Flight Training Blog
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Hawkins Flight Academy
Aug 19, 2025
Ready to Fly? Your Friendly Guide to Getting Started with Hawkins Flight Academy
Thinking about becoming a pilot? Hawkins Flight Academy is here to help you take your first steps into the world of aviation.
Hawkins Flight Academy
Oct 30, 2024
Forging a Path to an Aviation Scholarship
From seeking recommendations to writing essays, here’s what you need to know about applying for flight training scholarships.
Hawkins Flight Academy
Oct 20, 2024
Hawkins Adventure Flight: A Cross-Country Journey from TN to NY
Experience the thrill of an adventure flight with Hawkins Flight Academy as we fly from Shelbyville, TN, to upstate New York, exploring aviation history and breathtaking landscapes.
Hawkins Flight Academy
Oct 7, 2024
Passenger Lands King Air with Ground Pilot Guidance
A passenger with no flight experience successfully landed a King Air in Bakersfield, California with radio guidance from pilots on the ground.
Flying Magazine
Oct 2, 2024
FAA Removes Expiration Date from CFI Certificates
The FAA has removed the expiration date from Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) certificates. While the date is gone, instructors still need to stay current through regular activity-based renewals.
Hawkins Flight
Oct 1, 2024
Music City STOL 2024 Lands in Nashville!
Mark your calendar for Music City STOL 2024 on October 11–12 at Gallatin Municipal Airport. We're proud to sponsor this exciting aviation event hosted by Chad Hall.
Hawkins Flight Academy
Jul 30, 2024
Pilots on Ground Coach Passenger in Landing King Air
A passenger successfully lands a King Air in Bakersfield, California, with remote guidance from pilots on the ground.
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