Foundation Private Pilot (PPL)
- 40+ hours certified flight time
- Structured ground school
- Solo flight experience
- Cross-country navigation
Based at Page Field (KFMY) · Fort Myers
Personalized Flight Training in Fort Myers, Florida Write Your Own Horizon.
One-on-one instruction in our signature Piper Cherokee 140 — no shared cockpits, no pilot mill. Master the skies with the character of a true aviator.
Elite Student Community 50+ safe solo pilots in Fort Myers
95%
First-time PPL pass rate
50+
Safe solo pilots
300+
Flyable days / year
1:1
Instruction, always
Learn to Fly in Southwest Florida
The boutique flight school for Fort Myers
Core Aviator Training is a boutique flight school at Page Field (KFMY) in Fort Myers, Florida. From your first discovery flight through your Private Pilot License, Instrument, and Commercial certificate, you train one-on-one in a Piper Cherokee 140 — minutes from Cape Coral, Estero, Bonita Springs and a short drive from Naples.
One-on-one only
Every lesson is private with a dedicated CFI — no shared cockpits, no pilot mill.
95% first-time pass
PPL checkride pass rate well above the national average, right here in Fort Myers.
Towered Page Field
Train at KFMY — comfortable talking to ATC from day one.
Piper Cherokee 140
A stable, forgiving low-wing trainer with a glass cockpit and 150-HP upgrade.
300+ flyable days
Southwest Florida weather means you progress faster than most of the country.
Flexible & per-session
Pay as you train. No giant upfront packages — fly on your schedule.
Training Pathways
Built for Excellence.
From your very first takeoff to professional certification, we provide the structured mentorship you need.
Discovery Flight
The spark of it all. Take the controls of our Cherokee 140 and experience the magic firsthand.
ExplorePrivate Pilot (PPL)
The gold standard. Gain absolute autonomy to travel across the country on your own terms.
ExploreInstrument Rating
Fly with precision. Navigate through the clouds and master the glass-cockpit environment.
ExploreCommercial Pilot
Turn your passion into a paycheck. Advanced maneuvers and professional-grade standards.
ExploreFlight Reviews (BFR)
Maintain your proficiency. Biennial reviews to keep your skills sharp and certificate active.
ExploreCustom Training
Need a specific endorsement, high-performance checkout, or refresher? We tailor plans for every aviator.
Enroll NowProfessional Curriculum
Elite Training Programs
Foundation 
Precision Instrument Rating
- IFR navigation training
- Precision approach mastery
- Dual instruction at KFMY
- Weather decision skills
Takeoff Discovery Flight
- Hands-on controls
- 60-min pre-flight briefing
- Piper Cherokee experience
- Logbook credit
Ready to Master the Skies?
"The engine is the heart of an airplane, but the pilot is its soul."
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Common questions
Where is Core Aviator Training located?
We operate from the General Aviation terminal at Page Field Airport (KFMY), 607 Danley Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907 — serving Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero, Lehigh Acres, Punta Gorda and all of Southwest Florida.
Do I need any experience to start flight training?
No. Our Discovery Flight is built for complete beginners — no prior aviation experience required. You take the controls on your very first visit.
How long does it take to earn a Private Pilot License?
Most students finish in about 3–6 months of consistent flying. The FAA minimum is 40 hours; the national average is closer to 60–70. With 300+ flyable days a year here, you progress faster than in most of the country.
Serving Southwest Florida
Cities within driving distance
Students fly in from across the region. Find flight training near you:
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Location
Page Field Airport
607 Danley Dr, Fort Myers, FL 33907
Business Hours
Mon – Sat: 7AM – 6PM
Sun: By Appointment