Basic Information

Make this the year that you make your aviation dreams come true, whether you want to be a recreational pilot flying single-engine aircraft, or an airline pilot flying jets, Butler Aircraft Services' Flight Instruction is here to help you achieve your goals.

Establish Your Goals

Before you start flight training, you should establish your flying goals and have a general understanding about the basics of flight training. Read More >>

Part 61 vs. 141

Choosing a flight school that meets your individual needs, educational and career goals is not an easy task and is an important decision to make. We know that everyone learns differently and at different paces. That's why we are a Part 61 Flight School, allowing your training to be tailored for you. Learn about the difference >>

Getting Started

Once you've understand the basics of flight training, and decide that a part 61 flight school is best for you, give us a call and set up a Discovery Flight, where you can go flying with a flight instructor for half an hour and discover whether flying is something you really want to persue or not.

You will be required to have a third class medical before you can solo. Before you can recieve your license, you have to take a knowledge test. We do not offer a ground school, but we do have available private pilot home study guides. If you should choose this method, you can study on your own and take a knowledge test with the FAA or FAA designee. Central Oregon Community College occasionally offers a ground school class. From time to time weekend ground school classes are offered in the Portland area. After receiving your knowledge test report, you have two years to complete your check ride with the FAA or FAA designee.

The Following Doctors Are Certified To Provide FAA Medical Exams
Dr. Jerry Bass	+1 (541) 923-5398
Dr. Detwiler	+1 (541) 548-2164