Cactus Aviation

Cactus Aviation is a flight school located at Henderson Executive Airport. The company was established in 2008 and is now under new ownership. Its mission is to provide high quality flight training and education through mentorship from aviation industry professionals. The school works to help students reach their goals in aviation through safe and professional instruction. It serves both new pilots and those adding advanced ratings.

The school offers structured training programs that fit each student. These programs cover private pilot certificates, instrument ratings, and commercial licenses. The school also works with pilots who need to build flight time. Instructors emphasize aeronautical decision making, real world flying skills, and confidence in the cockpit. They aim to provide high quality instruction at every step of training. Students learn at a pace that matches their schedule and objectives.

The training fleet includes the Cessna 172, the Pipistrel Alpha Trainer, and the Redbird LD AATD simulator. The Cessna 172 is known for its stability and forgiving flight characteristics. The school offers both traditional six pack models and newer technologically advanced Cessna 172 aircraft. This gives students options that fit their training needs and budget. The variety allows students to gain experience in different cockpit environments.

The Pipistrel Alpha Trainer features advanced avionics, a ballistic parachute system, and affordable operating costs. It serves as a modern training aircraft in the fleet. The Redbird LD AATD simulator supports training by providing a tool for practice and skill development. Together, these aircraft and the simulator create a training environment that covers different learning stages. Students can practice procedures in the simulator before flying the actual aircraft.

The school offers discovery flights for people who want to experience flying before starting formal training. It also hosts resources for PSI testing, FAA medical examiners, and renters insurance. Students can explore finance programs through Stratus Financial, AOPA Finance, and Pilot Finance Inc. The school also provides links to FAA training handbooks and other pilot resources. These resources help students prepare for exams and medical requirements.

Cactus Aviation supports foreign students who come to the United States for flight training. It maintains a jobs page for flight crew positions. The school provides access to required student and renter documents, passenger waivers, and aircraft information through its website. This helps students and renters complete paperwork before arriving at the school.

Services

• Flight training
• Private pilot certificate
• Instrument rating
• Commercial license
• Flight time building
• Discovery flights
• Simulator training
• PSI testing
• Foreign student support
• Finance program assistance