Dallas Flight School
Private Pilot to Airline Career. Dallas's #1 FAA Part 141 Flight School.
Here's exactly what it costs, how long it takes, and what Dallas pilots earn.
Schedule Discovery Flight12–18 mo
Zero to airline-ready
100%
Financing available
Part 141
FAA certified school
$250K+
Major airline captain salary
Your Path From Zero to Airline
Every certificate, flight hours, and how long each step takes at Parrish Aviation.
Private Pilot License (PPL)
Instrument Rating (IFR)
Commercial Pilot (CPL)
Multi-Engine Rating
CFI / CFII
*Estimated hours per step. Actual hours vary. Individual certificates (PPL only, IFR only, etc.) also available.
What Dallas Pilots Earn
Pilot salaries have never been higher. Here's the real career progression.
CFI (time building)
$48,000–$72,000/yr
Build hours while teaching at Parrish Aviation
Regional Airline FO
$80,000–$130,000/yr
Year 1–3 at a regional carrier
Major Airline Captain
$250,000–$400,000+/yr
Long-term career ceiling
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Boeing Pilot Outlook 2024. Individual results vary.
Why Dallas Pilots Choose Parrish Aviation
Not all flight schools are equal. Here's what sets us apart.
FAA Part 141 Certified
Fewer minimum hours than Part 61. Structured, FAA-audited curriculum.
On-Site PSI Test Center
Take your FAA Knowledge Test on campus — no separate trip.
In-House Maintenance
A&P shop on-field keeps the fleet airworthy and minimizes cancellations.
NAFI Master CFI Founder
Founded by Jack Parrish — NAFI Master CFI, airline pipeline specialist.
Modern Glass-Panel Fleet
Sling NGT (Garmin G3X), Cessna 172, Piper Twin Comanche, AATD sim.
Dallas Executive Airport (KRBD)
Class D tower, ILS approach, adjacent DFW Class B — real ATC from day one.
Common Questions About Dallas Flight School
Schedule Your Discovery Flight
One hour over Dallas with a CFI. See the city from the cockpit and get all your questions answered.