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For pilots who dream of taking flight in larger, more powerful aircraft, a multi-engine rating might be the key! This valuable pilot qualification unlocks a world of possibilities, allowing you to fly airplanes with two or more engines. Earning your multi-engine rating expands your skillset, opens doors to exciting career opportunities, and lets you experience… Continue reading Unlocking New Horizons: The Multi-Engine Rating Explained

The dream of soaring through the skies has captivated people for centuries. That dream is our student’s reality with flight instruction in Bend, Oregon. Leading Edge Flight Academy (LEFA), in partnership with Central Oregon Community College (COCC), offers a comprehensive flight training program designed to help you experience the thrill of flight and achieve the… Continue reading Get Comfortable in the Air With Flight Instruction in Bend, Oregon

Harnessing the benefits of your GI Bill® for helicopter school is a fantastic way to maximize the entitlements of your military service and pursue an exhilarating career in aviation. At Leading Edge Flight Academy, we provide our students with thorough guidance on the different paths available, ensuring they are well-equipped to make a decision that… Continue reading Get the Lowdown on Using Your GI Bill® for Helicopter School

Since its inception in 2005, Leading Edge Flight Academy (LEFA) in Bend, OR, has consistently raised the standards in the aviation industry. Built on a robust history of commercial helicopter operations, our flight instruction provides a unique perspective that sets us apart from other flight schools. As we look back on our roots, we are… Continue reading History of LEFA in Bend: Experts in Flight Instruction Since 2005

Helicopter pilots are in high demand across industries. That’s partly due to the increase in industries seeking to employ them (utility and gas, medical, firefighting) colliding with a known shortage created by retirement, the cost of flight training, and shifting regulatory requirements. Leading Edge Flight Academy wants to change that. We started as a helicopter… Continue reading Our Helicopter Flight Lessons in Bend Train Tomorrow’s Pilots