Looking to elevate your next mountain adventure in Vail, Colorado? Fly Leadville offers unforgettable scenic flights and FAA-certified flight training just over the pass. Take in aerial views of the Rockies or start your journey toward becoming a pilot, all from Colorado’s highest airport. Whether you’re visiting Vail for skiing, hiking, or sightseeing, a flight with Fly Leadville adds a breathtaking new perspective to your trip.
General Flight Instruction Near Vail
Fly Leadville provides professional flight instruction for new and aspiring pilots just a short drive from Vail, Colorado. Whether you’re interested in a discovery flight or ready to work toward your private pilot license, our experienced instructors offer hands-on training tailored to your pace and goals. It's the perfect way to begin flying in a high-altitude, real-world environment.
High-Altitude Flight Training in the Rockies
At over 9,900 feet elevation, our Leadville location gives Vail-area pilots a rare opportunity to master mountain flying in true high-altitude conditions. Learn how thin air impacts aircraft performance, understand density altitude, and fly confidently in rugged terrain. We’re one of the few places in Colorado offering authentic, high-altitude flight training from experienced mountain pilots.
Specialized & Advanced Flight Training Near Vail
Whether you're a local pilot or a visiting aviator, Fly Leadville offers specialized training to level up your skills. From mountain checkouts to short-field and crosswind techniques, our high-altitude airport and dramatic surroundings provide the ideal classroom for advanced instruction. Based just outside Vail, we help pilots fly smarter and safer in challenging alpine environments.