GET TO KNOW THE SCHOOL
A closer look.
Take Flight Aviation is based in Montgomery, New York, with Diamond-focused training, an in-house maintenance operation and a Redbird FMX device. Courses range from private and instrument work to commercial, accelerated CFI and multi-engine qualifications. The commercial page identifies DA40 training, while the twin program uses DA42NG aircraft for initial commercial, add-on and MEI courses. Its accelerated CFI class offers several airplane choices and small-group ground work. Completion training and foreign-license conversions are also advertised, giving pilots with previous experience a way to request a tailored plan rather than restarting a standard beginner package.
Montgomery base
The school publishes its headquarters on Hangar Road in Montgomery and seven-day operating hours.
Commercial aircraft
The commercial course identifies Diamond DA40 technically advanced aircraft and describes an optional multi-engine component within its structured commercial route.
Accelerated CFI format
The CFI course combines small-group ground instruction, airplane work and spin awareness, with DA20, DA40, DA40NG and Cessna 172S choices.
Diamond twin pathway
The multi-engine page identifies DA42NG training for initial commercial, add-on and MEI candidates.
Published training options.
The school’s published options are summarized below. Each note explains the training type and what to clarify when comparing the school’s exact course.
Discovery flight
An introductory lesson to explore the aircraft and teaching approach. Ask about flight time, who will instruct you and what the quoted price includes.
Private pilot
A private-pilot training path. Compare the aircraft used, ground-school arrangements and how lessons progress from initial skills to practical-test preparation.
Instrument rating
Training focused on instrument flying, procedures and planning. Compare aircraft and simulator use, scheduling and the preparation expected before flight lessons.
Commercial single-engine pilot
A commercial-pilot training option. Ask which aircraft category, prerequisites, experience-building flights and practical-test preparation are included.
Commercial multiengine initial
A commercial-pilot training option. Ask which aircraft category, prerequisites, experience-building flights and practical-test preparation are included.
Private or commercial multiengine add-on
A commercial-pilot training option. Ask which aircraft category, prerequisites, experience-building flights and practical-test preparation are included.
Accelerated flight instructor training (CFI)
Training in teaching, lesson preparation and instructional flying. Ask which instructor qualification is included and how practice teaching is assessed.
Multiengine instructor training (MEI)
Preparation to teach in multiengine aircraft. Ask about entry qualifications, aircraft availability and the ground and flight preparation included.
Professional pilot program
A planned sequence toward professional flying qualifications. Compare the included stages, entry requirements, scheduling commitment and payment milestones.
Completion flight training
The provider publishes flight instruction, but the exact course scope needs a closer look. Ask for the available certificates, ratings and current aircraft.
Foreign-license conversion assistance
Ask the school for the syllabus, entry requirements, training location and complete cost for this specific option.
Garmin G1000 transition course
Preparation for a particular aircraft or operating configuration. Confirm the model, avionics, entry experience and qualification or checkout the course provides.
Online knowledge-test preparation
Study and knowledge preparation. Confirm the delivery format, included materials, instructor support and any separate flight-training requirement.
Simulator training
Practice using a training device. Ask which device is used, whether an instructor is included and how the sessions support your particular course.
The published CFI interview opportunity is separate from an employment offer. Simulator credit depends on the course and device authorization.
Aircraft & training scope
Aircraft categories: Airplane
Published aircraft models: Diamond DA20, Diamond DA40, Diamond DA40NG, Diamond DA42NG, Cessna 172S
A current standalone CFII course was not established from alumni references alone. Ask for the available instructor progression and start dates.
Training framework & verification
Part 141: Matched to the FAA roster dated 2026-10-19. Confirm the approved course and training location with the school. The workbook does not list individual course approvals or establish training quality.
FAA reference: faa.gov. Confirm the approved course and training location with the school.
PART 141 SOURCE CHECK
FAA roster information.
This listing is matched to the supplied FAA Part 141 roster record. Confirm the approved course and training location with the school; the roster does not list course approvals or establish training quality.
TAKE FLIGHT AVIATION, LLC
Certificate 7TKS164LLocation designator 7TKS
Address as recorded: 49 HANGAR ROAD, HANGAR D, MONTGOMERY, NY 12549
Use the faa.gov facility dashboard for future cross-reference. The dated record above reflects the FAA workbook used for this directory update. How we check records
TRAINING FIT
Our school review.
Take Flight offers unusually specific aircraft and course descriptions for comparing advanced training. The DA42NG program's G1000 emphasis may be useful for pilots seeking modern twin experience, while CFI candidates can discuss an airplane closer to their existing background. Published interview opportunities and pass-rate claims should be distinguished from an employment commitment or a personal outcome. Ask for the current syllabus, examiner arrangements and total estimate, including what happens if additional flying or a longer stay becomes necessary.
An AI-assisted editorial assessment of the school’s published information. This is separate from student feedback. We have not attended or inspected this school.
WHAT THE AVAILABLE FEEDBACK TELLS US
Student review evidence.
Take Flight Aviation's Montgomery review sample includes students describing private, instrument, commercial, multi-engine, and instructor training. Several praise purposeful lessons, knowledgeable instructors, and scheduling staff who helped organize intensive training. A visiting rated pilot also describes a positive multi-engine proficiency flight. The sample offers specific course experiences, but personal completion times and checkride results should not be treated as promises. Ask for the current schedule, prerequisites, and examiner arrangements for your intended program.
4.6 / 5100 reviews
This location
Selected Google comments include multiple certificate-course accounts and a visiting pilot; the aggregate remains a business-wide rating.
Source snapshot: 2026-07-31How to read this evidence
Selected Google comments include multiple certificate-course accounts and a visiting pilot; the aggregate remains a business-wide rating.
Follow up with the school
- Can I speak with recent students who completed the certificate or rating I want?
- How often can I train, and how are aircraft or instructor cancellations handled?
Read the review sources
- Google via FlightSchools.aero — Take Flight Aviation, LLC Third-party source
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Questions for Take Flight Aviation, LLC.
- Which Diamond or Cessna would be assigned to my CFI or commercial course, and can I keep that aircraft type?
- How are DA42NG examiner dates and extra training handled if I need more than the advertised course window?
- What credit can I receive for earlier training or a foreign license, and what documentation is needed?
- What does the graduation interview involve, and how is employment considered separately from course completion?
Sources & listing information.
School facts are compiled from the source material below. Imported record identifiers are retained for traceability and are not presented as proof of current certification.
- Private pilot training, Flight school, flight school ny
- Private Pilot Training | Take Flight Aviation
- Instrument Pilot Certificate | Take Flight Aviation
- Take Flight Aviation, LLC — accelerated cfi format
- Take Flight Aviation, LLC — diamond twin pathway
- 🎯 It’s Time to Get Your Instrument Rating V.1 | Take Flight Aviation
- Take Flight Aviation, LLC — montgomery base
- Take Flight Aviation, LLC — commercial aircraft
- School website supplied in source recordsSupplied website; not independently rechecked for this import.
- Source-record reference: checkrides.ioReference retained from the supplied spreadsheet; current content not rechecked for this import.
- faa.gov — Find a FacilityFAA pilot-school facility reference. Part 61 instruction is not a separate FAA school certification.
View source record references
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Part_141_Flight_School_Websites (1).csv; faaverifiedp141.xlsx