AeroGuard Flight Training Center, a global leader in providing career-focused flight training, is
excited to announce a recent aircraft expansion deal with Piper Aircraft where it will receive 90
new Piper Archers.
With this deal, AeroGuard will more than double its fleet in size, bringing it to over 200
aircraft. This order signifies AeroGuard’s commitment to meeting the growing demand for
pilot training and the exponential growth the school has seen this year within its current
courses. As a result, AeroGuard expects the capacity to consistently train over 2,000 student
pilots across its three U.S. campuses, preparing student pilots for professional careers at the
commercial airlines.
Joel Davidson, CEO of AeroGuard Flight Training Center, shared “We are thrilled to sign this
agreement with Piper Aircraft to bring 90 new Piper Archers to AeroGuard’s fleet. This
investment represents our commitment to providing our student pilots with every
resource they need to succeed while experiencing the highest quality flight training in the
world. With these additional aircraft, AeroGuard has the capacity to welcome hundreds of
new student pilots and airline cadets to our flight training programs.”
In addition to this order of 90 aircraft, AeroGuard will have added 25 additional planes to its
rapidly expanding fleet by the end of 2023. AeroGuard also recently expanded its Phoenix,
Arizona location, growing capacity by 30% with the addition of a new building.
AeroGuard Flight Training Center has seen significant growth in enrollment this year, especially
in its domestic training programs. Its Pilot Pathway Program, offered in partnership with
SkyWest Airlines, provides students with a clear path to their future career with guaranteed
interviews at each stage, ongoing mentorship, and tuition reimbursements. AeroGuard also
became the Flight Training provider for Arizona State University’s Professional Flight degree
in 2022, allowing students to graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree and the 7 FAA ratings and
certifications to become a commercial pilot.
“At Piper Aircraft, we pride ourselves in making high-quality, reliable training aircraft to
support each flight school’s individual needs,” said John Calcagno, President and CEO. “We
are honored to continue our partnership with Piper Flight School Alliance member,
AeroGuard, and provide them with 90 new trainers over the next five years.”
AeroGuard is a leading flight training provider with growing training capacity and facilities,
three locations that offer ideal flight training environments with up to 350 flying days a
year, and a high-quality curriculum to develop future industry leaders worldwide. The new
Piper Archers will be delivered to AeroGuard in 2024 and the coming years and further
contribute to the efficiency of AeroGuard’s accelerated programs, while continuing to focus on
safety and quality training.
