Top Grade Flying Lessons For Nashville Residents
For some people, flying is a way to get away from the daily grind and stress of life. The escape from everyday worries and problems is very therapeutic and reduces stress. This can be particularly important if you live in an urban environment like Nashville, where everyday life can be rather hectic.
At The CAVU Pilot, we offer a great way to see the world from a whole different perspective. Flying provides a view of the ground from several thousand feet in the air. With many landmarks and features visible, flying shows you how small and insignificant everyday problems really are.
Learning how to fly is a very worthwhile and enjoyable experience. At The CAVU Pilot, we believe that flying is something that every person in Nashville should do at least once in their life.
Start your flying lessons with the best flight school in Nashville, The CAVU Pilot.

From Zero to Hero
Previous knowledge is not required. You are here to learn, and our courses are designed to teach you everything you need from the beginning until you become an experienced pilot. We will show you all the wonders of aviation, and you will have all the necessary resources to make your flying lessons an unforgettable experience.
Flight Training Financing
We know that flight schools are expensive. That’s why we are proud to offer direct-to-you financing. You can choose your plan and get your flying lessons paid in easy installments.
The Best Flight Courses in Nashville
If you have been thinking, “I want to know how to fly, where could I take a flight training near me?” Well, The CAVU Pilot is here to help.
We offer 3 fully equipped programs that fit your schedule and goals.
- Test pilot: With this program, you will have access to our learning hub, our basic online courses, and to The CAVU Pilot community.
- Pro: Going Pro allows you to take all our online courses, besides the learning hub and The CAVU Pilot community access.
- Legacy: Our legacy program is the best equipped of the three. You will have access to our learning hub, all the online courses, and The CAVU Pilot community; in addition, you will get Exclusive Checkride Preparation, 1 on 1 Mentoring with a CF, and a special price on our Cessna 150 Rental.
It’s never too early or too late to learn new skills. Start your flight training with the best flight school in Nashville, TN.
Courses
- Private Pilot
- Instrument Pilot
- Commercial Pilot
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Certified Flight Instructor- Instrument (CFII)
Finance Your Training
- The CAVU Pilot offers financing to students who wish to make payments rather than pay out of pocket.
- Click the start application button below and get approved in seconds.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
We fly out of the Knoxville Downtown Island Airport (KDKX) in Knoxville, TN. Come say hi!
To schedule a discovery flight or enroll in a flight course, simply contact us via this link or call (609) 661-5083. We will have you up in the sky in no time!
The average cost for a Private Pilot Certificate is $9,000-$12,000. Advanced pilot certificate costs range from $5,000-$15,000.
- Cessna 150: $125/hour
- Instructor Fee: $75/hour
Most regularly scheduled students can complete the rating between three to six months. Plan to fly at least twice a week to make sufficient progress and reduce costs.
We use Flight Schedule Pro to manage all reservations. Use this link to request access to the schedule.
While most resources can be found above, if you prefer a hard copy, you can download our Pilot Starter Kit Checklist which will provide links to buy the necessary material.
We offer a 10% aircraft rental discount for clients that enroll in our Legacy membership online.