PROGRAMS
flyNEXA Programs
Your Journey to the Flight Deck Starts Here
At flyNEXA, we train the next generation of pilots. Whether you're taking your first flight or building hours toward a professional aviation career, our programs are designed to move you forward with confidence.
With world-class instructors, advanced Diamond Aircraft, and training based in the aviation hub of Phoenix, Arizona, flyNEXA provides the environment, technology, and mentorship you need to succeed in the cockpit.
As graduates build flight experience and progress in their careers, they may have opportunities to continue flying within the broader NEXA aviation network, including with our sister company jetNEXA, a Part 135 private jet charter operator. This connection creates a unique pathway from professional flight training to real-world aviation operations.
Your Future in Aviation Starts Now
The aviation industry is growing rapidly, and the demand for skilled pilots has never been greater. At flyNEXA, we provide the training, technology, and mentorship to help you turn your passion for flight into a career.
Take the first step. Start your training with flyNEXA today.
Training Programs
Choose the path that matches your goals. Every program at flyNEXA is built around safety, precision, and real-world flying.
Private Pilot License (PPL)
Start Your Aviation Journey
The Private Pilot License is where every pilot begins. In this program, you'll learn the fundamentals of flying—from aircraft control and navigation to weather and flight planning. By the end, you'll have the confidence to fly independently and the foundation needed for advanced ratings.
Instrument Rating (IR)
Fly with Precision
The Instrument Rating takes your flying to the next level. You'll learn to operate aircraft using advanced cockpit instrumentation and navigate safely in low-visibility conditions. This is an essential step for anyone pursuing professional aviation.
Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
Turn Your Passion into a Career
The Commercial Pilot License is the gateway to professional flying. Develop advanced precision and operational knowledge required to fly for compensation and open doors to careers in charter and corporate aviation.
Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Teach. Fly. Build Hours.
Becoming a Certified Flight Instructor allows you to share your passion for aviation while building valuable flight experience. CFIs play a critical role in training the next generation of pilots, developing leadership skills while continuing to grow as professional aviators.
Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFII)
Train Pilots to Master the Clouds
The CFII rating allows you to teach instrument flying and advanced navigation procedures. This certification expands your instructional capabilities while helping other pilots develop the skills required to operate safely in complex flight conditions.
Multi-Engine Rating
Fly More Advanced Aircraft
Adding a Multi-Engine Rating allows you to operate more complex and powerful aircraft. This training focuses on multi-engine performance, aircraft systems, and advanced handling—an important step for pilots pursuing professional aviation opportunities.
Why Train at flyNEXA?
Modern Aircraft
Train in advanced Diamond Aircraft equipped with the latest avionics.
Elite Instruction
Learn from experienced instructors committed to developing skilled, confident pilots.
Premier Location
Phoenix offers some of the best flying weather and busiest training airspace in the world.
A Clear Path to Aviation Careers
Through flyNEXA and our sister company jetNEXA, students gain access to real-world aviation opportunities and professional pathways.
Your Path to Becoming a Professional Pilot
From First Flight to Professional Aviation
Every professional pilot begins the same way—with a first lesson. At flyNEXA, we provide a clear pathway that guides students from their first flight through advanced certifications and into professional aviation opportunities.
Our structured training progression allows students to build skill, confidence, and flight experience at every stage of their journey.
Step 1: Private Pilot License (PPL)
Learn to Fly
Your aviation journey begins with the Private Pilot License. In this phase, students learn the core principles of flight, aircraft systems, navigation, weather, and flight safety. By the end of this program, you’ll have the skills and confidence to fly an aircraft independently.
What you gain
- Foundational flight skills
- Aircraft control and navigation knowledge
- Your first FAA pilot certificate
Step 2: Instrument Rating (IR)
Fly with Precision
The Instrument Rating allows pilots to operate safely in low-visibility conditions by relying on cockpit instruments and navigation systems. This rating significantly expands a pilot’s capability and prepares students for professional-level flying.
What you gain
- Advanced navigation skills
- Experience with instrument flight procedures
- Increased safety and flight capability
Step 3: Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
Turn Your Passion into a Career
The Commercial Pilot License is where aviation becomes a profession. This training focuses on advanced aircraft handling, complex flight operations, and professional-level flight standards. With a CPL, pilots can begin flying for compensation and pursue a wide range of aviation careers.
What you gain
- Advanced flight skills
- Professional pilot certification
- Access to commercial flying opportunities
Step 4: Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
Teach, Fly, and Build Experience
Many professional pilots build flight hours by becoming Certified Flight Instructors. As a CFI, you train new pilots while continuing to refine your own flying skills. This step is one of the most effective ways to gain valuable flight experience while contributing to the aviation community.
What you gain
- Leadership and teaching experience
- Significant flight hour growth
- Advanced understanding of flight operations
Real-World Aviation Perspective
Through our connection with jetNEXA, flyNEXA students gain insight into real-world aviation operations and the professional career pathways available beyond flight training.
As students progress through their training and continue building experience, this relationship provides valuable exposure to the broader aviation industry and the standards of professional flight operations. It creates a unique connection between flight training and the operational world of private jet aviation, helping students better understand the path from student pilot to professional aviator.
Your Aviation Career Starts Here
The aviation industry continues to experience strong global demand for skilled pilots. With the right training, mentorship, and flight experience, the path from student pilot to professional aviator is more accessible than ever.
At flyNEXA, we provide the training, technology, and support to help you turn your passion for aviation into a lifelong career.
Take the first step — schedule your discovery flight today.
Student Stories
"The Diamonds are incredible to fly. flyNEXA's approach to safety and precision is unmatched. I feel fully prepared for my aviation career."
Alex J. | PPL Graduate
"Learning to fly in the busy Phoenix airspace gave me so much confidence. My Instrument Rating training was seamless and high-tech."
Sarah T. | IR Student
"Becoming a CFI here has been the best career move. I love building hours in such a professional environment with modern aircraft."