What began as a Tuskegee Airmen-inspired aviation charity at New York Stewart International Airport has grown into the RedTail Flight Academy, a full-service flight school that helps all aspiring pilots achieve their dreams.
From weekend warriors to future airline pilots, our veteran instructors with thousands of flight hours provide professional training from Private Pilot through Commercial certification with flexible scheduling options. But we don't just teach you to fly - we prepare you for aviation careers by emphasizing teamwork, safety culture, and the professional skills that make great pilots stand out to employers. Training at Stewart International Airport - where airlines actually operate - provides real-world controlled airspace experience and superior safety, security, and services that most flight schools simply can't offer.
Professional flight training is an investment in your future. We've partnered with aviation-specific lenders like AOPA Finance and Sallie Mae, plus we'll help you navigate scholarship opportunities from organizations like AOPA Foundation and EAA.
True to our origins, we remain committed to honoring the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen by offering aviation scholarships that empower underrepresented youth to reach new heights. But we're not just focused on producing fully-licensed pilots. We're building confidence, leadership skills, and providing mentorship to create lasting change that goes far beyond the cockpit.
We believe in training pilots who can fly anything. That's why our fleet spans generations, from our new Piper 100i trainers with advanced glass cockpit avionics that mirror modern commercial aircraft, to proven classics like our Cessna 150 and Piper Cherokee 140 that teach you to fly by feel and instinct. Add in our Twin Comanche for multi-engine training and our Redbird full motion simulator for instrument training and emergency procedures, and you'll graduate comfortable in any cockpit, old school or cutting edge.
Book your Discovery Flight to experience flying firsthand, or apply for a scholarship to start your aviation journey with financial support.
