As 2025 comes to a close, Hawkins Flight Academy reflects on a year filled with growth, exciting milestones, and memorable experiences. From student achievements to fleet expansions, let’s take a look at some of the highlights that made this year extraordinary.

Student Achievements

This year, countless students reached significant milestones, earning their Private Pilot and Instrument Ratings. Their dedication and perseverance are a testament to the quality of training and guidance at Hawkins Flight Academy.

Fleet Expansions and New Aircraft

Hawkins Flight Academy is committed to providing the best training aircraft for students. We welcomed N693HA a Piper Cherokee PA-28-140. This legacy aircraft, with slightly modernized avionics including WAAS GPS, Moving Map GI175, and ADS-B in & out, gives students invaluable experience flying in the clouds and mastering traditional navigation.

Our fleet grew even more with N694HA, a brand-new RV-12! These modern, two-seat, single-engine low-wing planes are perfect for student training and mark the first of six RV-12s joining our fleet over the next year. Combining advanced performance with student-friendly design, these aircraft represent the future of flight training at Hawkins.

Preparing Students for All Types of Flying

By offering both modern technologically advanced aircraft and classic legacy planes, Hawkins ensures that our students are ready for a wide range of aviation scenarios. Whether learning in the RV-12 or navigating with the Cherokee, students develop confidence, skill, and adaptability.

Looking Ahead to 2026

As we move into 2026, Hawkins Flight Academy is excited to continue expanding our fleet, enhancing training programs, and supporting students in achieving their aviation dreams. With every lesson and every aircraft, we’re preparing the next generation of skilled, confident pilots.

Explore our training programs, book a Discovery Flight, or enroll in a Private Pilot or Instrument Rating course today and take the first step toward your aviation goals.