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    Elevate Your Experience. Fly with Confidence. Celebrate with Flight.

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    Welcome aviation enthusiasts! Explore the skies with us and embark on an unforgettable journey.

  • Inside the cockpit of an airplane with two pilots looking at the instruments and navigation screens, flying over a landscape with mountains and a body of water.

    We provide exceptional flight training for aspiring pilots across the U.S., ensuring they soar confidently towards their aviation goals.

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    At Untethered Aviation, we specialize in providing personalized flight experiences for aspiring pilots and incredible scenic air tour flights that promise to inspire. Join us for a one-of-a-kind adventure in the sky!

Welcome to Untethered Aviation

Untethered Aviation (formerly Adirondack Aviation) is a premier flight school offering flight instruction, pilot certifications and spectacular scenic flights. With several locations in the Northeast and a West Coast location in Sedona, AZ, Untethered Aviation is positioned to offer exceptional training in beautiful environments. For those seeking stunning views of the Adirondack Mountains, the Berkshires and the Red Rocks of Sedona, our scenic flights will absolutely inspire! Untethered Aviation is here to make your flight experience transformative.

  • Flight Instruction

    Flight Instruction will be delivered in one hour blocks and will include basic ground school and flight training.

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  • Scenic Flight

    Packages include up to 2 passengers and cost is for the flight, not a per person cost.

  • High School Solo Flight

    Flight instruction intended for students 16 years of age or older. Twelve one hour flight lessons that culminate in the completion of our revolutionary Solo Flight Program.

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  • Wedding Flight

    A romantic 45 minute scenic flight customized to your liking. A sunset flight with stunning views and a bottle of champagne will round out the experience when back on the ground.

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  • Student Testimonial

    “Untethered Aviation turned my dream of flying into reality with their exceptional introductory flight package in Sedona, Arizona. The thrilling experience, professional staff, and stunning views exceeded all my expectations, making it an unforgettable adventure.”

  • Parent

    “The flight academy has given my son the confidence and responsibility that he would otherwise never have experienced. This opportunity is truly unique. We are so thrilled and would recommend this to everyone! Thank you Untethered Aviation!”

  • Student

    “I have always been intrigued by flying and Untethered Aviation has provided me with a program and timeline that meets my needs to make this a reality. I am so grateful to be learning this new skill and fulfilling a longtime dream!”

  • Student

    “Adirondack Aviation made my first flying experience above and beyond what I could have imagined. From takeoff to landing Michael talked me through every key basic. He really knows how to relax the jitters of a first flight. The experience will keep me coming back and has shown me that anyone can become a pilot.”

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