I would like to leave a zero rating but the site won't allow me to. I contacted the airport about a…read morerecurring noise issue west of the airport contrary to its "preferred pattern". The airport was not interested in following through on any remedy. I then contacted this school and a few others that have websites/addresses. When I finally received a response from them, it was curt. I realize that ATC makes the call on the direction a plane follows but the volume some of these businesses are doing lately has been unpleasant.

My friend belongs here and took their training program! I'm commenting as a passenger. We saw his…read moreformer instructor who was gregarious and kind. The staff was really speedy in refueling the planes. The airfield radio people were helpful when our radio equipment stopped working too. The planes were the best fucking part!!!! My friend says the plane bodies are old but the engines are well maintained and switched out every 3-4 years. Really fun experience, hughly recommend!

Had a Discovery Flight as a gift from friends, and Toririanna was the instructor…read more She is an amazingly supportive teacher and excellent pilot! For some background, I have had my single-engine land certificate from flight college decades back and lacked confidence in the cockpit after that time. We had a great flight, and I'd highly recommended her. The views across the south shore from Westhampton to fore island were absolutely breathtaking

Great Customer Service !!!! Wheather you need minor…read moreOr A Major Overhaul, Mid Island Air Service is here for All Your Flight Servicing Needs !!!!

Horrible....from the moment I walked in. The women behind the desk was rude, and the guy behind…read morethe desk gave the impression i was a disruption to his day. Nothing but short answers and finger pointing. Plane was old and very out of date, not sure how it passed FAA standards. Pilot Jake was a nice guy. How this place has such a high rating is obscene. They must sit all day and rate/write their own reviews. Fuck this place and the people who work there.

Loved our two hour experience for two with Global Aviation Corp. Like many others we purchased a…read moreGroupon for this, and booked our time slot. It was extra special for us as we booked this on our first wedding anniversary and it was extremely memorable first time flying! Our instructor was fabulous and really made the whole experience feel safe from start to finish. I flew to Connecticut from Long Island, and my husband flew the route back. It was basically a roundtrip flight where each of us got to fly one-way! The other person sat in the back while the first person was flying. Our instructor also indulged us and took some pictures when we started and finished in each location and we even got little certificates to commemorate our first flight together! The only negative point I will make was that Global Aviation Corp does fully disclosing costs for gas and fees that were not mentioned in the fine print. It was an extra $100 or more if I remember correctly which they only told us on the phone when calling to make the appointment. I wish they would have had it in the fine print so customers do not go through with buying a Groupon without all the information/pricing first. Overall it was a fantastic time, and I would 100% recommend it to anyone for a really unique experience, solo or as a couple!

A totally awesome experience all the way around! Purchased a private flight experience for my man…read morefor his birthday. He man loved the experience of flying the plane and so did I. (I went along for the experience with him.) Many thanks to Brian and to great flight instructor Aaron for making it so wonderful. Highly recommend!

Thanks to Julian for bringing me to aviation world, it was my best decision to attend this flight…read moreschool

Airborne flight Services is a great flight school operating out of Republic Airport. A lot of…read moreschools have questionable maintenance but the fleet is well taken care of. Julian is a staple at the airport and has years of intense training experience as a flight instructor. If you want to become a safe, competent pilot give him a call.

I earned my instrument rating at Academy of Aviation almost 20 years ago, maybe more, and I'm…read morepretty sure that was around the time they first started. Even back then, it stood out as one of the best flight schools around, and what really impresses me is that they've remained steady and reliable all these years. A lot of flight schools come and go, but Academy of Aviation has stayed strong, which says a lot in this industry. If you're looking for a cheap flight school, this might not be the place--but that's a good thing. Too often, budget schools shut down without warning, leaving students stranded and out of options. Academy of Aviation has a well-maintained fleet, structured programs, and a solid reputation. Whether you're pursuing a career in aviation--military or civilian--or just flying for fun, this is the place to go. I'm not sure why it took me over two decades to write this, but I can say with confidence that this is one of the best schools I've trained at. I have great memories, especially from those early days when the owner was also my instructor. The training was thorough, professional, and effective, and I left with a strong foundation. About two years ago, I tried to rent a plane from them again after not flying for about 10 years. The process felt different, more geared toward structured student training rather than casual renters, which I've grown to accept. I flew with an instructor who was a bit wary about spins, and while I can't blame him--considering my long break from flying--I couldn't help but reflect on how the CFIs from my training days were probably more daring. Back then, they'd get excited, and I'd be the one nervous. These days, I understand the pressure instructors are under. One mistake can cost a career, and I respect that fully. While the experience of returning wasn't quite what I remembered, it doesn't take away from the fact that this school provides top-notch training. It's structured, professional, and results-driven. It may be costly, but you're paying for quality, safety, and real results. I would still give Academy of Aviation a 5-star rating and highly recommend it to anyone serious about flight training. Whether you are just starting out or looking to take your aviation journey to the next level, this school will set you up for success.

