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About FLT Academy
Utah's PREMIER FLIGHT School
A step above the rest in safety and instruction.
At FLT Academy, we’re committed to actively supporting and engaging students throughout their flight training—ultimately preparing them for meaningful careers in the aviation industry.
We aim to be a leader in inclusive, high-impact aviation education, strengthening the aviation community not only along the Wasatch Front, but across the country and beyond.
Who is Behind FLT Academy?
Experienced, Dedicated Instructors
Quality Instruction Starts With Quality Instructors
A flight school is only as strong as the instructors who lead it. When choosing where to train, it’s important to ask:
What is the instructor-to-student ratio?
Is my instructor properly certified?
Do they have relevant experience?
Will they be available when I need them?
At FLT Academy, we prioritize exceptional instruction. We maintain a low 1:4 to 1:5 instructor-to-student ratio to ensure personalized attention and consistent progress. Our instructors are carefully selected for their experience, certifications, proficiency, and professionalism, and we continually invest in their training and development.
The time and resources we dedicate to our team reflect our commitment to student success. As one of the nation’s top-rated flight schools, FLT Academy is proud to deliver world-class instruction that sets the foundation for long-term success in aviation.
Meet the FLT Team
FLT Academy staff and instructors don’t just state our values; we live them through dedicated, collective effort. Our values ground our future endeavors and help us realize our mission of being an open-access, comprehensive school. We’re committed to transferring our students from their educational experience to their professional one.
Jason Clark
Chief Executive Officer, Pilot
Tucker Marriot
Chief Operating Officer, Instructor
Mark Faerber
Chief Financial Officer
Steve Gertsch
Chief Flight Instructor
Korey Barber
Human Resources & Financial Aid
Sara Caruso
Crew Scheduling & Dispatch
Bernie Brainich
Crew Scheduling & Dispatch
Joseph Parker
Program Advisor & Enrollment Manager
Maeson Busk
Woods Cross Assistant Chief Pilot
Andrew Hackford
Spanish Fork Assistant Chief Pilot
FLT Academy Values
Learning – We believe learning is dynamic and evolutionary for both students and FLT Academy. We continually challenge ourselves to grow and develop our programs, learning environment, and skills to introduce highly educated pilots to the airline industry.
Professionalism – We believe in mutual respect, integrity in all we do, transparency, and accuracy of communication.
Collaboration – We believe we are better when we work together.
Community – We partner with the aviation community to provide our students with the highest quality educational courses, in turn preparing students for a career in aviation.
Inclusivity – We seek to cultivate an environment of respect and empathy, advanced by diverse cultures and perspectives.
Efficiency – We continually strive to find a balance between content, time, cost, and the value provided to the student.
Innovation – We value fresh thinking and encourage the energy of new ideas and initiatives.
Integrity – We seek to do the right thing all the time and provide unbridled service to our students.
Safety – We believe safety in the classroom and all stages of flight training is paramount and that it is not acceptable to sacrifice safety for profit.
Trust – We build trust by working together in good faith and goodwill to fulfill the school’s mission.
Utah’s Preferred Flight Training SCHOOL
Do you have aspirations to become a professional pilot?
FLT Academy’s team of experienced aviation professionals and fleet of over 60 aircraft operate across two campuses along the Wasatch Front, Woods Cross and Spanish Fork. With plans to double our fleet in the coming years, we’re expanding our ability to serve more students without compromising on access or quality.
These campuses have been the starting point for hundreds of success stories, launching students into careers with regional and major airlines. Whether you’re exploring aviation for the first time or looking for a structured career-track program, we invite you to schedule a consultation and see what’s possible at FLT Academy.
Examining Authority
As of 2024, FLT Academy has reached a new milestone—obtaining FAA Examining Authority.
This designation reflects our commitment to delivering the highest quality flight training and certification experience. Students benefit from a more efficient and supportive process, completing their pilot evaluations in-house with FLT Academy’s Chief or Assistant Chief Flight Instructors rather than relying on external examiners – saving weeks or even months of delays waiting on a checkride.
Experience the difference of earning your certifications in a familiar training environment, guided by the same team that supported you from day one.
Choosing the Right Flight School
At the end of the day, a good flight academy lends you the tools you need to achieve your goals as painlessly and safely as possible.
At each FLT Academy aviation school, we offer the right tools and prioritize safety for our students who are looking for the best flight training experience to kickstart their dream careers. We strive to offer not just the best flight training in Utah, but the safest. Come see for yourself what puts FLT a step above the rest.
Safety is Our Priority
FLT Academy’s #1 priority is safety. Without safe instruction and training, FLT Academy can’t succeed.
All of our airplanes are held to the strictest safety standards and are regularly maintained to both meet and exceed FAA requirements. Our maintenance is done in-house by a team of Utah’s best aircraft mechanics. In-house maintenance ensures that we can hold the strictest tolerances on parts.
Each plane is inspected at least every 50 flight hours to ensure safe operations. All flight instructors go through weekly training to ensure safe, quality instruction. FLT Academy operates a Safety Management System (SMS) to ensure every branch of FLT Academy is being continually monitored for progress in safety.
Our SMS includes different programs that are designed to identify, address, and prevent potential problems. Current safety programs at FLT Academy include the Aviation Safety Action Program (ASAP), and Safety Concern Reporting (SCR).
Let’s get your career off the ground
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