FAA Part 141 Flight School · Miami
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Dreams Into Reality
Built On Passion
Who We Are
Located in Miami, GoFly Academy was born from a true passion for flying and the thrill of adventure. As an FAA-Approved Part 141 Flight School, we are dedicated to delivering the highest quality training in the aviation industry.
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World-Class Fleet & Sim.
Our academy offers a top-of-the-line, FAA-compliant fleet paired with the Redbird FMX full-motion simulator — ensuring a diverse, professional training experience at every stage.
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Experienced CFIs
Our team of Certified Flight Instructors are professionals who are genuinely passionate about helping you achieve your aviation dreams. You receive expert, personalized guidance tailored to your goals.
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Every License, One Academy
FAA-approved Part 141 training programs from your first lesson to airline-ready. Personalized paths, not a pilot factory.
Accelerated
Zero to Hero
Go from no experience to commercial pilot in an accelerated, structured path.
From $68,333
PPL
Private Pilot License
Your first ticket to the skies. Fly cross-country with passengers under VFR.
From $11,450
IR
Instrument Rating
Master flying solely by reference to instruments in IMC and complex airspace.
From $10,598
CSEL
Commercial — Single Engine
Earn the right to be paid as a pilot. Refine precision and decision-making.
From $25,778
CMEL
Commercial — Multi Engine
Add multi-engine privileges and prepare for the airline track.
From $6,705
CFI
Certified Flight Instructor
Teach the next generation of pilots while logging serious flight hours.
From $6,900
ATP
ATP CTP
FAA-required certification training before your ATP checkride. Provided by our partner Air Vegas Services, a Part 142 training center.
FAA
License Convalidation
Convert your foreign pilot license to an FAA certificate with our guided process.
Pricing shown reflects our members-only rate, based on FAA-minimum requirements; actual cost may vary with each student's progress and is subject to change. ATP CTP is provided through our Part 142 partner, Air Vegas Services.
Flight Training Miami
Miami's Flight School
for Every Mission
Searching for a flight school in Miami means choosing between a handful of very different academies. Here's what flight training at GoFly looks like — from your first flying lesson at Opa-locka to the day an airline calls.
Flying Lessons in Miami
Whether it's your very first flying lesson or you're back to finish what you started, every flight departs from Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (KOPF) — minutes from downtown Miami. South Florida's year-round flying weather means your training never has to pause for a season, and our discovery flights let you take the controls with a Certified Flight Instructor on day one.
Pilot Training From First Flight to Airline
As an FAA-approved Part 141 flight school, our pilot training follows a structured, accelerated syllabus at every stage: Private Pilot License, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot certificates, and Certified Flight Instructor — or the full Zero to Hero program that takes you from no experience to commercial pilot on one continuous path.
A Modern Aviation School at KOPF
Among aviation schools in Miami, our fleet stands out: Cessna 172 Skyhawks for fundamentals, the Cessna 162 Skycatcher for economical time building, the technically advanced Cirrus SR-20, and the Piper Aztec for multi-engine training — paired with a Redbird FMX full-motion simulator for instrument and procedure work in any weather.
Serving Miami & All of South Florida
Students train with us from every corner of Miami-Dade — Hialeah, Doral, Miami Beach, Coral Gables — plus Broward County and Fort Lauderdale. Flying in from elsewhere in Florida or overseas? Our team helps with planning, and international students get step-by-step TSA guidance before their first flight lesson.
Common Questions
Learning to Fly in Miami, Answered
How much do flying lessons cost in Miami?
It depends on the aircraft and how far you want to go. A full Private Pilot License at GoFly Academy starts around $11,450 with our members-only rates, flown at FAA-minimum hours. If you just want to try it first, a discovery flight is the most affordable way to get in the air with an instructor.
How long does it take to earn a private pilot license in Miami?
Under our Part 141 syllabus the FAA minimum is 35 flight hours. Most students who fly two to three lessons a week finish in a few months — and Miami's year-round flying weather means far fewer cancelled lessons than schools further north.
What makes GoFly one of the best flight schools in Miami?
We're an FAA-approved Part 141 school with examining authority, a modern fleet, and a Redbird FMX full-motion simulator — but what students mention most is that we're not a pilot factory. Training is personalized, instructors know your name and your goals, and the schedule adapts to your life.
Do you offer discovery flights?
Yes — a discovery flight is the best first step. You'll fly over the Miami coastline with a Certified Flight Instructor beside you and take the controls yourself. Book online and you can be in the air this week.
Can international students train at your aviation school?
Absolutely. Many of our students come from abroad. We guide you through the TSA Alien Flight Student Program step by step, and we also handle FAA license convalidation if you already fly on a foreign certificate.
Take the First Step
Discovery
Flight
Experience the thrill of flight firsthand. Take the controls with a Certified Flight Instructor beside you over the Miami coastline.
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Your Journey
Starts Here
Whether you're chasing a private license or building hours for the airlines, our team is ready to fly with you.
Phone
(305) 399-7353Visit
14850 NW 44th Court, Suite 204
Opa-Locka, FL 33054
Miami-Opa Locka Executive Airport (KOPF)