I usually never post on here unless its was a really bad experience in order to help others avoid…read morethe mistakes i went through. Started going to school here for my private pilot license about a year ago. 80 hours in and still no solo. Instructors will take you on your cross country flights just to build their hours. They do not care about their students success. I let it go on for too long, 18k later i finally decided to go to another school. I started the new school and within a month im ready for my solo..... goes to show the difference in schools and their CFI's. Ground lessons were useless... instructors will just talk within themselves and still charge you the full 2 hours. Not to mention their ground instructions are completely unorganized. Made me purchase their syllabus and not ONCE did we open it or follow it within that year. Total waste of time and money.

I cannot say enough about how amazing the folks at Pacific Skies Aviation are! From the owners to…read moreflight instructor Melissa, they are top notch. We bought a VIP package for my mom to go up on her 90th birthday. I spoke with Pacific Skies ahead of time and explained that my mom had never taken formal flying lessons, but that she loves all things aviation related. She doesn't plan on getting her license at this point, but she is extremely knowledgeable about what goes on in the cockpit. The one-on-one time with a professional flight instructor would be something we knew she would enjoy. She had the flight of a lifetime and she plans to come back for more! Thank you for making her 90th birthday so memorable!

Surprised my husband with an one hour helicopter ride for Valentine's Day and we both LOVED it!!…read moreNick our pilot was very personable and knowledgeable. During our flight, he pointed out all kinds of interesting facts and fun finds in and around LA. The ride itself was smooth and we both felt very safe! We came home excited from our new adventure and happy with a ton of amazing pictures from all over LA. I highly recommend advanced flight if you're in the southbay and looking for something fun and exciting to do!

Found out about Advanced Flight from a co-worker as I was looking for the perfect birthday gift for…read moremy boyfriend. We had to reschedule once, due to bad weather, but loved the fact that Simon was very concerned for our safety AND that we got bang for our buck. Once we rescheduled, it was an amazing experience. I had only been on one other helicopter ride and no safety tips. But first thing we did with Simon was review what to do if something should happen. Safety first and so appreciated. And like all the other reviews, it was 5 star. Interesting, fun, exciting and seriously it felt like 5 minutes and we can't wait to go again! If you're looking for a great gift for a loved one and want 5 star service and a 5 star experience, go with Advanced Flight! You will NOT be disappointed and really, with all the disappointments that surround us these days, isn't it reassuring to know that when you go on a helicopter ride around the city you WON'T be disappointed?

Thank you for the experience. We were pleased with Leslie's expertise in flying and the rest of the…read morestaffs' hospitality. I highly recommend this place for someone who wants to get into flying an aircraft as a passion or career. Different programs available for anyone interested. Located in Torrance area. 1-31-2023

Best flight school in Southern California. Airplanes are well…read moremaintained, instructors are excellent, the ground classes are top-notch, facilities are great, and the overall environment at the academy promotes a safe space for students to grow and learn. No better place to learn how to become a pilot.

Rogue Aviation Flight School has effectively demonstrated to lead in precision, safety,…read moreprofessionalism and elite training. A few months ago, my husband was offered a career advancement opportunity which prompted him to consider and accept the hefty financial investment of becoming a helicopter pilot. Full transparency, he had initially began his flight training with a nearby competitor of Rogue which was an absolutely unpleasant and horrible experience. At the time, we did not know about Rogue's Long Beach location, so we were THRILLED when we learned about their secondary location to their Newport Beach location. From the moment we hopped on the call with Carrie, their angelic manager and coordinator, we knew we made the best decision to make the switch to Rogue Aviation early on. Rogue's values, standards, and commitment to excellence has been monumental to my husband's success. Every single member of the team, from Chief Pilot James Baker to CFI pilot James Cockrell; each have proven to be passionate, invested, and committed to their students success. The helicopter space is a relatively small community, and after intensive research on our part, it has revealed some intense truths--such as: ineffectively ran helicopter schools are notorious for offering poor quality instruction causing delays, financial strain, and even closing down mid licensing. Enrolling at Rogue has eliminated these concerns for us. I consider them the Ivy League of the helicopter training space. If you or a loved one is considering aviation as a career path, look no further. Rogue Aviation is bound to exceed your expectations.

I've recently began my flight training in rotary wing aircraft (helicopter) and began with a…read moreone-hour discovery flight in an R22 with CFI Tom Schneider out of Long Beach Airport. Being allowed to take controls for various stages of flight (straight and level, attempting turns, etc.) and even trying my hand at hovering, was a VERY humbling experience, to say the least. It really puts things in perspective, to not only respect the aircraft, but also how skilled helicopter pilots truly are at multi-tasking, understanding complex aerodynamics and applying them to various stages of flight. I was very confident in CFI Tom Schneider's flying ability; and felt safe at all given segments of his flight/coaching. He had the patience of a saint, especially when coaching me on hovering! Additionally, CFI Tom (Schneider) is from Germany, accruing many of his flight hours (in both fixed wing and helicopter) in Europe, which brings an added benefit of his unique training/experience(s) from across the world to the aviation community here in the United States. Truly awesome

I've been coming to Aces High for a while now, and I've gotten my private and instrument ratings so…read morefar, and there are too many good things to write in a review. When I first started attending this school, I didn't have any family or friends that were in aviation, so I didn't understand anything about the process. The owner, Sam, met me in person and went over all the details from beginning to end, and I was never pressured to sign up for anything. Sam was also always there when I needed him to help me with anything. I've met most of the instructors here, and all of them are nice and happy to help. My initial instructor, Luc, helped me get my first certificate and provided me with a solid base of understanding to build up on; he was also very patient with me even though I put him in interesting situations when I was a fresh student. My CFI-I, Geeha, has elevated my knowledge, helped me get my instrument rating, shared her passion for weather with me, and made me a safer pilot. The chief pilot Joy is always available to answer any questions or concerns. Maxi CFI-I was a great instructor, and she taught me a lot in the short amount of time that I spent with her. Flying is an amazing privilege, and getting the proper training at the right facility is crucial for a seamless experience. I would definitely suggest Aces High.

