Why Pureflight?
Real-World Flight Training Built Around Your Goals
When you walk through our doors, we ask one question:
What must you accomplish here to be successful?
From that starting point, we build an intentional training path designed around your aviation goals, experience level, and timeline. Whether you’re starting from zero or advancing an existing career, your training is structured with purpose.
Our students go on to fly as commercial and airline pilots in diverse aviation environments that demand competence, confidence, and sound judgment.
We partner with industry leaders like Precision LLC, AAR, and HTS, and we train with those operational standards in mind. Our mission is to graduate students who are confident and prepared for the real world.
Pureflight is Structured for Long-Term Career Growth
At Pureflight, everything we do is designed to prepare you for the life you want to live in aviation. Founded in 1983, Pureflight was one of the first all-inclusive Part 141 aviation schools in Oregon and the Western U.S. Since then, thousands of students have trained with us to take to the skies and launch aviation careers.
Here’s what sets us apart from other aviation schools in Oregon:
A Versatile Training Environment
Flying in Oregon means training in real conditions. From the Coast Range to the high desert, the Pacific Northwest offers diverse terrain and weather that develop adaptable, well-rounded pilots.
Instructors with Operational Experience
Many of our instructors have worked in heavy lift operations, commercial aviation, utility work, and other demanding sectors of the industry. That experience shapes how we train, emphasizing judgment, discipline, and professionalism.
Career Path Under One Roof
From Private Pilot through Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), students can complete their training in one structured, accountable program without needing to transfer schools or piece together certifications.
Our Oregon Aviation Facilities
Most of your training at Pureflight will take place at our dedicated facility at Chehalem Airpark in Newberg, Oregon. We own and operate this facility, giving students access to an environment intentionally chosen to develop confident, adaptable pilots.
Surrounded by mountain terrain and coastal weather systems, you’ll learn to operate in the kinds of varied conditions professional pilots encounter every day. If you’re a completely new pilot, you’ll start in the safety of our private, low-traffic airfield to build strong fundamentals and confidence without unnecessary pressure. As your skills progress, we deliberately introduce more demanding airspace, instrument approaches, and operational complexity.
Our Newberg facilities include:
- 2,000-foot runway
- 9,000 square feet of hangar space
- Seven dedicated classrooms
- BATD airplane simulator
- FAA-approved AKT testing center
- Designated parking and grounds
In addition to our main base in Newberg, we also operate a satellite base in Klamath Falls at Kingsley Field, designated KLMT, where students can also train. Located in southern Oregon, Klamath Falls offers diverse terrain and exposes students to a high-density altitude (DA) environment for a good portion of the year.
Newberg
Klamath Falls
THE RIGHT FLEET FOR PROFESSIONAL PROGRESSION
Our fleet was chosen to build strong fundamentals first, then progressively introduce the systems and complexity required for professional aviation careers.
Helicopter Fleet
Guimbal Cabri G2
A modern, safety-focused training helicopter constructed with composite materials and a full instrument suite, and designed to meet European safety standards.
Bell 206 & Airbus AS350
Turbine helicopters that introduce advanced systems and operational complexity, preparing students for commercial helicopter operations.
Airplane Fleet
Cessna 172
A proven training aircraft known for stability and reliability, updated with modern Garmin avionics, autopilot, and ADS-B in/out.
Piper Seneca
A twin-engine airplane that supports multi-engine, complex, commercial, and Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) progression.
An Approved Flight Training Institution
Becoming a professional pilot is a major commitment. Your training institution should meet the highest standards of oversight and accountability.
Pureflight holds the following authorizations:
- FAA Part 141 Certified Flight School
- Approved M1 Visa Provider for international students
- DHS Alien Flight Student Program Authorized
- Approved to accept VA Education Benefits
- Contracted flight school for Klamath Community College’s Aviation Science Degree, providing access to student loans and expanded VA benefit utilization
Each authorization requires rigorous application, ongoing audits, and annual review, which ensures we maintain structured, accountable training at the highest level.
Financing options, including VA benefits and college partnership pathways, make career-focused aviation training accessible for serious students.
LEARN TO FLY WITH PUREFLIGHT
With decades of experience training pilots of all skill levels at our facilities, we’ve developed a reputation as one of the top aviation schools in Oregon and the United States. Our team of expert pilots and instructors, paired with top-of-the-line aircraft and our individualized approach to flight training, offers a truly unique learning experience.
At Pureflight, you’ll train alongside experienced aviation professionals as you gain the skills and knowledge required to excel in diverse flying environments. Send us a message using the form below for more information about starting your flight training with Pureflight.