Our Training Options
Private Pilot Training
Earning this license marks the beginning of your piloting career. Prepare to spend 4 – 6 months with a flight instructor learning the fundamentals of safe flying. Feel confident in your training for your flying career. East Pine Aviation can jump-start your journey right away.
Instrument Rating Training
Adding this rating to your pilot’s license is an investment worth making. It enhances your piloting abilities and grants you privileges that allow you to utilize the capabilities of your aircraft fully. Discuss the best way to complete this training with one of our instructors.
Sightseeing Tours
Experience the thrill of flight with East Pine Aviation, your premier choice for sightseeing tours in East Texas. Covering Tyler, Longview, Smith County, and Gregg County, we offer an unparalleled view of East Texas. Soar above lakes, forests, and towns, capturing breathtaking views and unforgettable memories. Whether it's a special occasion or an adventurous day out, our sightseeing tours provide a unique perspective of the region's natural beauty.
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Online Ground School
Our computer-based programs help you train optimally.
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Affordable Rates for Flight Lessons
- Instructors: $65/ hr
- Airplanes: $180/ hr
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Quality Airplanes
We supply professionally maintained airplanes that you can trust.
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Experienced Flight Instructors
Our experienced instructors operate quality airplanes.
What Our Satisfied Trainees and Customers Are Saying
Absolutely awesome experience here. Already had my PPL when I found these guys but renting from this place is always a breeze. Their airplane is a little older, but runs like a top and flies like a champ. Hard to find anything in East Texas that offers the sky to people at a more affordable rate than what you get at East Pine. Highly recommend giving them a shot if you are looking to earn your wings or even just get in the air for a bit. Will definitely be back!!!
- Joshua F.
I’ve been training with EPA staff for over 6 months and am close to my Private Pilot. Over time I plan to continue here through instrument.
David is professional and looks out for the safety of the pilot. Specifically, he’s interested in you learning how to fly a plane (safely) - not just how to perform a series of actions that lead to flight.
Highly recommend reaching out or calling and seeing if there might be a fit for your aviation journey!
~ Lauren T.
Great company with even better personnel! Would highly recommend East Pine to anyone looking for the highest quality flight training in East Texas. I completed my instrument rating with David and am completely satisfied with the training I received. He is professional and disciplined, yet personable and gentle, all of which are important qualities that separate the top aviation professionals from the average pilot.
~ Aleco S.