(818) 290-8249 · Open 9 AM–9 PM, 7 Days a Week · ★★★★★ 4.9 · 500+ Reviews · Van Nuys Airport
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 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.
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.
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.
The basics of lift, control, and what makes an airplane respond — explained in a way kids understand.
Hands on the yoke, your child performs gentle turns, climbs, and descents with the instructor.
An introduction to the cockpit instruments pilots use to navigate and stay safe.
A first look at how weather and Los Angeles airspace shape every flight.
Walking the aircraft and learning the careful routine every pilot follows before takeoff.
The discipline, focus, and pride that come from doing something genuinely challenging.
Your teen trains in real, well-maintained airplanes — not a simulator on rails — starting in light, forgiving trainers that are perfect for a young first-time flyer at Van Nuys (KVNY).
A light, easygoing two-seater that is ideal for a young pilot's very first hands-on lessons.
A sporty trainer with a panoramic bubble canopy that gives teens a wide-open view of Los Angeles below.
The world's most popular trainer — stable, roomy, and forgiving, so a parent can ride along on the right day.
A safe, hands-on way for kids to practice the basics and build confidence before every real flight.
Sharpen your skills on the ground in our FAA-approved Redbird full-motion simulator — practice procedures, instrument work, and emergencies in any weather, then carry that confidence straight into the cockpit on your Teen Flight Training training.
Teens train toward the full FAA Private Pilot License — students can fly solo at 16 and earn their license at 17. Every dollar is spelled out below, and 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.
Financing: $2,500 down + 4 × $1,974/mo
Enroll Now →"Took the controls over Van Nuys and the whole city opened up below us. Unreal first flight — booking again."
"Kayla is a great instructor — calm, organized, and a real pleasure to fly with. Made my first flight so comfortable."
"Ralph is knowledgeable, patient, and professional. Explained every principle of flight in a way I could follow."
"The owner, Alex, immediately put me at ease. Best intro flight in LA — calm, safe, and let me actually fly the plane."
"Anthony explains everything in a way that actually makes sense. Super chill and a great way to get comfortable in the sky."
"Joseph was patient and a really great teacher. Professional with great energy, and the Diamond was a blast to fly."
"Started with a discovery flight, now working on my private. Welcoming team and genuinely flexible scheduling."
"Gifted the flight for two and we both loved every second. Incredible views of the coastline — worth every dollar."
Book a Discovery Flight or a free consultation and watch your child's confidence take off.
Real students, real first flights, real ratings — straight from Google and Yelp.
The fastest way to know if the left seat is for you is to stand on the flight line. Book a free consultation — or reach us whichever way you like.
Tour the school, meet your instructors, sit in the cockpit, and leave with a personal training plan and exact pricing. Your Discovery Flight fee is credited toward training when you enroll within 24 hours.
One minute, a few details, fast answers from a real person on our team.
