

October 2023

I started flight training in May 2002 in 4891J at PWA. Cliff Shaw was my flight instructor, but he was also a friend of mine from our Naval Squadron at Tinker AFB. Hal Harris was the owner of the planes, and at the time they were kept over at the Service Center by the south end of the field at PWA.

Since Cliff and I were both active duty, we were gone quite a bit so I couldn’t train as often as I would’ve liked, but I soloed in 67797 at Sundance on Feb 19, 2003. I’ve been flying ever since, primarily as a hobby, and I’ve been in several flying clubs. I’ve flown my family and friends all around the Midwest. I’ve had several different careers along the way, but I became a CFI in April 2022, and got hired by Airshare in April of this year (2023).

I’m an SIC on the Phenom 300, and recently got the opportunity to fly some clients to Sundance. I couldn’t believe it when I spotted both 67797 and 4891J on the ramp. I had to get my picture with each plane! It was quite the experience for me being able to reflect on my first solo, which seems like so long ago. It’s been my dream to fly corporate aircraft, but I’ll never forget where I started!

Former student at Alto Flight Academy with cessna plane he trained on 20 years ago Bethany, Oklahoma

Pete standing next to original Cessna he got his pilot certificates with 20+ years ago

Join the thousands of students that have trusted Alto Flight Academy with their pilot training

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Find the right course for you

Private Pilot

Duration: 6 months to 1 year

The private pilot certificate is the first certification you will receive as a pilot. You will be granted the privileges of flying an aircraft as the pilot in command and can fly passengers.

Become a private pilot

Instrument Rating

Duration: 6 months to 1 year

Being an instrument rated pilot means that you've received training to fly an airplane with sole reference to the flight instruments. This allows you to safely navigate more challenging weather and makes you a sharper pilot.

Become instrument rated

Commercial Pilot

Duration: 3 to 6 months

Obtaining a commercial pilot certificate allows you to fly for compensation or hire. Start your pilot career and gain flight experience while getting paid to fly.

Start your pilot career

Flight Instructor

Duration: 3 to 6 months

Many pilots choose to flight instruct to gain experience and teach their art of flying to new student pilots. Flight instructors train the next generation of future aviators.

Become a CFI

Multi-Engine Rating

Duration: 1 to 3 months

Become a multi-engine rated pilot and learn to fly an aircraft with the highest level of safety and professionalism. Pilot larger and more complex aircraft with multiple engines.

Complete your ME addon

Airline Transport Pilot

Duration: 6 months to 1 year

Become an airline transport pilot and learn to fly an aircraft with the highest level of safety and professionalism. Become an airline transport pilot and start working for the airlines, corporate aviation, and other high paying career opportunities.

Finish your ATP

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Get in contact with us

Give us a call today
(405) 784-6209
Mon
9 AM - 6 PM
Tue — Sat
8 AM - 6 PM
Sun
12 PM - 6 PM
Sundance Airport
(KHSD)

13000 N Sara Rd

Yukon, OK 73099

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