Flight School & Pilot Training Resources

Aviation news, tools and tips on how to become a pilot, build a career in aviation and make the most of VA benefits for flight school.

Free Flight Training: How Pilot Apprenticeships Work

US airline cadet programs don't pay for your training. They give you a conditional job offer and access to a loan. An...

College and Flight Training at the Same Time: How the Pathway Works

For most of aviation's history you chose between college and flying, and paid twice if you wanted both. A...

Do You Need a College Degree to Become an Airline Pilot?

No, not from the FAA, and not from any U.S. airline. A degree changes exactly one thing, and only at certain schools....

Part 61 vs Part 141: Hour Requirements, Real Costs, and How to Choose

Part 61 and Part 141 lead to the exact same pilot certificates. The practical difference comes down to 3 things —...

How to Use a 529 Plan for Flight Training (Tax‑Free)

Using a 529 plan for flight training is now one of the smartest, most tax-efficient ways to become a professional...

I own a flight school, so I applied for a Sallie Mae Flight Training Student Loan

Flex Air offers a number of Flight Training Financing options, but we are not part of the Sallie Mae program. We've...

529 Plan for Flight Training: Use 529 funds for Flight School

Yes, you can use your 529 savings plan to become a pilot with Flex Air! We're here to walk you through every step.

How the "One Big Beautiful Bill" helps students finance flight training

How the "One Big Beautiful Bill" helps students finance flight training H. R. 1, signed into law on July 4th, 2025 is a...