Welcome to Dakota Flight Center

Learn to FLY with us at Dakota Flight Center. We are an independent FAA Part 61 aviation training school that strives in rewarding experiences for our students. We would be honored to have you take flight with us!

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Take your first Discovery Flight with us!

Here at Dakota Flight Center, we accommodate to your schedule. Whether it is the morning, evening, or weekend training, we strive to eliminate conflicts with work and school.

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About Us

We are an independent FAA Part 61 aviation training school that strives in rewarding experiences for our students.

Training Fleet

Our fleet includes: Cessna 182RG, Piper Cub, Piper Warrior, and Super Decathlon. Do you own a plane? It may be possible to train in your aircraft, saving you money!

Flexible Training

We work one-on-one and in small groups providing flexibility to match your schedule, learning style, and training budget. We accommodate morning, evening, and weekend training, eliminating conflicts with work and school.

Flight Training

We provide Private Pilot, Instrument Rating, Multi-Engine Rating, and Commercial Pilot training. Obtaining these certificates is a huge milestone in your aviation journey! We want to be there every step of the way.

Aircraft Care

Our aircraft are maintained to precision standards by experienced A&P mechanics on the field at Mitchell, with 24/7 access and fueling.

Training

Dakota Flight Center offers FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Part 61 training.

Private Pilot

Becoming a certified pilot is an incredibly rewarding experience. Whether you’re interested in travel for family, business trips, or starting an aviation career, the first step is earning your Private Pilot Certificate.

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Instrument Rating

Earning an instrument rating is guaranteed to be one of the most challenging, rewarding, and fun projects a pilot takes on during a lifetime in aviation. It is a natural progression to obtain your instrument rating after you obtain your Private Pilot Certificate. With your instrument rating, you will be far less limited by adverse weather conditions.

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Multi-Engine Rating

Obtaining your Multi-Engine Add-on is a milestone as a pilot! This certificate provides you the ability to fly aircraft with advance capabilities and performance. Many multi-engine pilots pursue careers as Charter Pilots and with corporate flight departments that require this skill.

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Commercial Pilot

Obtaining your Commercial Pilot Certificate is a milestone! As a Commercial Pilot, you can fly for compensation and for hire. This certificate provides you the ability to fly people and cargo in a variety of capacities. Many commercial pilots pursue careers as Certified Flight Instructors, Charter Pilots, and with corporate flight departments.

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Tailwheel

Flying a tailwheel requires a pilot to develop superior stick-and-rudder skills, especially during takeoff and landing phases. This is because tailwheel aircraft tend to be much less forgiving than nose-wheel aircraft with substandard technique. Enjoy the nostalgia of how flight originated with this rating!

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Instructor Rating

Dakota Flight Center offers CFI, CFII, and MEI Instructor Ratings. The job market is very strong for flight instructors locally and across the nation.

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Our Aircraft

All rates subject to change. Rates include fuel. If you own a plane, it may be possible to train in your aircraft, saving you money on rental costs.

Cessna 182 RG

Piper Cherokee Warrior

Gulfstream GA-7 Gruman Cougar

J3 Piper Cub

American Legend

American Legend Cub

Helicopter

Testimonials

See what our customers say about us!

Jordan Beukelman

Customer

Great friendly Staff and an amazing new facility. I would recommend Dakota Flight to anyone.

Rebecca Feickert Rink

Customer

DFC is a great organization of excellent instructors in a beautiful facility. It's obvious these instructors are truly invested in the success of their students.

Austen Iverson

Customer

Knowledgeable pilots, dependable aircraft & a great service. Looking forward to working with Dakota Flight more in the future. Great addition to Mitchell.

Todd Priebe

Customer

Come and learn how to fly or build your current rating. Or if you just need a ride let Dakota Flight know all types of options.