I enquired about an accelerated PPL within a reasonable time frame, given that I was willing to…read moretrain intensively. I was met with a rude response from Tim Schill, admissions officer for Orlando, where he mocked me for the suggestion and did not answer any of the questions I specifically put forward to him. I would not recommend any school which treats prospective students in this manner. Extremely rude!

recently took my first flying lesson with Farmingdale Aviation, and I can honestly say it was one…read moreof the best experiences of my life. As a first-time flyer, I was a mix of nervous and excited -- but from the moment I arrived, I felt completely at ease. My instructor, Yasin, was absolutely incredible. He was not only extremely knowledgeable and professional, but also patient, encouraging, and made me feel confident every step of the way. He explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and ensured I felt comfortable in the cockpit before we even took off. This experience exceeded every expectation I had. I will 100% be returning for more lessons, and I highly recommend Farmingdale Aviation (and Yasin) to anyone who's ever dreamed of flying -- whether you're serious about becoming a pilot or just want to experience something unforgettable.

My son takes flight lessons here. Nick is a great instructor and has a lot of patience. My son…read morestarted first with a Groupon to make sure he definitely wants to do this and then we have purchased two flight packages for him to work towards his PPL.

There's no reviews for this place on yelp; which should've warned me from actually trying; but…read morelearning how to fly a plane isn't a common everyday thing people do - so I looked aside when I bought their 1 person flight lesson. Now I WISH I can tell you about the flight lesson; but I seriously couldn't because it's not possible for you to book a lesson. They won't call you back. My husband's bucket list of things he wanted to do included learning how to fly a plane. I wanted to get the flight lesson for him for his birthday AND fly it together with HIM ON his birthday. I emailed. I texted. I initially got messages back via text on questions answered. I bought a Groupon; and they told me there was a $100 surcharge for the student; and $50 surcharge for the passenger. Fine. This was already turning out more expensive then other schools in the area; but I had already committed and purchased their groupon and didn't want to go through the hassle of exchanging it. The lady told me I had to call her to leave a credit card to officially make a reservation. I said that's fine; I'll give her a call in a little bit. My little bit did turn out to be the next day. I called the next day and left a message. I called again 2 days later to leave another message. And 2 days later to leave another message. I texted. NO response. I emailed. Finally I receive a call back from an instructor saying the lady is in charged of reservation and he'll make sure she calls me. 4 days later; she still didn't. So I called again this morning - still no answer. She calls me back an hour later saying she's not in the office yet; and can't tell me if I can have the time slot OR take my credit card info; and that she'll call me later. It's now been 6 hours since THAT call; and I'm officially agitated. She even reprimanded me for not calling her to leave a cc number. Lady - I have my call logs; and I did call you - and leave you MULTIPLE messages. I hope business is so good for them that they don't need any new customers; and perhaps that is what it is. As for us; we'll never know if this was a good school or not; but warning - if you do see them on groupon - don't buy it. Don't bother buying it unless you call and can reach the people to actually book your flight; because you likely won't be able to.

Flying for the first time was amazing especially with Mohcine! He was so kind, funny, and made us…read morefeel comfortable instantly. Booked this Groupon as a surprise birthday for my fiancé and it was absolutely incredible. I'd do it again in a heartbeat, and I'd also book Mohcine as my pilot any day!! We couldn't be happier with our experience!!!