FMS summer aviation program takes off

Summer Aviation is a relatively new development at Fishburne Military School. Summer School 2012 saw the program really “take off” in popularity. This summer Fishburne had 14 cadets complete the program, an all-time high.

The program consists of both ground school and flight training, with the highlight being two instructed flights in a Cessna 172 aircraft. The program is a cooperative venture with Eagles Nest Flight Services LLC, and allows students with no prior flying experience to explore opportunities in aviation through classroom instruction and hands-on experience. The success of the program has prompted Fishburne to investigate ways to expand into a full flight training program that would allow cadets to solo in a Cessna 172 aircraft and eventually earn their FAA Private Pilot License.

If you want to know more about the aviation program, contact the Business Manager at 540-946-7714.