I wouldn't be an airline pilot without this flight school. I did my private, instrument, and commercial with Pilot Rise. I wish I would've found them sooner. Could've saved me a lot of headaches, money, and restarts.
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Student Stories
What DFW Pilots Say About Us
Real words from real student pilots who chose Pilot Rise Flight School for their Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Commercial, and CFI training in Dallas-Fort Worth.
I wouldn't be an airline pilot without this flight school. I did my private, instrument, and commercial with Pilot Rise. I wish I would've found them sooner. Could've saved me a lot of headaches, money, and restarts.
I've had a really great experience at this flight school. Everyone is friendly, professional, and always willing to help. Huge shoutout to Anthony Balaity, he's an awesome instructor who's patient, explains everything clearly, and makes learning to teach and fly feel a lot less intimidating.
I highly recommend Pilot Rise. Jordan Connors is an amazing instructor. He explains everything in a way that is easy to understand and grasp. Every lesson is filled valuable information and is a great experience.
Great school. Great instructors. Good safe aircraft. I finished up PPL with Carson, he is very knowledgeable. All the other instructors there have been very helpful and made it fun! I highly recommend this flight school.
All of the instructors make sure you as a student are learning and retaining the knowledge necessary to safely fly a plane and by doing so, you are well prepared to complete your FAA check ride.
Pilot rise is a great place for your aviation training! They are very flexible, knowledgeable, and professional.
I highly recommend Pilot Rise as a flight school! Their facilities, well-maintained aircraft, and supportive staff created an excellent environment for learning. From the start, I felt confident I was in good hands.
Amazing Flight School! I recently completed my CFI certification through Pilot Rise! The Aircraft are very well kept. Maintenance is always addressed promptly and completed in a timely manner.
A quick look at the standard behind the training experience at Pilot Rise.
We started with one simple standard:
Not just certified.Ready.
Ready for the checkride., Ready because every lesson fits into a bigger plan., Ready for real-world flying., Ready because training adapts to your progress., Ready for changing weather., Ready because our records track individual skills., Ready for confident solo flight., Ready because stage checks confirm you are prepared., Ready for sound aeronautical decisions., Ready because risk management is taught every lesson., Ready for busy airspace., Ready because real ATC experience starts early., Ready for the unexpected., Ready because scenario-based training goes beyond routine maneuvers., Ready for instrument conditions., Ready because simulator practice is built into training., Ready for the next rating., Ready because your instructor understands your long-term goals., Ready for cross-country flying., Ready because strong fundamentals come before shortcuts., Ready for safe independent flight., Ready because mentorship continues beyond each lesson., Ready for the airlines., Ready because our training system is inspired by airline programs., Ready for professional flying., Ready because our standards go beyond FAA minimums., Ready for stronger judgment., Ready because every debrief turns experience into improvement., Ready for efficient progress., Ready because lessons adjust to weather and learning needs., Ready for emergencies., Ready because the simulator prepares you for difficult situations., Ready for unfamiliar airports., Ready because training includes towered and non-towered operations., Ready for greater responsibility., Ready because a second instructor validates major milestones., Ready for a lifetime of flying., Ready because we build pilots, not just flight hours., Ready for whatever comes next., Ready because quality, mentorship, safety, and value guide our training.
Where training can lead
From Pilot Rise to careers across aviation.
A select sample of Pilot Rise students and graduates—not a comprehensive list.
- Karl Tabler: Airline Pilot, Frontier Airlines
- Carson Trummel: Corporate Pilot, Airshare
- Upendra Nemkul: Airline Captain, American Eagle Airlines
- Brandon Fleck: Commercial Pilot / Part 91-135 Multi-Engine Turboprop Pilot, North Country Aviation
- Shelby Laferney: Pilot, American Airlines
- Brandon Cheung: First Officer, PSA Airlines
- Chad Tremie: A320 First Officer, Global Airlines
- Karis Hernandez: Senior Communications and Engagement Specialist, American Airlines
- Bridgette Wells: Aerospace Professional, Lockheed Martin Aeronautics
- Tyler Barker: A&P Mechanic / Aviation Mechanic and Quality Professional, Gulfstream Aerospace
- Richard Spohnholtz: ATP-Rated Pilot, Brett's Spray Service
- Solomon Meiyappan: Senior Instructor, Falcon 900/2000 EX EASy, FlightSafety International
- Blake Baugus: First Officer, Southwest Airlines
- Ethan Calhoun: Citation 560 Captain
- Daniel Chan: CRJ Captain, SkyWest Airlines
- Michael Collier: Dispatch Instructor, American Airlines
- Nathan Day: First Officer, Envoy Air
- Aaron Flores: 767, Air Transport International (ATI)
- Oscar Garcia: Gulfstream G650 Corporate Pilot
- William Martin, United Airlines
- Neal Smith: Airline Pilot, Envoy Air
- Andrew Smith: Captain, Envoy Air
- Aidan Tune: Airline Pilot, Envoy Air
- Jarrod Waddell, SkyWest Airlines
- David Walsh: Captain, Envoy Air
Offer Details
Offer Details for Dallas Flight Training
Discovery Flight
50% OFF($75, normally $150)
Flight Instruction Discount
$10/hr OFF
Location
Dallas Executive Airport
Instruction discount valid through
October 1st, 2026
Only valid for those who sign up before
August 10th, 2026
Eligible for new Pilot Rise students at Dallas Executive campus. Previous students may qualify if they have not flown with Pilot Rise in over 12 months. Active students are not eligible.
This is a 30-minute introductory flight lesson designed for individuals who are exploring flight training and want to determine if becoming a pilot is right for them. The lesson includes a preflight briefing, hands-on flight instruction with a certified flight instructor, and time afterward to answer questions about training. This promotional rate is exclusively for prospective students considering flight training. Pilot Rise does not offer scenic or sightseeing flights.
This special only applies to US Citizens and individuals who reside within 45 minutes of Dallas Executive Airport.
Begin your Dallas flight training today!