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At Aircover Academy, we’re dedicated to empowering the next generation of aviators and aviation professionals. Whether you’re taking your very first step into the world of flight or advancing your skills, our mission is to provide hands-on education, real-world experience, and unwavering support every step of the way.

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We’re excited to help you take off toward your goals. Your journey starts here—welcome aboard!

We provide official course books and study guides to support your aviation journey. Whether you're preparing for written exams or reviewing key concepts, our recommended materials are available for purchase or download.

Training Course Material

Our Training Programs

    • Private Pilot License (PPL)

      Your first step into aviation. Learn the fundamentals of flight earn the privilege of flying for recreational purposes or personal traveling.

    • Commercial Pilots License (CPL)

      Turn your passion into a career. Train profession-level flying and qualify to be paid as a pilot

    • Light Sport Aircraft License (LSA)

      Under the new MOSAIC rule we are now able to offer the LSA. A faster and more affordable entry point into aviation. With lower time requirements and lighter aircraft.

    • Soon we are offering private pilot licenses and commercial pilots licenses for helicopters as well (PPL-H, CPL-H)

    • High Performance Endorsement

      Train in aircraft with over 200 horsepower and unlock more speed and power.

    • Complex Endorsement

      Learn to operate retractable landing gear, flaps, and constant-speed propellers — a must for many professional aircraft.

    • Tailwheel Endorsement

      Master conventional gear operations and improve precision handling. Tailwheel flying builds excellent stick-and-rudder discipline and opens the door to classics, bush planes, and warbirds.

    • High Altitude / Pressurized Aircraft Endorsement

      Learn physiological considerations and procedures for operating aircraft above 25,000 feet — preparing you for turbine and business-class flight operations.

  • Aircover Academy is soon offering

    • Instrument Rating (IR) - Master flying solely by instrument and operate safely in low-visibility and cloudy conditions

    • Multi-Engine Rating (ME) - Step up to twin-engine performance and prepare for commercial and corporate flying opportunities.

    • Floatplane Rating - Take your flying off the runway and onto the water! Learn to operate aircraft on lakes, rivers, and oceans for adventure or utility flying.

    • Turbine Rating - For pilots moving into turboprops or entry-level jets. Learn engine management, power settings, and high-speed performance procedures

    • Aerobatics / Upset Recovery Training

      Experience loops, rolls, and high-performance maneuvers while building full-envelope aircraft mastery.

    • Spin Awareness & Recovery Training

      Learn how to safely enter and recover from spins — essential for instructors and highly recommended for safety-minded pilots.

    • Bush / STOL Training

      Train for short-field takeoffs, off-airport landings, and backcountry terrain. Ideal for adventure pilots headed to remote strips, grass fields, or rugged environments.

Give us a call or an email and we will assist with scheduling through our new system!

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Our Rates

At Aircover Academy, we keep our pricing simple and transparent.

    • $50/Hour

    • One-on-one instruction with a certified instructor

    • Primary Instruction aircraft is our Cessna 172

    • $40/Hour

    • One-on-one instruction with a certified instructor

    • $70/Hour

    • One-on-one specialized instruction with a certified instructor

    • $100/Hour

    • 30-minute flight

    • 30-minutes of ground instruction prior to flight.

    • Offers a hands-on glimpse into the world of aviation guided by a qualified instructor

    • Primary Instruction aircraft is our Cessna 172

    • $150/Hour (Wet Rate)

    • $150/Hour (Wet Rate)

  • $200/Hour (Wet Rate)

    • $800/Hour (Wet Rate)

    • $1,300/Hour (Wet Rate)

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Aeronca - Decathlon

Come along for a lighthearted look at what real flight training is like—mistakes, breakthroughs, and pure sky-high excitement included.

T-6 Texan Warbird Adventure Flights

Get a chance to fly the legendary aircraft that trained generations of military aviators.

We offer three distinct packages, each conducted alongside you by a fully qualified flight instructor to ensure a safe, engaging, and unforgettable experience.


  • 20-minute local flight

  • Safety & cockpit briefing

  • Gentle maneuvers

  • Opportunity to try the controls

  • Post flight photo with the aircraft

Cadet Hop - $395.00

  • 40-minute flight

  • Everything provided in the cadet hop package

  • High-performance maneuvering

  • Intro aerobatics

  • More hands-on flying time

  • Tactical pass when available

Mission Ready - $645.00

  • 60-minute flight

  • Everything included in the mission ready package

  • Extended aerobatic profile

  • Advanced demonstrations

  • Maximum participation

  • Extra time for views & photos

Top Gun - $800.00

Every flight includes a logbook endorsement for participating pilots. New pilots receive a complimentary logbook, and flight time may be logged as both flight experience and training.

LOCATION:

9548 PIKE 12 FRANKFORD, MO 63441

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PHONE NUMBER:

(573) 213-2174

HOURS:

7AM-4PM MONDAY-FRIDAY

CLOSED ON SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS