Scottsdale residents seeking professional flight training have an excellent option just minutes away. Desert Wings Flight School at Falcon Field in Mesa offers premier aviation instruction in a location that's both convenient and ideally suited for learning to fly. Located just 20 minutes from central Scottsdale, our school provides the perfect balance of accessibility and quality training.
Why do Scottsdale pilots choose Desert Wings? Our location at Falcon Field offers a training environment that's active enough to prepare you for real-world flying, yet manageable enough for effective learning. Unlike Scottsdale Airport's busy traffic patterns, Falcon Field provides ample opportunity for pattern work, practice approaches, and skill-building exercises.
The Arizona desert provides an unparalleled training environment with consistent weather, stunning scenery, and diverse terrain for cross-country training. Scottsdale students can complete their training faster than in most other parts of the country, thanks to our 299+ flyable days per year. This means less time waiting and more time progressing toward your certificate.
Our instructors understand the needs of Scottsdale's busy professionals. We offer flexible scheduling including early morning, evening, and weekend slots to accommodate your lifestyle. Whether you're learning to fly for business travel, personal enjoyment, or a career change, Desert Wings provides the personalized instruction and world-class training environment you deserve.
From your first flight to advanced certifications, we offer comprehensive training for every stage of your aviation journey.
Desert Wings Flight School is located at Falcon Field Airport (KFFZ) in Mesa, Arizona. Just 20 min from Scottsdale, our location offers easy access for East Valley residents with ample parking and modern facilities.