I recently passed my PPL checkride with Aces High, and I'm glad to have trained at a school that…read morecares about its students. I first did a discovery flight with another school in Fullerton, but the instructor demonstrated so many maneuvers that I ended up feeling nauseous. Some schools had programs that didn't fit my schedule, and other airports like John Wayne (SNA) often have long ground delays. I eventually chose to train in Long Beach--where I grew up--and it turned out to be a great decision. From day 1, the experience stood out. I met the owner, Sam Raymond, who was welcoming and down-to-earth. My first flight over the Long Beach harbor confirmed I was in the right place--the views over the training area are beautiful. Aces High's aircraft and instructor rates were also more competitive than many other schools. Aviation isn't easy, but it's very rewarding, and having the right support makes a big difference. Sam, Joy (Chief Instructor), and my main instructor Maxi M. were key in helping me pass my checkride. The school also has a great group of instructors--Chris, Luc, Grayson, Aston, Hilary, Sharon, Hannah, Mike, and Justin-- all great people to learn from.

My wife and I went on the 90 minute flight for her birthday. Smooth sign-up process, and a smooth…read moreflight as well. Wes delivered interesting and relevant information as he flew us around and across OC plus well known parts of south LA County. It's a one-of-a-kind activity you should not miss. You'll be comfortable and attentive throughout. Over land and coastal sea, this is a trip for you.

Our pilot Wes was SO great! From the moment he picked us…read moreup, to the moment he dropped us back off, he made us feel so comfortable and safe. Finding the entrance to the airport was easy, getting into the plane and seat belted was easy, and navigating the headset was easy! There was no moment during our tour where we felt confused or nervous about what was happening or going on. The views were AMAZING! Specially since we did the sunset tour! Our pilot was so knowledgeable on the counties history, and we actually learned a lot! The takeoff, flight, and landing were incredibly smooth. I highly recommend this establishment. You won't regret it!!

I first came across Air Combat USA back in the 90's as a customer where this was as a college…read moregraduation gift. In the mid-2000s, I began flying out of Fullerton Municipal Airport as a licensed pilot where Air Combat USA was based and owned and operated by Mike "Maverick" Blackstone (Sr). I became friends with Mike (Sr) and his son Mike Jr., call sign "Rocket" who is also a Flight Instructor, acrobatic pilot, and airline pilot as well so I had an excellent view of normal operations. Sadly, Mike Sr. passed away and his son, "Rocket", took over ownership and all operations and moved to Long Beach Airport while still flight operations remain out at sea over the channel of Long Beach Harbor and Palos Verdes. As a customer, if you enjoyed watching Top Gun, or you enjoy acrobatics or simulator dog fighting, this is the real deal. You will be fitted with a flight suit and other flight gear so you look and feel the part as much as experience being a fighter pilot. You will experience a pre-flight briefing where you will be instructed on your mission, an introduction to ACM (Air Combat Maneuvering) , and meet your assigned flight instructor who will be in the aircraft with you to keep you safe while allowing you to fly as much as you are capable of. Then comes the flight and multiple engagements with another customer with a defined hard deck above the ocean. Did I mention your instructor might likely be a former fighter pilot from the Navy or other armed services branch? So you are in good hands with "Rocket" and other Air Combat USA staff. Finally, there is the debrief after landing and an inflight cockpit video if you purchase that option that you will get to view and hear your communications. Air Combat USA is the real deal and so much fun. Barf bags come with the flight if needed. After my 3 engagement of 5, I had to use it missing the 4th engagement which I lost by flying straight and level only to comeback and win my 5th engagement to splash my opponent along with the first 3 engagements. I cant recommend Air Combat USA enough. It is so far above the ultimate video game, it will be one of the highlights of you life. Perfect for birthday, holiday, anniversary, and graduation gifts for families and friends.

This was one of the most amazing things i've ever done,I highly recommend it to anyone that loves…read moreto flyA+++++

Despite having good CFIs this flight school is plagued with fleet issues. Their planes are…read moreconstantly down for maintenance. You cannot operate a flight school and enroll students with the fleet at 20% operational. My son booked flights that were cancelled on a weekly basis due to maintenance. Good management and solid company investment would solve this problem before it impacts their customers. Look elsewhere unless you have 2 years or more for a PPL.

My daughter is getting her Instrument rating there. Every time she has a check ride scheduled, the…read moreairplanes go down for maintenance. This results in her needing another training flight to be prepared after the delay. It's been three times now. Every time she does another practice flight, it costs approximately $600. Meanwhile they are soliciting for students from India when there are airplanes without engines or down for maintenance. Their maintenance shop can't keep up. On any given day, 80% of the fleet is grounded. Highly recommend going elsewhere. This coming from a retired 777 Captain and IA/A&P.