Learn to fly in Alaska where you can experience more flight environments than in any other state. As well as changing topography and seasons, we also have actual soft and short field runways for learning on.

Based at Fairbanks International Airport, you will become comfortable flying in controlled airspace. Airports located in class D, E and G airspace as well as a TRSA service provide a complete training environment. Class G airspace is only minutes away allowing for some of the most unique float flying in the USA.

Light Sport training in an Ercoupe 415C

Private Pilot lessons in a Cessna 152 or Ercoupe 415.

Instrument training in a Cessna 152.

Earn both your high performance and complex ratings together in our classic Navion L-17A.

Commercial training in a Navion L-17A and  Cessna 152.

Professional flight training provided by Forest Kirst CFII, A&P, B.Ed., M.S., M.M..

In addition to being a Certified Flight Instructor Instrument, I have a background in public and private education, having taught grades 7-12 and college level.  As a professional educator I am trained to understand individuals' different learning styles and work with each student in a manner suited to their needs.  My students are treated in a courteous and professional manner. I have taught pilots from as far as Columbia and Japan. 

Previously I was Chief Pilot for LiDARUS where I performed low-level terrain following mapping missions. Currently I provide commercial services to  the science community and I am also a Flight Instructor for Arctic Flying Club.

While most schools' instructors are building time in order to move into a commercial flying job, I have combined my two careers, flying and instructing, as a Professional Flight Instructor. The benefits to my students are that I want to be in the right seat and enjoy passing on the joy of flying. I understand the highs and lows of learning a new skill and art form, and will work with you to see your goals fulfilled. My business is flying for my company and my students.

In addition to flight training, I work closely with Arctic Aviation, one of Alaska's leading maintenance facilities. Our aircraft are maintained to the highest standards.