HCH Aviation, Home of the SFA Flying Jacks As a proud SFASU alumna and woman-owned business, HCH Aviation has an exclusive partnership with Stephen F.
Austin State University to provide professional pilot training as part of the university aviation flight training program. Noncollegiate students are welcome too, and we will work with you to meet your desired schedule needs. "Breaking down all barriers, and introducing the next generation of professional aviators!"
HCH and SFASU are accepting applications to join the next professional flight tr
06/02/2026
New Private Pilot 🚨🚨
Congratulations to Dashiell Carroll for achieving hisPrivate Pilot License! A special thanks to Eli Lesley for preparing him for this moment and Joe Cefalu for conducting the exam!
06/02/2026
Congratulations to Habeeb Olagoke for passing his instrument check ride! We are so proud of your hard work and passion for aviation! See you in the clouds✈️☁️
06/01/2026
Addi Gerik, we are so proud to celebrate you on earning your Private Pilot rating! You truly earned this milestone, and it’s been an honor to watch your journey.
A heartfelt thank you to Peyton Washburn for her guidance and preparation throughout the process, and to Joe Cefalu for conducting the check ride. Congratulations, Addi—what an amazing achievement! ✈️
05/28/2026
We are so thrilled to celebrate Blake Crisp on becoming a private pilot!! Your perseverance and effort have truly paid off, and it shows in this achievement. We couldn’t be prouder 🙌 Big thanks to Peyton Washburn for the preparation that helped make this possible, and a special thank you to Joe Cefalu for conducting the check ride.
05/26/2026
What an accomplishment! Congratulations to Jackson Schroeder on passing his Private Pilot check ride and earning his rating! Your dedication and drive are inspiring—we are beyond proud. Shoutout to Tyler Johnston for top-tier training and support, and hats off to Joe Cefalu for conducting the check ride and supporting another successful milestone. Axe’em Jacks!
05/25/2026
This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice made possible the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy every day.
We also want to sincerely thank those members of our team who are working today to support our students, operations, and mission. Your dedication and professionalism do not go unnoticed.
As we reflect on the meaning of this day, may we do so with gratitude, humility, and respect for the heroes and families who sacrificed so much for our nation.
From all of us at HCH Aviation, thank you, and God bless America. 🇺🇸
05/17/2026
Congratulations to Uriel Renteria on earning his Private Pilot License! Your passion for aviation is incredibly admirable. Thank you to Tyler Johnston for preparing him and Joe Cefalu for conducting the check ride!
05/17/2026
Congratulations to Eris Headlee on achieving her Private Pilot license! Her outstanding commitment and dedication pushed her to the finish line. Thank you Tyler Johnston for preparing her and Joe Cefalu for conducting the check ride!
05/15/2026
Congratulations to Damon Asteris on earning his private pilot rating! Your hard work and determination have paid off—we are so proud. Shoutout to Eli Lesley for excellent preparation.
05/15/2026
Another one in the books! Congratulations to Victoria Moreno on becoming a Private Pilot- what an amazing accomplishment. Your hard work has truly paid off, and we are so proud. Big shoutout to Dylan Houck for helping make it happen. Many thanks to Joe Cefalu for conducting the check ride.