Building Tomorrow’s Career-Ready Pilots Through Professional Flight Training
Structured Career Path Programs
Knowledge, Safety & Proficiency Driven
Experienced Professional Flight Instructors
Modern, Well-Maintained Training Fleet
Become a Pilot Today!
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Pilot Training Programs at Atlanta & Memphis’ Premier Flight Training Academy
CFI Academy
Our 25-day CFI and CFII courses are the heart of what we do. Secure your spot today to sharpen your judgment, deepen your knowledge, and transform from a pilot into a professional mentor.
Private Pilot Training
Begin your aviation journey with structured private pilot training designed to build strong fundamentals and prepare you for advanced professional flight training.
Professional Pilot Academy – Starting June 1st
A comprehensive, bundled professional pilot training pathway guiding students from ground school through advanced training and into readiness for the CFI Academy. Designed for future professional pilots seeking a clear, structured route into aviation careers.
CFI & CFII Academy
Discovery Flights
Private Pilot License (PPL)
Professional Pilot Academy
Instrument Rating (IFR)
Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
Why Choose Us
Career-focused Training in Georgia and Tennessee
We serve students across the Southeast with training at Lawrenceville, GA (KLZU | Gwinnett County Briscoe Field) and Millington, TN (2M8 | Charles Baker Airport). Our proven training process guides you from your initial flight to advanced certifications with clarity and support.
Modern, Well-Maintained Fleet
Reliable aircraft including the Cessna 172 & RV-12iS designed for safe, high-quality training.
Experienced FAA-Certified Instructors
Pilot & CFI Training Under One Academy
Flexible Scheduling without Compromise
Our Training Fleet
Modern Aircraft Designed for Safe, Effective Flight Training
At Magnolia Aviation Academy, our flight training fleet is purpose-built to support students at every stage, from the excitement of your discovery flight through each milestone of pilot and CFI training. We operate modern, standardized aircraft that deliver reliability, consistency, and confidence, the foundation of safe, career-ready aviators.
Rigorous safety and compliance standards create an environment where students can focus fully on learning. That consistency builds confidence, sharpens discernment, and reinforces professional habits that define excellent pilots.
CFI Training
The Magnolia CFI Program
A Key Differentiator in Pilot Readiness
The best way to learn is to teach. Our CFI Academy is the ultimate masterclass in aviation—the bridge between holding a license and building a career.
Transform foundational skills into high-level mastery. Our 25-day program develops the precision, judgment, and mentorship required to lead the next generation of pilots.
A Clear, Proven Path From First Flight to Certification
Our Proven Training Process
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Choose Your Program & Build Your Schedule
Whether you’re pursuing a PPL or a CFI certification, we tailor the experience to your goals.
Train With Top Instructors
Earn Your Ratings & Advance
One Academy. Two Locations. One Clear Path Forward.
Professional Flight Training in Georgia & Tennessee
Lawrenceville, GA – Gwinnett County Airport (LZU)
Train in controlled airspace just northeast of Atlanta. This location builds strong radio communication, precision flying, and professional cockpit habits in a high-traffic environment for career-focused training.
Millington, TN – Charles W. Baker Airport (2M8)
Train in lower-congestion airspace near Memphis that demands awareness and independent airspace management. Millington supports focused instruction, accelerated progress, and our mission to build better pilots.
Contact Us
Call (678) 226-1263 to speak with our admissions team and choose the training location that fits your goals.