[Tallahassee, Florida, September 19, 2024] – Sterling Flight Training, a premier Part 141 flight school headquartered in Jacksonville, FL, is thrilled to announce that its Tallahassee campus, formerly FL Aviation Center, has received FAA approval to begin Part 141 flight training operations. This approval marks a critical milestone in Sterling’s strategic expansion and reinforces its commitment to delivering exceptional aviation education across multiple locations.
The FAA Part 141 certification allows Sterling Flight Training to offer a structured curriculum designed to provide an accelerated path to a professional pilot career, meeting the highest standards of safety and efficiency. With this approval, the Tallahassee campus is now fully equipped to deliver the same high-quality training programs that have made Sterling Flight Training a respected name in the industry.
“The FAA’s approval of our Tallahassee location for Part 141 training is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence in aviation education,” said Wayne Heller, CEO of Sterling Flight Training. “This expansion not only strengthens our ability to train the next generation of pilots but also enhances our capacity to serve the aviation needs of the Tallahassee community and beyond. We are excited to continue building on Tallahassee’s rich aviation history and providing students with the tools they need to succeed in this dynamic industry.”
Sterling Flight Training’s Jacksonville campus has long been recognized for its FAA- and Florida VA-approved flight training courses, offering students access to the latest training materials and methodologies. With the addition of the Tallahassee location, Sterling Flight Training is well-positioned to continue its legacy of excellence and contribute to the growth of the aviation industry.
For more information about Sterling Flight Training and its programs, visit www.sterlingflight.com. The Tallahassee campus is located at 3244 Capital Cir SW, Tallahassee, FL 32310, within the Tallahassee International Airport.
About Sterling Flight Training
Sterling Flight Training, a portfolio company of Wexford Capital LP, is Jacksonville’s premiere flight school, offering programs from private pilot to professional pilot. Backed by a team of airline industry veterans with more than 100 years of combined aviation experience, the Sterling team has led the training initiatives for thousands of airline pilots across the US. Students receive training they can trust with safety always top of mind. The school is FAA and VA approved and offers degrees through both in-house training programs and university affiliations. For more information, visit sterlingflight.com.
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