Become a Pilot at the Top Kansas Flight School

Kilo Charlie Aviation, a leading name in Kansas City flight school training, has officially joined forces with US Aviation Academy, one of the largest aviation training networks in the country. This exciting merger brings together Kilo Charlie’s advanced fleet and instructor excellence with US Aviation Academy’s nationwide resources, career pipelines, and regulatory infrastructure—making Kansas City one of the most strategic locations in the U.S. for aspiring pilots.

Cutting-Edge Fleet at Kansas Flight School

Located at New Century Air Center (IXD) just outside Kansas City, US Aviation Academy's new Kansas Flight School operates a cutting-edge and growing fleet that includes:

Tecnam P-Mentor – Advanced 2024 model single-engine trainer with low emissions and modern glass cockpit.
Tecnam P2006T – Twin-engine aircraft ideal for multi-engine training.
Piper Archer III – A staple of general aviation training.
Full AATD simulator suite for scenario-based instrument and procedures training.
30+ Tecnam aircraft deliveries planned through 2027, ensuring ongoing fleet modernization.

Skilled Instructors and Personalized Training

Kilo Charlie boasts a team of 11+ salaried full-time instructors, creating a stable, consistent training environment. Their instructional staff includes experienced CFIs, CFII, MEIs, a Chief Flight Instructor, Director of Maintenance, and a dedicated student success team.

Currently operating under Part 61 authorization, US Aviation Academy's Kansas Flight School offers flexible, high-quality training with customized one-on-one instruction. However, now as a part of US Aviation Academy, they are in the process of pursuing FAA Part 141 certification with self-examining authority, which will offer students access to a more structured training environment and allow for in-house checkrides—eliminating months-long DPE delays.

Strategic Location with Airline Connections

Kansas City is home to major regional airline bases, offering a direct advantage to graduates from this Kansas flight school:

Envoy Air – An American Airlines regional carrier with a base at MCI.
GoJet Airlines – Operates exclusively for United Airlines and is based in Kansas City.
Mesa Airlines – Another United Express carrier with operations in the region.

Both GoJet Airline and Mesa Airlines are official United Aviate partners—making Kansas City one of the most efficient regions in the country for entering the United Aviate program.

United Aviate Eligibility for Kansas City Students

Through US Aviation Academy’s affiliation with United Aviate, Kansas City flight students are eligible to apply for the program upon reaching the following milestones:

United Aviate Program Requirements:

Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate.
Maintain good academic standing and pass background and behavioral evaluations.
Commit to flying with United Aviate-partner regional airlines such as Mesa Airline or GoJet Airline as a stepping stone to United Airlines.

Once accepted, students receive a defined path to a First Officer position at United Airlines, full career mentorship, and early seniority projection while still in training.

Summary: A Kansas Flight School Ready to Launch You Higher

With a modern, expanding fleet, exceptional instructors, and growing access to structured Part 141 curriculum through US Aviation Academy, this Kansas City flight school is primed to take students from discovery flight to airline-ready. Add in direct airline bases in the region and eligibility for United Aviate, and it’s clear why Kilo Charlie at New Century Air Center is now one of the most powerful training launchpads in the Midwest.

Ready to fly? Your cockpit awaits—right here in Kansas City.