All American Aviation Services

What All American Aviation Services does

All American Aviation Services (AAAS) is a service-disabled Veteran-owned flight training operator founded in 2011, headquartered in Hanover, North Carolina. The company delivers FAA-approved Part 141 and Part 61 pilot certification courses across five North Carolina locations (Fayetteville/KFAY, Wilmington/KILM, Shallotte/60J, Jacksonville/OAJ, and Richlands/KOAJ). Its core offerings span the full training pathway from discovery flights and Private Pilot Certificate through Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Multi-Engine Rating, and Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) programs, plus a specialized Rotor-to-Wings Transition program that converts helicopter pilots into fixed-wing commercial candidates in approximately 90 days. The company also rents aircraft to licensed pilots on hourly wet/dry terms.

AAAS operates a Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) fleet equipped with glass cockpit and EFIS avionics, anchored by Cessna C172 Skyhawks as the primary trainer, supplemented by Piper PA-28, Piper PA-28R, Cirrus SR20, and Cessna 150 aircraft. Curriculum is delivered through Jeppesen-certified syllabi and Gleim online ground school, while FAA knowledge test prep is supported via Sheppard Air. The company is a Liberty University Flight Training Affiliate and has established a pathway partnership with GoJet Airlines to channel rotor-transition graduates into regional airline employment.

Revenue is generated through three primary streams: hourly flight training services ($175–$260/hr depending on aircraft and training status), hourly aircraft rental ($155–$280/hr wet/dry), and VA-approved GI Bill reimbursements for eligible veteran students (Post-9/11 covers up to 100% with direct school payment). Climb Credit provides third-party student financing. Pricing is uniformly usage-based with published hourly rates, and the customer base is fragmented across recreational student pilots, professional-track career students, military and civilian helicopter pilots in transition, and veterans using educational benefits.

Name

All American Aviation Services

Legal name

All American Aviation Services

Website

https://aaavn.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2011

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

All American Aviation Services is a service-disabled Veteran-owned FAA-certified flight school operating five North Carolina locations, providing Part 141/61 pilot training from private pilot through airline transport, including a rotor-to-wings transition program for military and civilian helicopter pilots seeking airline careers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Flight Training Services

NAICS

Flight Training (611512)

akta.pro primary industry

Aviation & Aerospace (EDABALAC)

Keywords

• Pilot training services
• Flight school programs
• Aircraft rental services
• Aviation education
• FAA Part 141 training

Headquarters

HQ city

Hanover

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Flight Training Services: Revenue from FAA-approved flight training programs including private pilot certificate, instrument rating, commercial pilot, flight instructor, and rotor-to-wings transition courses. Training rates range from $175-$260/hour depending on aircraft type and training status.
2. Aircraft Rental: Hourly aircraft rental generating recurring usage-based revenue. Wet rates (with fuel) range $199.99-$280/hour, dry rates $155-$199/hour, and training rates $175-$260/hour depending on aircraft type.
3. VA Educational Benefits Processing: Department of Veterans Affairs approved training provider receiving direct payment for GI Bill covered training. Montgomery GI Bill provides 60% student reimbursement; Post-9/11 GI Bill covers up to 100% paid directly to the school.
4. Third-Party Financing: Partnership with Climb Credit offers financing solutions to qualified students, generating referral revenue and enabling higher enrollment conversion.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

All American Aviation Services (AAAS) operates FAA Part 141 and Part 61 certified flight training programs across five North Carolina locations, offering a vertically integrated pathway from discovery flights through Private Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, Multi-Engine Rating, Certified Flight Instructor, and specialized Rotor-to-Wings Transition training. The company supplements flight training with hourly aircraft rental services on its fleet of Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) and provides VA-approved GI Bill billing for eligible veterans.

