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Illinois Aviation Academy

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Illinois Aviation Academy

Illinois Aviation Academy is a flight school and flight services company located at DuPage Airport in West Chicago, Illinois

Illinois Aviation Academy (IAA)- is a dedicated flight school founded by an educator and airline pilot, that offers the distinction of flight training in a wide range of pilot certifications; advanced education opportunities; pleasure of flying and business travel options, within a challenging class D tower controlled environment. At IAA, our sole purpose and responsibility is to provide our stude

nts with the opportunity to develop their own learning path with a winning combination of the best instructors and a proven flight training syllabus (Approved by the Illinois State Board of Education) for every certificate and rating. Our variety of ground and flight instruction ensures that students receive the knowledge, discipline and insight from today's aviation professionals. Our programs are success driven; cost-efficient and convenient; and our facilities offer all the amenities conducive for learning, effective business and personal growth.

08/05/2026

Did you know Illinois Aviation Academy holds FAA self-examining authority? ✈️

Illinois Aviation Academy holds FAA self-examining authority for the Certified Flight Instructor course. That means you can complete your practical exam right here at IAA with our own qualified examiners rather than waiting on outside scheduling. It helps streamline your training path to certification and reflects the level of training you'll receive every step of the way. ✨

Curious how checkrides actually work? Our blog breaks down three outcomes and what each one can mean for your training. 👉 https://loom.ly/ecq5dIE

07/31/2026

Join us for our Shadow a Pilot event on Tuesday Aug. 4 from 6pm - 8pm!

Tour the hangar, explore aircraft, and try simulators in small groups guided by a Certified Flight Instructor at Illinois Aviation Academy. During this event, registrants will be split into small groups and paired with a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) based on their training goals.

To sign up, visit 👉 https://loom.ly/JbkNPx0

07/29/2026

Meet the Piper Aztec! A Multi-engine aircraft available for training at IAA! ✈️

With three Piper Aztecs available for use here at IAA, these aircraft facilitate valuable training experiences for students, focusing on multi-engine proficiency and time building. The Aztec provides students with experience in high-performance multi-engine operations and complex aircraft systems. The Aztec helps aspiring pilots develop confidence and proficiency in various aspects of flight. Our Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs) are thrilled to utilize these aircraft to train our aviation enthusiasts. The hands-on experience aims to help prepare our students to take to the skies.

07/27/2026

Determination helps you take flight! Congratulations to Jack Boucek completing his first solo flight!! 👏🎉

07/24/2026

One of the most valuable parts of the Atlas Cadet Academy? The support system that goes beyond the cockpit. ✈️

Every cadet gets access to an app designed to help support for their training journey in the Atlas Cadet Academy. This isn't just another training resource; it's your connection to the an Atlas community and culture while you're still building flight hours.

Through the app, you'll get insights from pilots during fireside chats, learn about what life is actually like at different Atlas bases around the world, and connect with fellow cadets who are on the same path. These resources go beyond flight training to help train leadership skills and interview readiness that airlines are looking for.

Interested in becoming part of the Atlas Cadet Academy? Visit our website to learn more about the program and see if this pathway is right for you. Visit 👉 https://loom.ly/bdOU7FY

07/22/2026

What's the difference between a private pilot and a commercial pilot? Here's the short answer. 🎓

A commercial pilot certificate is the step that allows you to be compensated for flying. To earn it, you'll need to hold a Private Pilot License, log 250 total hours of flight time, pass an FAA knowledge test, and complete your practical exam. Think of it as a higher standard of airmanship, not just flying for fun, but flying with a professional level of precision and responsibility.

If you're interested in learning flight training, learn more about Illinois Aviation Academy 👉 https://loom.ly/oShxTe8

07/20/2026

A big round of applause goes to Charlie Triplitt , for earning his Commercial Pilot Certificate! 🎉🛩️

07/16/2026

A flyover to honor 250 years. 🇺🇸

Over the 4th of July, we were honored to take part in DeKalb County's celebration of America's 250th anniversary with a flyover to mark the moment. There's something special about looking up and seeing aircraft overhead on a day dedicated to our country, a small tribute from all of us at Illinois Aviation Academy to a big milestone. Thank you to everyone who came out and celebrated with us.

Here's to 250 years. 🎆

07/13/2026

Sandy Cielo has completed her first solo flight! 🎉

Watching students work towards training milestones like this is what makes flight training at IAA feel special. Congratulations, Sandy!

Curious about starting your own flight training journey? Learn more about IAA 👉 https://loom.ly/oShxTe8

07/08/2026

What does it take to go from teaching in a Cessna to flying a corporate jet? ✈️

Marcellus Freeman knew he wanted to fly from the age of six, watching aircraft lift off from O'Hare while riding along with his father. He turned that early spark into action at Illinois Aviation Academy, first as a student and then as a Certified Flight Instructor. The hours he spent guiding students through weather changes, first solos, and checkride prep help sharpen skills in Crew Resource Management, his composure under pressure, and his ability to think quickly in the cockpit. Instructing also taught him to stay calm and keep situational awareness when conditions shifted fast. Today he flies the Hawker 900XP for Gary Jet Center, where landing speeds run more than double what he trained on in a Cessna 172. That meant doing twice the work in half the time, and the foundation he built while instructing at IAA is what helped him adapt to the pace of corporate aviation.

Read his full story and see how flight training can help open doors in aviation. 👉 https://loom.ly/2v8zocg

Address

32W751 Tower Road
West Chicago, IL
60185

Opening Hours

Monday	7am - 7pm
Tuesday	7am - 7pm
Wednesday	7am - 7pm
Thursday	7am - 7pm
Friday	7am - 7pm
Saturday	7am - 7pm
Sunday	7am - 7pm

Telephone

+16305132224

Website

http://www.illinoisaviation.com/

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