North Perry lands FAA flight school as pilot training grows. Here are 5 takeaways

Sun City Aviation Academy at North Perry Airport in Pembroke Pines has received Federal Aviation Administration approval to operate as a Part 141 flight school.

This designation allows the academy to offer structured and FAA-certified training programs for aspiring pilots.

FULL STORY: North Perry Airport lands FAA-certified flight school, boosting pilot training

Here are the highlights:

• The Part 141 certification enables the school to provide FAA-approved private, instrument and commercial pilot training programs.
• With this approval, the academy will follow standardized training syllabi and undergo continuous FAA oversight to ensure rigorous instruction.
• Most U.S. flight schools operate under Part 61, which lacks the structured curriculum and oversight of Part 141 schools.
• Joe Cannizzaro, the Director of Operations, emphasized that this certification reflects the academy’s commitment to high-quality aviation education.
• Founded in December 2022 by Luke Poulos, the academy serves students from across South Florida, focusing on a supportive, student-centered learning environment.

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