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Flight Training

Private,Instrument,Commercial,Multi Engine,and more

01 / Blue River Flight School

Your ticket to the skies.
Join the next generation of professional pilots.

FAA Written Exams

Blue River Aviation is an FAA-approved PSI testing center. Please schedule your written exam through the official PSI website. We are unable to schedule your test for you!

02 / Our Courses

We’re with you every step of the way.

Our flight instructors are prepared to answer any and every question you may have, providing guidance and reassurance along your journey of becoming a pilot. Start your flight training with Blue River Aviation.

01.

Discovery Flight

01.

Discovery Flight

Schedule your discovery flight! The discovery flight is your first opportunity to fly an aircraft. You will meet with your flight instructor, have a brief introduction to your aircraft and preflight and then you are airborne! The introductory flight lesson will give you a taste of the fun and excitement of learning to fly. 

02.

Private Pilot Certificate

02.

Private Pilot Certificate

Whether your dream is to earn your Private Pilot Certificate or you are planning to eventually earn advanced ratings, this step is the most fundamental toward becoming a professional pilot. It is the basis upon which all your flight experience and advanced training will be built upon.

03.

Instrument Rating

03.

Instrument Rating

The Instrument Rating enables pilots to legally operate an aircraft in low visibility conditions, such as in the clouds. In today’s complex airspace system many feel an instrument rating is essential. The instrument rating is necessary for pilots seeking a career in aviation.

04.

Commercial Pilot Certificate

04.

Commercial Pilot Certificate

The Commercial Certificate allows a pilot to fly for compensation or hire. Your training will include flying complex aircraft, extensive cross country operations, and acquiring a high degree of aeronautical competency and airmanship.

05.

Multi-Engine add on

05.

Multi-Engine add on

A Multi-Engine add on allows a pilot to operate as pilot-in-command of an aircraft with more than one engine. Multi-Engine rated pilots will experience a remarkable improvement in aircraft performance capability along with an increase in speed, power, and rate of climb.

06.

Float Rating

06.

Float Rating

Blue River Aviation offers seaplane training/ratings in our 180HP Super Cub equipped with Aerocets. During your ground and flight training, you will learn maneuvers unique to seaplanes. Our course includes ground training and up to 8hrs in the airplane. We also offer Seaplane refresher training as well.

Prepare for take-off with our full course brochure!

Short on time? Take a look at our full brochure that tells you everything you need to know about Blue Rivers flight programs!

03 / Our Trusted Brands

Backed by the best.

Garmin
Sport Aircraft Seats
Airframes Alaska
Lycoming
Continental Aerospace Technologies
Aerocet
Plane Ready for Flight Training

04 / Our Fleet & Rentals

The best airplanes in the business.

Blue River Aviation is proud of our expansive fleet. We provide aircraft for a wide variety of training. These include: Technologically Advanced Aircraft (TAA), Complex, Floats, Skis, Tailwheels, and Multi-Engine. Go check out the Blue River fleet!

Still unsure?
Try a discovery flight

The discovery flight is your first opportunity to fly an aircraft. You will meet with your flight instructor, have a brief introduction to your aircraft and preflight and then you are airborne! The introductory flight lesson will give you a taste of the fun and excitement of learning to fly. 

Any Questions?

Blue River Aviation in Palmer, Alaska offers a variety of pilot courses, including Private Pilot License (PPL), Commercial Pilot License (CPL), Instrument Rating (IR), Float Rating, and more.