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ERIE’S QUALITY
FLIGHT TRAINING
PROVIDER

Now Providing Both Part 141 and Part 61 Flight Training Out of the Erie International Airport

 
 

QUALITY, AFFORDABILITY, AND SAFETY

We offer high-quality flight training at Erie International Airport, covering everything from private pilot to commercial, as well as advanced certifications like multi-engine and CFI.

723+

Students we have served

7,650+

Flight hours

8

Aircraft

 
Training Aircraft parked on tarmac outside Fundamentals Flight Training at the Erie International Airport

The Cessna 150...
The Standard In Flight Training

The Cessna 150 has been a staple in aviation training for decades. This reliable and fuel-efficient airframe provides for one of the safest and most effective training experiences while keeping costs reasonable. Cessna 150’s are a pleasure to fly and help students quickly learn the FUNDAMENTALS of flying!

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Full glass cockpit with autopilot Technologically Advanced Aircraft (TAA)

Modern Instrument Training

Our Technically Advanced Aircraft ‘Rosie’ is equipped with a brand new full glass panel and autopilot. Our Piper Tomahawk and Piper Arrow are well equipped with a modern Garmin 650 touch screen GPS and a Garmin 175 GPS respectively, these aircraft aid greatly in the instrument and commercial learning process.

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“Fundamental Flight was my path to Private Pilot. Professionally run with exceptional caring instructors who work to bring out your best. If your thinking about learning to fly, don’t hesitate to set up a meeting and discovery fight, you won’t regret it!!!”

- Jim Bahm

“Fundamentals has distinguished instructors that continue to keep flying fun and safe. Thanks to their teachings, I was able to test for my private license as soon as I hit 40 hours.”

- Sam Forehand

“Life changing! You can become a pilot as a civilian with no military experience! Book the discovery flight today, you will not regret it. Thank you Dave and Vandan for this opportunity!!”

- Derek and Carlie Brown

MEET OUR INSTRUCTORS

  • David Benson, Certified Flight Instructor and owner of Fundamentals Flight Training, smiling in the cockpit during flight over Erie, PA.

    David Benson, CFI & Owner

  • Matthew (Sam) Conley, Chief Flight Instructor at Fundamentals Flight Training and retired airline pilot with over 30,000 flight hours, standing indoors in professional attire.

    Sam Conley, CFII/MEI, Chief Flight Instructor

  • Devon Natalie, part-time flight instructor at Fundamentals Flight Training and corporate commercial pilot, smiling in the cockpit wearing a headset and sunglasses while making a shaka hand gesture.

    Devon Natalie, CFII/MEI, Chief Flight Instructor

  • Andriy Omelchenko, CFII flight instructor at Fundamentals Flight Training, standing next to a training aircraft on a clear day, ready for flight instruction.

    Andriy Omelchenko, CFII

  • Bryan Loomis, Chief Flight Instructor and CFII at Fundamentals Flight Training, sitting in a commercial airplane cockpit, sharing his extensive aeronautical knowledge with students.

    Bryan Loomis, CFII

  • Ross Hesselgesser, CFII flight instructor at Fundamentals Flight Training, smiling next to a small private jet on a sunny airport tarmac, ready for flight instruction.

    Ross Hesselgesser, CFII

  • Jungsu Ou, CFII

  • Edrick Baez, flight instructor at Fundamentals Flight Training, smiling in a cockpit wearing headphones and sunglasses while preparing for flight instruction.

    Edrick Baez, CFI

  • Ben Huck, CFII flight instructor at Fundamentals Flight Training, smiling in a cockpit with digital flight instruments, preparing for flight instruction.

    Benjamin Huck, CFII

  • Andrew Brissette, CFII flight instructor at Fundamentals Flight Training and U.S. military, sitting on the ladder of a fighter jet aircraft at an airfield, ready for flight instruction.

    Andrew Brissette, CFII

LIMITED TIME OFFER

Take a Discovery Flight for only $150

Take a flight with one of our instructors to learn what flying is all about! Use this time to ask questions and take the yoke to see if flying is right for you. This one-hour training flight counts toward your required hours for your Private Pilot Certificate.

Please note: this offer is only available for students.

 

Are you ready to get started?

All levels of flight training

  • Cessna 172, the premier flight training aircraft at Fundamentals Flight Training, parked on a flat desert-like surface with mountains in the background.

    Private Pilot

    Your Private Pilots Certificate is your first step in aviation. Once earned you will be able to take to the skys on your own.

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  • Cloudy sky representing instrument flight conditions, promoting Instrument Rating training at Fundamentals Flight Training in Erie, PA.

    Instrument Rating

    An Instrument Flight Rating certifies pilots to fly and navigate through clouds and in inclement weather by use of instruments rather than visual ground reference..

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  • Commercial airplane flying above the clouds, illustrating the successful outcome of Commercial Pilot training at Fundamentals Flight Training in Erie, PA.

    Commercial Pilot

    Becoming a commercial pilot allows you to start earning an income from flying. This is also the first step in becoming an Air Transport Pilot.

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  • Pilots in a cockpit preparing to land, with runway visible through the windshield and aircraft controls and navigation screens, illustrating CFI and CFII training at Fundamentals Flight Training in Erie, PA.

    Certified Flight Instructor

    Becoming a CFI or CFII allows you to provide Instruction, build flight experience while being paid, and develop your own flying skills and knowledge.

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  • White twin-engine propeller airplane taxiing on the runway with tree-covered hills and partly cloudy sky, representing Multi Engine Rating flight training at Fundamentals Flight Training in Erie, PA.

    Multi Engine Rating

    A multi engine rating allows you to operate airplanes with more than one engine, which includes a wide range of commercial and private aircraft.

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  • White quadcopter drone flying over a green forested landscape with a camera mounted underneath, representing Commercial Drone 107 training at Fundamentals Flight Training in Erie, PA

    Commercial Drone

    Allows you to legally fly drones for business, from aerial photography to surveying and deliveries. Get certified fast and start turning your passion into profit!

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  • Pilot logbook, pen, slide rule, and aeronautical chart on a table, representing Virtual Aviation Tutoring available nationwide from Fundamentals Flight Training.

    Aviation Tutoring

    Our expert aviation tutoring provides personalized guidance to help you ace your exams, build confidence, and achieve your dreams of becoming a pilot!

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