Flight school near West Plains, MO
Ozark Aero Flight and Training trains pilots from West Plains and Southern Missouri at Mountain View Airport (7M2) in Arkansas, just under two hours to the south. It’s a Part 61 school offering one-on-one Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, CFI and CFII training, plus flight reviews, IPCs and aircraft rental. Your first lesson is a $149 Discovery Flight.
- To
- 7M2 · Mountain View Airport
- Drive
- Just under two hours south across the state line
West Plains to the field.
Just under two hours south across the state line from West Plains — the only part of the trip that happens on the ground.
Why Southern Missouri pilots train in the Arkansas Ozarks
Training is built around your goals, not a one-size-fits-all academy program — useful when you are planning trips down to fly.
Loaner vehicles are available when needed, and fuel is on the field at 7M2.
Rated pilots can fly in for flight reviews, IPCs and endorsements.
West Plains → 7M2 · Mountain View Airport
Directions from West Plains →Flight training for West Plains students
A Discovery Flight is $149; training beyond that is quoted for your goals, and how often you fly is the biggest cost factor.
- 01 Private Pilot LicenseWhere most students begin — the certificate that lets you fly yourself, friends and family, and the foundation of everything after.
- 02 Instrument Rating (IFR)Fly by reference to instruments and in the clouds — the rating that makes you a safer, more capable pilot in any weather.
- 03 Commercial Pilot License (CPL)The certificate that lets you fly for compensation — the step from pilot to professional.
The training area West Plains students learn over.
Every lesson flies from Mountain View Airport (7M2) over the Ozarks — just under two hours south across the state line from West Plains.
Flight training near West Plains: common questions
Something else about training from West Plains? Call 254-316-0950.
How far is Ozark Aero from West Plains?
Just under two hours by car, south across the Arkansas line. We’re at Mountain View Airport (7M2), 1501 Airport Ln, Mountain View, AR 72560.
Can I fly in for a flight review?
Yes. Mountain View Airport has a 4,502-ft paved runway and self-service fuel. Call 254-316-0950 to set up a flight review or IPC.
Do I need experience to start?
No. Most students start with no flying experience at all. Your first lesson is a $149 Discovery Flight with an instructor beside you.
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