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Pilot For A Day at Aurora State Airport
Free hangar tour & simulator experience for students and parents who want a real look at aviation training, careers, and adventure.
Come see what flying is actually like at a modern flight school between Salem and Portland. Sit in the cockpit, try the simulator, and talk with real instructors about your goals.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
What You’ll Experience
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Hangar & Aircraft Tour
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Walk the ramp, see our training aircraft up close, and sit in the cockpit.
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Simulator Session
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Fly a short scenario in our simulator with an instructor guiding you.
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Training Roadmap
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See the real steps from “zero experience” to recreational, sport, or professional pilot.
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Q&A for Students and Parents
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Ask about safety, training pace, realistic costs, and long‑term paths without hype or pressure.
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Who's It For?
Is This For You?...
This visit is designed for:
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High school and college‑age students curious about flying
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Parents who want accurate information about aviation training and careers
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Adults under 35 thinking about a new skill or future career
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Anyone within ~40 minutes of Aurora who wants to see if flying is a good fit
We don’t promise jobs or income. We focus on skill, safety, and clear options, so you can decide if aviation belongs in your life.
About Aurora Flight Training
We’re a local flight school based at Aurora State Airport, serving the Salem and Portland area.
Our vision is to make aviation more accessible, adventurous, and skilled by:
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Offering clear pathways from Private Pilot to Professional Pilot
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Providing programs for recreational pilots who just want to explore the Pacific Northwest
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Bringing modern, MOSAIC‑ready training aircraft into our fleet over time
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Focusing on proficiency and safety, not rushing people or milking hours
A skilled pilot is a safe pilot. The more you fly, the better you become. Our job is to create the environment, structure, and coaching that make that possible.
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