TRAINING FLEET
A FLEET FOR YOUR SUCCESS
At Azure Aviation Academy, we take pride in operating a reliable, well-equipped fleet to support every stage of your flight training. These aircraft are carefully selected and meticulously maintained by Schilling Aviation Services to ensure safety, performance, and comfort—giving you the confidence to focus on building your skills in the sky.
From dependable trainers ideal for mastering the fundamentals to advanced aircraft for refining your technique, each airplane is a vital part of your learning experience. We believe that quality equipment is essential to quality training, and we are committed to providing you with aircraft you can trust every time you fly.
Piper Archer
Hourly Rate: $185/hr
The Piper Archer II is a dependable, four-seat low-wing trainer powered by a 180-horsepower Lycoming engine. Known for its stability and smooth handling, the Archer is perfect for private, instrument, and commercial pilot training. It’s equipped with Garmin G5s and a Garmin 430W GPS, offering modern avionics in a classic airframe. With spacious seating and excellent visibility, it delivers a balanced mix of comfort and capability.
Specifications:
Seats: 4
Engine: Lycoming O-360-A4M
Cruise Speed: ~125 knots
Fuel Capacity: 48 gallons usable
Range: ~520 nautical miles
Useful Load: ~950 lbs
Avionics: Garmin G5s, Garmin 430W, ADS-B Out
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2,550 lbs
Cessna 172
Hourly Rate: $180/hr
A cornerstone of general aviation, the Cessna 172L is a high-wing, four-seat aircraft ideal for both student pilots and time-building. Powered by a 160-horsepower Lycoming engine, it offers forgiving flight characteristics and exceptional visibility. The aircraft is also equipped with Garmin G5s and a Garmin 430W GPS, offering modern avionics in a classic airframe. With spacious seating and excellent visibility, it delivers a balanced mix of comfort and capability.
Specifications:
Seats: 4
Engine: Lycoming O-320-E2D (150 HP)
Cruise Speed: ~110 knots
Fuel Capacity: 38 gallons usable
Range: ~430 nautical miles
Useful Load: ~850 lbs
Avionics: Garmin G5s, Garmin 430W, ADS-B Out
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2,300 lbs
Cessna 150
Hourly Rate: $140/hr
A reliable and versatile two-seat trainer, ideal for new pilots. Known for its simplicity, ease of handling, and excellent fuel efficiency, the 150 is a great choice for students starting their flying journey. With its high-wing design, it offers excellent visibility, making it easier for pilots to learn and navigate. This aircraft is perfect for practicing basic maneuvers, cross-country flights, and building confidence in the sky.
Specifications:
Seats: 2
Engine: Continental O-200-A (100 HP)
Cruise Speed: ~95 knots
Fuel Capacity: 22.5 gallons usable
Range: ~350 nautical miles
Useful Load: ~500 lbs
Avionics: Basic VFR panel
Maximum Takeoff Weight: 1,600 lbs
One-G Foundation G1000 Flight Simulator
Hourly Rate: $80/hr
A powerful training tool for both primary and advanced students, our one‑G Foundation 1000 AATD provides a highly realistic, FAA-approved simulation environment modeled after a Garmin G1000-equipped Cessna 172. It allows students to build strong instrument skills, avionics proficiency, and procedural confidence in a controlled, cost-effective setting.
Equipped with a full G1000 glass cockpit, wrap-around visual system, and force-feedback controls, the simulator is ideal for Private, Instrument, Commercial, and proficiency training. It is especially effective for practicing instrument approaches, holds, emergency procedures, and avionics workflows without the time pressure or cost of the aircraft.
Specifications:
Seats: 1
Approval: FAA-Approved AATD
Aircraft Model: Cessna 172 (G1000 configuration)
Avionics: Garmin G1000 (PFD & MFD)
Training Credit: Loggable time toward Private, Instrument, and Commercial requirements per FAA regulations
Use Cases: Instrument approaches, holds, procedures, avionics training, proficiency, and scenario-based training
