Teen Flight Training In Los Angeles
Give your child the thrill — and the confidence — of flying a real airplane. Our Teen Flight Training program introduces kids ages 9 to 14 to the world of aviation with patient, vetted instructors, right here at Van Nuys (KVNY) in Los Angeles.
Teen Flight Training Designed For Ages 9 To 14
Teen Flight Training in Los Angeles is a hands-on introduction to flying built specifically for younger students. Children as young as nine can take the controls of a real airplane, with a certified instructor seated beside them the entire time. It is the kind of experience that lights up a child's curiosity for science, weather, geography, and physics — and for many kids, it becomes the spark for a lifelong passion.
Every flight takes place out of Van Nuys (KVNY), one of the most active general aviation airports in the country, so your child sees real aviation up close. There is no minimum age to begin learning the fundamentals, and there is no requirement to commit to anything beyond the program itself. The goal is simple: a safe, fun, confidence-building introduction to flight that your family will remember for years.
- Built for kids ages 9 to 14, no experience needed
- Your child actually flies the airplane with an instructor alongside
- Hands-on learning in real Los Angeles airspace at Van Nuys (KVNY)
- A confidence-building experience that often sparks a love of aviation
Vetted Instructors And A Safety-First Approach
Nothing matters more than your child's safety, and we treat it that way. Every flight is conducted by an FAA-certificated instructor with the experience and temperament to teach younger students patiently and calmly. Our instructors are carefully vetted, and we have built our reputation over 15+ years of flight training in Los Angeles, earning 500+ five-star reviews from families and students.
Our training aircraft are meticulously maintained and inspected, and every flight follows strict FAA Part 61 safety standards. Instructors brief each lesson in plain language so both you and your child know exactly what to expect, and parents are welcome to watch from the ground. From the pre-flight walkaround to the final landing, safety guides every decision.
Real Skills, Real Confidence
Teen Flight Training is more than a joyride. Under the guidance of an instructor, your child learns genuine aviation fundamentals and walks away with skills and confidence that carry into the classroom and beyond.
How An Airplane Flies
The basics of lift, control, and what makes an airplane respond — explained in a way kids understand.
Flying The Controls
Hands on the yoke, your child performs gentle turns, climbs, and descents with the instructor.
Reading Instruments
An introduction to the cockpit instruments pilots use to navigate and stay safe.
Weather & Airspace
A first look at how weather and Los Angeles airspace shape every flight.
Pre-Flight Checks
Walking the aircraft and learning the careful routine every pilot follows before takeoff.
Confidence & Focus
The discipline, focus, and pride that come from doing something genuinely challenging.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Our Teen Flight Training program is $4,200 and includes the flight time, instruction, and hands-on lessons that make up the experience. After 15+ years training pilots in Los Angeles, we have kept our pricing among the most competitive in the area so more families can give their kids this opportunity. Financing options are available to help make the program manageable for your family's budget.
We fly seven days a week, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, so it is easy to find a time that works around school and activities. Have questions about whether your child is ready? Book a free consultation and we will help you decide.
Teen Flight Training FAQ For Parents
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Give Your Teen The Gift Of Flight
Book a Discovery Flight or a free consultation and watch your child's confidence take off.