YOUR CAREER STARTS HERE
Whether you're ready to enroll or just exploring your options, our admissions team is here to help you take the first step toward the airlines.
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Falcon Field Airport
4517 E. Mallory Cir, Ste 129
Mesa, AZ 85215
Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sat: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sun: Closed
WHY VENTURE WEST?
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
From your first inquiry to your first flight lesson — here's how it works.
Reach Out
Fill out the form, call, or email us. Tell us about your goals and where you are in your aviation journey.
Free Consultation
We'll schedule a one-on-one call or in-person meeting to walk you through program options, timelines, and financing.
Tour the Facility
Visit Falcon Field, meet the team, see our Piper fleet, and get a feel for the training environment.
Start Training
Once enrolled, you'll be paired with an instructor and begin building toward your airline career — as soon as the next available start date.
BUILT FOR THE AIRLINES
350+
VFR days per year
Mesa, Arizona's year-round weather keeps you flying and on schedule.
12–14
months to complete
Full-time students typically finish the Airline Pilot Academy in under 14 months.
6
certificates & ratings
PPL, Instrument Rating, Commercial, CFI, CFII, and Multi-Engine Add-On.
100%
dedicated to airlines
Every program, every hour, every decision is focused on getting you to the airlines.
NOT SURE WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT?
Explore our programs before reaching out — or let our admissions team help you find the right fit during your consultation.
Airline Pilot Academy
MOST POPULARNo experience to airline-ready
Credit for PPL
Already have your Private
Pinnacle Pathway
CAREER TRACKFast-track to the airlines
College Degree Pathway
DCCC affiliation — ELMSelect financing & VA
Individual Certificates
Train at your own pace
Cost & Tuition
Transparent pricing breakdowns
THE AIRLINES ARE WAITING
Every airline pilot started exactly where you are right now. The only difference between thinking about it and doing it — is making the call.