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Your Journey to the Cockpit
Professional standards. Personalized mentorship. Proven results. Discover our range of all-inclusive career programs, accelerated finish-ups, and specialized add-ons designed to take your piloting skills to the next level.
Explore our Programs Below!
Career Pilot Program
Your Career in Aviation Begins Here
Forget the "pilot mill" mold. Our all-inclusive, 0-to-career-ready program offers a structured yet personalizable path designed to take you from your first flight to a professional cockpit. With our "no man left behind" philosophy, we customize your training to ensure your success.
Finish-Up FAST Program
Tired of Spinning Your Wheels?
If you're ready to stop waiting and start flying, our Finish-Up program is for you. We specialize in getting students on the checkride schedule and "knocking it out" with efficiency. Let us show you how flight training should have been done—with a clear path to the finish line.
CFI & CFII Academy
Ready for our 30-Day CFI/CFII Academy?
In today’s market, having your CFI and CFII is the key to staying competitive. Our academy offers a comprehensive 30-day path to both certifications, providing the elite training and professional polish you need to start your career as a flight instructor and begin racking up those hours.
Multi-Engine add-on
Add Your Multi-Engine Rating in Just 5 Days
At Patriot, we specialize in high-impact training that fits your schedule. Whether you’re looking for our standard 5-day add-on or need 25-hour and 50-hour blocks to expand your multi-engine time, we have the structured path to get you there.
Coming From Out of Town?
Students travel from all over the country to experience the Patriot difference on the Emerald Coast. Discover our local recommendations for accommodations designed to fit your budget, your schedule, and your lifestyle.
Hilton Garden Inn
The Hilton Garden Inn is located directly across the street and provides a complimentary shuttle to and from the airport—making it the perfect home base during your training.
Casa Loma Inn
Looking for a beachside stay? Casa Loma Inn offers fantastic seasonal rental rates exclusively for the Patriot family. Let us know your dates and we will coordinate with their team to confirm your student status and secure your discount.
Vacation Rentals
For students who prefer the amenities of a private home, Panama City offers a wide variety of vacation rentals. We recommend booking early, especially during the peak spring and summer months!
