Flight training at Hawkins Flight Academy Tupelo, Mississippi campus

Tupelo, MS Campus

Train at Tupelo Regional Airport (KTUP): controlled airspace, the country's largest RV-12 fleet, and zero wasted time on the tarmac.

Student pilot training in the Redbird flight simulator at Hawkins Flight Academy Tupelo, MS

Tupelo Regional Airport (KTUP)

More Air Time.
Less Waiting.

Training at a congested metro airport means you spend your hard-earned lesson time sitting in a queue instead of flying. At Tupelo Regional Airport (KTUP), you get immediate access to uncongested, controlled airspace, so every lesson puts maximum hours in your logbook.

Our Tupelo campus is home to the country's largest RV-12 fleet, equipped with modern Garmin G3X glass cockpits and GFC 500 autopilot. You train in the same technically advanced aircraft that employers and airlines expect you to know from day one.

Largest RV-12 Fleet in the Country

Unrivaled aircraft availability means your training keeps moving — no waiting on the schedule because a plane is tied up.

Garmin G3X Glass Cockpit

Every aircraft features a modern glass cockpit with Garmin G3X displays, so you build airline-ready avionics skills from your very first lesson.

Controlled Airspace, Without the Chaos

KTUP is a controlled airport with a working tower — giving you real ATC experience without the crushing delays of a major metro hub.

Fixed-Price Programs — No Hourly Surprises

As a 2026 AOPA® Distinguished Flight School, we offer transparent program pricing so you know your total investment before you ever set foot in a cockpit.

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Redbird flight simulator at Hawkins Flight Academy Tupelo Mississippi campus

Advanced Simulation Training

Practice Smarter.
Fly Safer.

Our Tupelo campus features FAA-approved Redbird flight simulators — the same technology used by major aviation training centers. Sim hours let you rehearse procedures, master emergency scenarios, and build instrument proficiency in a zero-risk environment, so when you're in the real aircraft, you're already prepared.

FAA-Approved Redbird Simulators

Log credit-eligible simulator hours that count toward your certificate — reducing your overall training cost.

Practice Emergencies Without Risk

Engine failures, instrument emergencies, and crosswind landings — rehearse the unexpected before it ever happens in real life.

Accelerate Instrument Proficiency

Build solid IFR fundamentals in the sim before taking them to the actual aircraft, shortening your path to an Instrument Rating.

Available for Both Students and Aircraft Owners

Whether you're enrolled in a program or just want to sharpen existing skills, our simulators are available for ongoing training.

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Student flying a discovery flight at Hawkins Flight Academy Tupelo, MS

Our Flight Training Programs

Your Pilot Career Starts in Tupelo

Whether you want your Private Pilot License or are aiming for an airline seat, our Tupelo campus gives you the modern aircraft, expert instructors, and structured programs to get there on your timeline.

Country's largest RV-12 fleet
Garmin G3X glass cockpit aircraft
FAA-approved Redbird simulators
2026 AOPA® Distinguished Flight School
Fixed-price programs — no hourly guesswork
Serving Oxford, Starkville, Columbus, Huntsville & beyond

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Your Journey Begins Here

How to Become a Certified Pilot

Request a Discovery Flight: Experience your first time in the cockpit. Take a trial flight with a certified instructor to see if flying is your true calling. No commitment—just pure sky.
Meet the team: Get to know your flight crew and mentors. Our instructors and staff are here to support you from day one. Ask questions, share your goals, and start building your aviation community.
Enroll: Secure your seat in the program. Complete the enrollment process, choose your course schedule, and receive your student pilot materials.
Start your Pilot Career: Begin flight training and ground school. From pre-flight checks to solo flights, this is where your training officially begins. You're now on your way to becoming a licensed pilot.