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Air Shows - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Air+Shows
Airline Pilot - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Airline+Pilot
Alaska Airlines - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Alaska+Airlines
Aviation - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Aviation
Aviation History - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Aviation+History
Becoming A Pilot - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Becoming+A+Pilot
Career Fairs - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Career+Fairs
Cessnas 2 Oshkosh - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Cessnas+2+Oshkosh
Charter - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Charter
Charter Flights - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Charter+Flights
Checkride - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Checkride
College Fairs - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/College+Fairs
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Fuel - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Fuel
Future of Flight - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Futuer+of+Flight
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Ground School - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Ground+School
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Horizon Air - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Horizon+Air
Local Media - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Local+Media
Mountain Flying - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Mountain+Flying
Mt Rainier - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Mt+Rainer
NW Aviation Conference - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/NW+Aviation+Conference
Pilot Supplies - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Pilot+Supplies
Private Pilot - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Private+Pilot
Recreational Pilot - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Recreational+Pilot
RTP - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/RTP
Scenic Flights - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Scenic+Flights
Solo Flight - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Solo+Flights
Specialty Classes - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Specialty+Classes
Veteran Benefits - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/Veterans+Benefits
WSDOT - https://www.safetyinmotion.aero/news-events/category/WSDOT
Honoring Veterans Day: How Your Military Service Can Power Your Aviation Career
This Veterans Day, discover how your GI Bill® benefits can launch your aviation career at Safety in Motion Flight Center. VA-approved flight training in Puyallup and Olympia, WA, led by veteran pilots who understand your journey.
Choosing Your Path: Flight School, Academy, or College?
Discover the key differences between flight schools, academies, and colleges with Safety in Motion Flight Center. Learn which aviation training path best fits your goals, timeline, and budget in the Pacific Northwest.
Private Pilot Ground School
Private Pilot Ground School is starting October 1st, 2024. Ten week course is held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8:30 pm at Safety in Motion Flight Center in both Puyallup and Olympia. Zoom options available. Learn more and Register!
What Makes Safety In Motion Flight Center the Best in the Pacific Northwest
Discover why Safety In Motion Flight Center is the Pacific Northwest's top flight school. Comprehensive training, experienced instructors, and prime locations.
Part 141 vs. Part 61 Flight Training: Choose the Best Path at Safety In Motion Flight Center
Understand Part 141 and Part 61 flight training. Choose your ideal pilot training path!
Exploring Different Opportunities for Pilots: Your Aviation Career Takes Flight at Safety In Motion Flight Center
Explore diverse pilot career paths with Safety In Motion Flight Center. Your aviation future starts here!
Veteran Benefits for Flight Instruction: Your Path to the Skies with Safety In Motion Flight Center
Veterans, use your GI Bill® for flight training at our VA-approved Part 141 school in Puyallup and Olympia, WA.
Mountain Flying in the Pacific Northwest: Soar to New Heights with Safety In Motion Flight Center
Discover the thrill of mountain flying. Expert instruction in the Pacific Northwest helps you elevate your pilot skills!
Join Us at the 2024 Olympic Airshow!
We will be providing fueling support, aircraft tie-down space, and RV space for the Olympic Airshow coming to the Olympic Regional Airport June 15 and 16, 2024.
Army Blackhawk Pilot Trains in RTP
Mariah Bennett is an Army Blackhawk Pilot who has been training with her instructor Shawn Pratt, in Safety in Motion Flight Center’s Rotorcraft Transition Program (RTP) and using her Post 9/11 VA benefits. She has added both airplane single-engine land and instrument ratings to her commercial rotor-wing pilot certificate and is now pursuing her Multi-engine Rating.
World Pilots Day is April 26th
World Pilot’s Day on April 26th recognizes the many contributions pilots have made in safely transporting millions of people around the world.
The Types of Training We Offer
Safety in Motion Flight Center offers many types of training. Find the best fit for your learning style, training goals, budget, and location.
Different Types of Pilots
Whether you are just researching information to become a pilot or looking to advance your pilot skills, it’s helpful to know how many different types of pilot positions there are.
Private Pilot Ground School Starts April 2nd
Private Pilot Ground School starts April 2nd. Ten week course is held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8:30 pm at Safety in Motion Flight Center in both Puyallup and Olympia locations, plus online via Zoom.
Pacific NW Mountain Flying Clinic
On March 16th, 2024, Chief Flight Instructor Shawn Pratt will be presenting the Pacific Northwest Mountain Flying Clinic at our Puyallup and Olympia locations.
How To Bridge the Gap – Commercial Pilot to Airline Pilot
The journey to becoming an airline pilot can be challenging. Airlines typically mandate a minimum of 1500 flight hours before considering candidates. However, to complete your commercial pilot training, you are only required to have 300 flight hours. So how do you bridge the gap?
Upcoming Northwest Aviation Conference
Join us at the 2024 Northwest Aviation Conference & Trade Show at the Washington State Fair Events Center in Puyallup, WA, February 24-25. Chief Flight Instructor Shawn Pratt will be presenting Military Transition Resources and Tips for Career Pilots on Saturday, February 24th: 11:45 AM - South Foyer.
We’re Proud of Our Pilots
Taking off in an aircraft by yourself for the first time is a moment in your life you will never forget, and the completion of your Checkride signifies you are officially a pilot! When our pilots complete their Solo Flight or Checkride, we honor their achievement on our Pilot Wall-of-Fame.
Give The Gift of Flight This Year
It’s the time of year when we think about Giving, and the Gift of Flight is one of the best presents anyone could receive. Contact us today to get your gift certificates.
Aviation Bill Raises Pilot Retirement Age to 67
In July, the U.S. House of Representatives passed legislation that increased the mandatory retirement age for commercial pilots from 65 to 67.