Florida Tech Aviation

Florida Tech Aviation We produce the MOST DESIRABLE EMPLOYEES in the global aviation industry by means of a POWERFUL SAFET F.I.T.

Aviation provides training for pilots from Private through ATP, Flight Instructor – Instrument and Multiengine. We also offer unique courses such as Conventional Gear, Aerobatics, Air Taxi, Complex Instruments, International Operations, and more. Our staff is highly motivated to not only give students the best training possible, but also to instill the same love of flying they experience. In addit

ion to training Florida Tech students, we have a General Aviation Flight Services Division which provides flight training to the general public – offering courses from beginning through advanced. Our experienced instructors are well qualified to give instruction in all phases of flight training. We are able to accommodate busy schedules by providing ground training and flight instruction in the evenings and on weekends. Our full-service Maintenance Department is top-notch and the staff of certified A & P mechanics are highly trained in the maintenance of single and light twin-engine aircraft. We also have a full-service Pilot Shop for customer convenience in finding aviation supplies, clothing, and gifts.

September’s safety newsletter has arrived! 👇✈️This month, the focus is specifically on inclement weather, complacency co...
09/04/2026

September’s safety newsletter has arrived! 👇✈️

This month, the focus is specifically on inclement weather, complacency concerns, and mental health awareness. 📚

Find our newsletter here online, on the Florida Tech Aviation app, or scattered around campus/flight line buildings.

If you’re looking for some inspiration, here it is! ✈️Over recent months, we’ve been thrilled to hear from so many of ou...
09/02/2026

If you’re looking for some inspiration, here it is! ✈️

Over recent months, we’ve been thrilled to hear from so many of our alumni who have had the opportunity to operate airline flights alongside one another! Thank you to those who have shared the following photos! 📸

Pictured left to right: Captain Lucas Adent (‘23) operated an Endeavor Air Flight to Valdosta, Georgia with Ryan Maughan (‘22) jump seating and First Officer Jacqueline Figueredo (‘23) in the right seat.

Pictured top left to top right: First Officer Kessler Cluck (‘24) operated an Endeavor Air flight with Captain Paige Rieger (‘21).

Pictured left to right: Captain Tony Woo Jr. (‘23) seated with First Officer Zain Khichi (‘24) prior to pushback on an Endeavor Air Flight.

Pictured left to right: First Officer Dan Alves (‘24) and Captain Carlos Obregon (‘20) operated a trip together for SkyWest Airlines.

Pictured left to right: First Officer Kevin Lombardi (‘24) met with Captain Tony Woo Jr (‘23) in the LaGuardia terminal in between airline flights.

Happy Monday! We hope you have a view as beautiful as this one at least once this week! Flight student Andre Peer (𝓐𝓷𝓭𝓻𝓮...
08/31/2026

Happy Monday! We hope you have a view as beautiful as this one at least once this week! Flight student Andre Peer (𝓐𝓷𝓭𝓻𝓮) recently took this beautiful sunset photo and we thank him for sharing it with us. 🌅✈️

*Photo taken in accordance with FOM guidance.

The Piper Seminole has been an industry leading multi-engine training aircraft for many years, and Florida Tech Aviation...
08/28/2026

The Piper Seminole has been an industry leading multi-engine training aircraft for many years, and Florida Tech Aviation has 5 of these aircraft to help you develop the necessary skills to become a safe, professional pilot. 👨‍✈️ View our story to ask us any questions you may have about the Piper Aircraft Seminole! ❓📥

Florida Tech Aviation says farewell to Certified Flight Instructor Phillip Nacoste (.nacoste), who departs for GoJet Air...
08/26/2026

Florida Tech Aviation says farewell to Certified Flight Instructor Phillip Nacoste (.nacoste), who departs for GoJet Airlines (GoJet Airlines). Phil worked diligently in his nearly two year position with us, working with many students in impressive efficiency. He was our most recent recipient of the ‘IP of the Quarter’ recognition last quarter, and we wish him all the best in his next endeavor! 👏✈️

Flight operations are back and as busy as ever! We kindly remind all students and instructors to ensure they are well aw...
08/25/2026

Flight operations are back and as busy as ever! We kindly remind all students and instructors to ensure they are well aware of section 2.2 “Ramp Operations” within the Flight Operations Manual (FOM) version 8. Airport ramps are the busiest places for airplanes, so safety is imperative! 📍✈️

Dan Pizzi is our August 2026 Alum of the Month. He has an impressive career within multiple facets of aviation, and is c...
08/24/2026

Dan Pizzi is our August 2026 Alum of the Month. He has an impressive career within multiple facets of aviation, and is currently the National Fueling Safety & Compliance Supervisor for Airlines Transport Professionals. Thanks for sharing, Dan! ✈️

We truly appreciate the outreach of our alumni, and hope to continue showcasing as many of you as we can. Our students and instructors can value your experiences and connections all over the globe.👨‍✈️🎓

If you are a Florida Tech Aviation alum and would like to be featured in a future post, please send us a private message to get started. 🌎

Florida Tech Aviation says so long to Certified Flight Instructor Michael Rovida () who recently moved onwards to begin ...
08/21/2026

Florida Tech Aviation says so long to Certified Flight Instructor Michael Rovida () who recently moved onwards to begin training with Tradewind Aviation (Tradewind Aviation). Michael was a flight instructor with us for nearly two years while he was also a full-time student on campus studying for his undergraduate. His expert knowledge and dedication towards his students’ progress was well known, and we will miss his presence at the airport. Good luck Michael! 🛫👏

Our favorite day of the year… happy National Aviation Day! 🤩🛩️🌎
08/19/2026

Our favorite day of the year… happy National Aviation Day! 🤩🛩️🌎

Florida Tech Aviation wishes all the best to Certified Flight Instructor Aman Nandwani (Aman Nandwani), who is set to be...
08/18/2026

Florida Tech Aviation wishes all the best to Certified Flight Instructor Aman Nandwani (Aman Nandwani), who is set to begin airline training with Endeavor Air (Endeavor Air) soon. Aman worked with a variety of students ranging from Private Pilots to Certified Flight Instructors earning Add-on ratings. His high spirits will be missed around the airport and we wish him good luck as he begins his next flight journey. 🛫😃

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