Flight Training at Higher Levels
Start your Aviation Dream
About Harborside Aviation
Learn to fly with the experts at Harborside Aviation. A premier flight school
located at Punta Gorda Airport. We offer a variety of training programs, as
well as individual courses fully customizable to suit your specific needs.
Harborside Aviation is proudly owned by Jake Flumerfelt. An experienced
flight instructor and airline captain with over 25 years and 12,000 flight hours
experience. He has a background from the top aviation universities including
Emry-Riddle Aeronautical University and Western Michigan University
College of Aviation. Currently an Airbus 320 Captain operating for Allegiant
Air out of KPGD.
Ready to launch your aviation career or dream? Would you like to be trained
by a real pilot? Contact us or email for details- financing options available.
Harborside Aviation Has It All
- Flight Training
- Aircraft Rental
- Recurrent Training
- Airbus CFI
Whether you’re training for the airlines, flying for fun, renting aircraft, or just love aviation — Harborside Aviation is the place for you. Flight time, instruction, community — all in one spot .
Our Services
Top tier resources- designed to support your aviation journey.
Professional Programs Options
Zero to Hero- 5 Months
$66,750 – Guaranteed Pricing Includes:
- Private
- Instrument
- Commercial
- 250 Hours Flight Time
- 210 Hours Instruction
Zero to Hustle- 6 Months
$73,185 – Guaranteed Pricing Includes:
- Private
- Instrument
- Commercial
- Certified Flight instructor
- Certified Flight Instructor Instrument Add-On
- 265 Hours Flight Time
- 245 Hours Instruction
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