FAA Part 61

Start Your Aviation Career in Lynchburg, VA

Professional flight instruction from your first lesson to airline career

 50+ Students Trained • Since 2023

Flight School Programs & Airplane Training

From your first discovery flight to airline career - our flight academy offers complete flying lessons and pilot training programs for every level

Discovery Flight

$199 + tax

Experience your first flying lesson and see if aviation is right for you

  • 1 hour ground brief & debrief
  • 30 min flight with instructor
  • Take the controls yourself

Private Pilot Certificate

40 hours minimum

Complete aircraft training to fly friends and family, build experience, and rent aircraft nationwide

Foundation of all flight training

Instrument Rating

80 hours minimum

Learn to fly safely in clouds and reduced visibility conditions

Essential for professional flying

Commercial Pilot Certificate

250 hours minimum

Professional flight instruction to get paid flying for banner towing, skydive operations, and pipeline survey

Start earning as a pilot

Flight Instructor Certification

CFI / CFII

Teach others and build advanced experience toward airline careers

Most common path to airlines

Did You Know?

Our Part 61 Private Pilot training transfers into Liberty University's Part 141 Flight Programs for 12 academic credits, counting as 4 classes on the Degree Completion Plan. Start flying sooner, get ahead on classes, and potentially graduate earlier all while saving time, money, AND preserving 1,000 hr R-ATP eligibility!

Why Choose Us

Personalized flight instruction and airplane lessons that adapt to your schedule, learning style, and goals

Professional flight training and airplane lessons at Parrillo Air Services flight school in Lynchburg VA

Our Aviation Training Approach

Cessna 172 Fleet

We operate a fleet of Cessna 172s, the most trusted training airplane in the world

Limited Enrollment

We limit our enrollment to ensure every student has adequate scheduling access to instructors and aircraft

Your Pace, Your Way

Teaching at a pace that matches your comfort and skill level - no rushed timelines or large classrooms

Complex Made Simple

Breaking complex aviation concepts into simple, digestible steps that build lasting understanding

Safety First Mentality

Creating safe habits and confident pilots who always know their next step

Real-World Experience

Instructors with years of general and corporate aviation experience supporting you every step

Financing Available

Flexible payment options to help fund your pilot training.

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50+

Students Trained

2,000+

Hours of Instruction

Since 2023

Serving Lynchburg, VA

There's Never Been a Better Time for Flight Lessons

Our pilot school and aviation training programs reward dedication and consistency - and the earning potential is extraordinary. Below you'll find salary ranges for the two main career paths in aviation. These figures reflect annual compensation at different stages of a flying career, from your first airline job flying regional routes all the way up to captain at a major carrier.

Regional Airline Pilots

$100K - $240K

Annual salary for regional airline pilots. Most new airline pilots start their careers here, flying shorter routes on smaller aircraft while building the flight hours and experience needed to advance.

Major Airline Pilots

$225K - $700K+

Annual salary depending on role and experience. Once pilots move up to a major airline, they fly larger aircraft on long-haul routes, and senior captains at the top of the pay scale can earn well over $700K per year.

Start Your Journey Today

Ready for Your First Flight Lesson?

Schedule a Discovery Flight and experience the thrill of your first airplane lesson. Take the first step toward your pilot training today.

No large classrooms
Flexible scheduling
Experienced instructors

Parrillo Air Services

Schedule Your Flight Lesson Today

Ready to begin your pilot training journey? Contact our flight school and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.

Contact Information

Website

ParrilloAir.com

Location

Lynchburg, Virginia

Response Time

Within 24 hours

What happens next?

  • We'll review your inquiry and reach out within 24 hours
  • Discuss your aviation goals and answer any questions
  • Schedule your discovery flight or first lesson