Product overview

All American Aviation Services (AAAS) is a service-disabled Veteran owned flight training company founded in 2011, offering a comprehensive portfolio of pilot training services through FAA approved Part 141 and Part 61 programs. The company provides a vertically integrated training pathway from discovery flights through professional pilot certification, including Private Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot, and Certified Flight Instructor programs. AAAS operates a modern fleet of Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA) with glass cockpit and EFIS avionics, including Cessna C172 (primary trainer), Piper PA-28, Piper PA-28R, Cirrus SR20, and Cessna 150. The company offers specialized programs such as the Rotor to Wings Transition for helicopter pilots seeking fixed-wing careers, aircraft rental with wet/dry rates, and VA benefits support for military veterans using GI Bill. Training locations operate in Fayetteville, NC (KFAY), Wilmington, NC (KILM), and Shallotte/Jacksonville, NC (60J/OAJ). AAAS is a Liberty University Flight Training Affiliate and partners with airline carriers for career pathways.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Discovery Flights Introductory flying sessions allowing prospective students to experience aviation with a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), where participants can pilot the aircraft under direct supervision. Bookable online through FlightCircle at each location.
• Private Pilot Certificate Program FAA Part 141 certified course providing foundational pilot training, requiring minimum 35 flight hours and 35 ground school hours, leading to a Private Pilot License. Available to domestic and international students with student visa support.
• Instrument Rating Course Training enabling pilots to fly in adverse weather conditions under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR), requiring minimum 35 flight hours and 30 theory hours, covering VOR, GPS, ILS, and NDB approaches. Uses Jeppesen certified curriculum.
• Ground School Prepares students for FAA Private Pilot exam using Gleim Aviation Online Ground School, a self-directed study course with Knowledge Transfer Systems designed to pass FAA knowledge tests.
• Rotor to Wings Transition Program Specialized transition training pathway for helicopter pilots (military and civilian) to become fixed-wing airline pilots, offering Fixed Wing Private Pilot License, Instrument Rating, and Commercial Multi-Engine License in approximately 90 days. Program costs range from $3,000 to $30,000 depending on experience level and FAA certificates.
• Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) Program Instructor Academy preparing students for FAA instructor certificates including Ground Instructor, CFI, CFII, MEI, and CFI Helicopter ratings.
• Aircraft Rental Aircraft rental services with wet, dry, and training rates for Cessna C172 (Wet $199.99/hr, Dry $155/hr, Training $175/hr), Cirrus SR20 (Wet $280/hr, Dry $199/hr, Training $260/hr), Piper PA-28R and Piper PA-28 (Wet $209.99/hr, Dry $165/hr, Training $185/hr). Active duty military and veteran discounts available.
• VA Benefits / GI Bill Pilot Training Department of Veterans Affairs approved flight training allowing eligible students to use Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30) or Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) for pilot training costs. Post-9/11 GI Bill covers up to 100% paid directly to the school; Montgomery GI Bill provides 60% student reimbursement. Covers courses including Instrument Rating, Commercial Single Engine, Flight Instructor, Multi-Engine, and Airline Transport Pilot.
• Commercial Pilot Course Commercial pilot certification training for single engine and multi-engine aircraft.
• Multi-Engine Rating Rating program for pilots to operate multi-engine aircraft, supporting progression to airline career pathways.

Quantifiable outcome

• Rotor transition to professional fixed-wing flight in as little as 90 days
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Liberty UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLiberty University Flight Training Affiliate (FTA) partnership providing students with access to world-class flight training while pursuing academic and career goals. AAAS combines Liberty's strong academic foundation with hands-on professional flight instruction to prepare the next generation of aviators.
• GoJet AirlinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAirline partnership providing pathways for rotor transition program graduates to employment at regional airlines with paths to major carriers. Rotor-to-wings program specifically designed to meet airline pilot hiring requirements.
• JeppesencoreTechnology or IntegrationIndustry-leading Jeppesen certified training program and syllabus used for instrument rating and commercial pilot courses, ensuring standardized high-quality curriculum aligned with FAA requirements.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Thrust Flight: Texas-based Part 141 flight school with structured career pilot programs and modern fleet. Comparable on Part 141 certified career-track offering, TAA fleet, and accelerated program structure.
• ATP Flight School: Largest US Part 141 flight training chain with multi-state coverage. Directly comparable to AAAS on Part 141 certification, TAA fleet, airline pathway programs, and structured career-track pilot training — the primary scale competitor in the same product category.
• Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology: Aviation-focused college offering integrated flight training programs leading to FAA certifications. Comparable to AAAS on the aviation-degree-plus-flight-training pathway and career-pilot orientation.
• Epic Flight Academy: Multi-location Part 141 flight school offering Private Pilot through ATP with international student visa support. Comparable to AAAS on regulatory model, structured training tracks, and aircraft fleet mix.

Broad incumbents

• FlightSafety International: Large incumbent aviation training provider (part of Berkshire Hathaway) operating flight training centers and simulators for professional pilots. Comparable on advanced/specialized pilot training but at a broader, more corporate scale and not a direct Part 141 entry-level competitor.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Premier aviation university with integrated flight training at multiple campuses. Comparable to AAAS as a combined academic-flight-training pathway, but at much larger institutional scale with degree-granting authority.
• CAE: Global aviation training leader including CAE Pilot Training and ab-Initio programs for major airlines. Comparable as a flight training provider at much larger scale; relevant for understanding how the industry professionalizes pilot supply chains that AAAS feeds into.

Others

• GoJet Airlines: Regional airline partner (United Express/Delta Connection) that hires AAAS rotor-to-wings graduates. Relevant as an off-taker of AAAS's training output and as a structural signal of demand from the regional carrier segment.
• Climb Credit: Specialty financing provider for career-training programs including flight school tuition. Comparable as an ecosystem enabler whose student-lending product expands AAAS's addressable student pool.
• Liberty University (Flight Training Affiliate program): Academic partner that refers degree-seeking aviation students to AAAS for flight hour completion. Listed as a peer because the FTA relationship defines AAAS's primary enrollment channel and competitive positioning relative to other FTA-affiliated schools.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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