Features & Benefits
Accelerated Program
Airline Direct Academy
Features & Benefits of SDFTI

Experience--

Established in 1989.

Thousands of graduated pilots, hundreds current in pilot career positions

FAA Part 141 instruction.

A structured and efficient curriculum

Official Cessna Pilot Center selected

Efficient, effective, safe, and structured training system

FAA Examining Authority.

Saves time and maximizes your competitive advantage

Chief Pilot plus 12 Certified Flight Instructors.

More than 6,500 hours of instruction experience

SDFTI meets or exceeds all FAA required inspections

A safe and structured environment in which to learn

Equipment--

17-craft owner-operated fleet.

1- Cessna 152 
3- Cessna 172M
5- Cessna 172R

4- Cessna 172SP (Glass Flightdeck)
2- Piper Arrow  (Complex)
1- Piper Seminole (Multiengine)

1- Flyit® Professional Simulator (Advanced Ground Training Device)

Reliable and available aircraft resources

FAA “Inspection Authority” certified Chief Mechanic.

More up-time - timely government-approved maintenance procedures & oversight

Flyit® Professional Simulator - Advanced Ground Training Device

The latest technology that saves $100s and improves safety as you build loggable hours.

Tools--

On-line dispatch/reservation system.

24 hour easy access to instructors and aircraft from anywhere with a computer

Cessna multimedia training system and syllabus

Minimizes time, resource, and money towards private, instrument, and commercial

FAA Exam and LaserGrade testing center

The convenience of one stop service and training

Environment--

The “Southern California flight experience”

Noted for favorable year-round training conditions -- Regular seasonal night and morning cloud layer provides optimal iFR training and are easy to clear for VFR students
Affords the opportunity to experience instrument approaches in actual conditions

One of two “Tower Enroute” areas in the United States

Just one of the unique aviation experiences to enhance your resume

Complex airspace with four additional area airports

Creates an ideal training environment and the confidence to handle real-life
flying challenges