Training Facility Flight School • International Student Visa M-1 Vocational,
Integrated Training Facility
Monarch Air's Flight Academy is an approved FAA FAR Part 141 facility with courses from zero experience to the levels necessary for a career flying. Our full service facility has been producing safe, competent, and proficient pilots for over 19 years. Our ‘Safety is Paramount’ commitment to our clients has made Monarch Air the superior flight training facility.
Monarch Air is owned and operated by the Sawtelle family. With over 50 years of solid, professional piloting experience from the military and major airlines, Ray and Trey Sawtelle have developed a program for individuals that want a solid and reputable company to start their flying career. This economical program is designed to excel clients to a rewarding career in aviation.
Ray Sawtelle’s aviation career began as a pilot in the U.S. Air Force, where he served for 8 years. He then began a 31 year career with Delta Airlines where he retired as a Lockheed L-1011 Captain in 1997. Ray serves as Chief Pilot and is actively involved in each client's training.
Following in his father’s footsteps, Trey Sawtelle began flying at the age of 14. By 25 he was a Boeing 727 Captain with Express One Airlines and continues to fly with American Airlines since 1999. Trey serves Monarch Air as President and is very active in its daily operations with an emphasis on flight operations.
Most importantly, Monarch Air has a highly qualified staff that have a true interest in each client. We are very proud to employ a dedicated instructor staff whose primary focus is client's flight training achievements. Additionally, it is not uncommon to find a mechanic waiting patiently for the last evening flight to return. Our maintenance staff is integral in keeping the aircraft operating at an optimum levels so clients are always flying, and flying safely.
Facilities
<ul><li>3 facilites in the Dallas Texas Area</li><li>Fleet of 30 flight training aircraft</li><li>Glass panel cockpit training aircraft</li><li>GPS equipped aircraft with moving map displays</li><li>Modern aircraft fleet</li></ul> Training Overview
Once you make the commitment to begin, your flight training filled with rewarding experiences begins immediately. There are no class enrollment dates - all training is conducted individually. Our syllabus and facilities allows you to train at your own pace. Additionally, our Flight Instructors will be there guiding and coaching you through your training to make sure you are meeting your goals of completion.
Ground Training - Ground training is conducted with computer based instruction (CBI). The CBI program allows the client to interact through multi-media labs to gain the necessary knowledge for each flight rating. This state of the art training aid is superior due to one simple fact - knowledge retention. Studies have proven that computer based instruction provides understanding and comprehension of material better than any instructor guided ground school. Ground lesson labs can be conducted at any time convenient for the client with the use of a home PC or in Monarch Air's computer lab. Clients are able to accelerate through ground lessons - saving time and money.
Flight Training - Flight training is conducted 7 days a week, 365 days per year. Flights for full-time clients are scheduled twice a day and conducted in 2 hour blocks. Additionally, flight training schedules can be tailored for each individual in the event they are unable to commit to full time training. Each flight uses a computer monitored syllabus and lesson plan. This system, accessible by the client and Flight Instructor, permits the client to preview all of the required lesson material before the flight, allowing them to be fully prepared and briefed. This, in turn, produces the most efficient training event for each flight. The system allows clients to save precious time and money in the air by knowing the material before flying.
Flight Training Phase Programs
Professional flight training at Monarch Air is conducted into 2 Phase Programs. Phase I of the Professional Pilot Program navigates pilots-in-training from zero flight experience to a Commercial Pilot Rating. Phase II of the Professional Pilot Program is for clients wanting to obtain the Certified Flight Instructor Rating and Instrument Instructor Rating (CFI & CFII).
Utilizing a regimented training curriculum, clients are able to progress quickly and economically through their flight training.
All applicants that complete the 2 Phase Program will be guaranteed an instructor position with great pay and benefits at Monarch Air.
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Tailored Courses Offered
Monarch Air offers tailored courses at the client's request. If you have special requirements, training demands, between ratings, or are transferring from another facility, please contact us to setup an evaluation. Once completed, we will be able to offer you a tailored course with a cost estimate for your completion.
Financial Assistance
Clients can borrow up to 100% of the cost of all flight training including books and supplies. Additional living expense money is also offered by the financial institutions.
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