Carmel Aviation

Come check us out today during the KBOI family day for the airport’s 100th anniversary! The event will run from 11-3

Thinking about earning your Private Pilot License but not sure where to start?

Your Private Pilot License is where every pilot’s story begins. It is the foundation for what can come next — instrument training, commercial training, flight instruction — or simply the freedom to fly on your own terms.

At Carmel Aviation, students train one-on-one with a Certified Flight Instructor at Boise Airport, working through ground school, flight training, FAA testing, and the final checkride with guidance and confidence.

The FAA minimum is 40 hours of flight time, but most students complete their PPL between 55 and 70 hours depending on how often they fly, how much they study at home, and their individual pace.

Every pilot starts at step one.

Learn more: http://carmelaviation.com/private-pilot-course/

Did you know most students earn their Private Pilot License in 6–12 months with consistent training — even while working full‑time?
General aviation makes learning to fly more accessible than most people realize.
Learn more about the process and what training looks like on our website.
Link in bio.

With 81L back online and ready to fly, we couldn’t think of a better time to announce something we’ve been working on. Our new Backcountry Flying Course! This program is built for pilots who want to take their skills off the pavement and into the Idaho backcountry. Here’s what you can expect:



Ground Training

We’ll cover everything you need to think and plan like a backcountry pilot: aircraft performance, mountain weather theory, backcountry operations, and more.



Flight Training

Get hands-on experience with short and soft field operations, energy management principles, canyon flying procedures, and actual landings at our approved backcountry strips. Expect roughly 4-6 hours of flight training spread across 3-4 flights.



Requirements

If you hold at least a PPL and have 50 hours of PIC time, 25 hours PIC in the last 6 months, and 10 hours in a C172 in the last 90 days, you’re ready to get started! Exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis

How to Enroll



Stop by or contact the front desk, and we’ll pair you with one of our backcountry-qualified instructors: Aimee, Kyle, or Zane. This is a course unlike anything else we offer, and we’re excited to share it with you. We hope to see you out there!

We’re proud to sponsor the Idaho Aviation Association webcams in Stanley and at our Boise office — because better visibility means safer, smarter flying.

These live weather cams give pilots real‑time insight into weather and runway conditions, helping them plan confidently at airports that may not have weather reporting capabilities

Supporting these webcams isn’t just about technology — it’s about community, safety, and connection. Every pilot who checks the cams before a flight benefits from clearer skies and better decisions.

Blue‑sky season has officially arrived over Boise ✈️
Longer days, better weather, and perfect flying conditions — it’s time to get back in the air.
Rentals and flight training available now at Carmel Aviation (BOI). Check out our link in our bio to get more information.

The U.S. has more than 5,000 public‑use airports, giving general aviation pilots access to an incredible network of destinations.
This is why flying can be faster, more flexible, and more direct than driving or commercial travel.
Want to learn how pilot training works and what you can do with a PPL?
Visit our website for more information.