National Flight Training Network

KPIE: St. Petersburg, Florida

Location:
St. Pete–Clearwater International Airport (KPIE)
14700 Terminal Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33762

Based at the gateway to Florida’s Gulf Coast, our St. Petersburg training center delivers world-class flight training in one of the state’s most aviation-friendly environments. Students benefit from exceptional year-round weather, modern airport infrastructure, and immediate access to diverse training airspace.

KPIE provides the perfect balance of professional facilities and manageable traffic patterns, allowing NFTN students to progress efficiently through accelerated programs. The Tampa Bay area’s aviation community and consistent flying conditions make this location ideal for rapid skill development.

NFTN St. Petersburg combines expert instruction with the reliability that Florida’s Gulf Coast weather provides – keeping students in the air and advancing toward their professional aviation goals.

Train in St. Petersburg – where Gulf Coast conditions accelerate your path to the airlines.

  • Private Pilot Certificate
  • Instrument Rating
  • Commercial Pilot
  • Multi-Engine Add-On
  • Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
  • CFII — Instrument Instructor Add-On

At KPIE: St. Petersburg, you’ll train in a structured, immersive environment designed to help you build experience fast and efficiently. Our programs offer:

  • Transparent, predictable pricing
  • One-on-one instruction
  • Accelerated coursework that eliminates training delays
  • Modern aircraft and simulator resources
  • Direct support for career planning and job placement
Student pilot aircraft over KGRK Killeen Texas Flight Training location

Accelerated Flight Training for Future Professional Pilots