Fly Consistently
An 11-aircraft fleet helps keep your training moving, so weather, maintenance, and scheduling do not slow your progress more than they should.
Accelerated Flight Training
in Wayne County, NC
Begin your flight training at a Part 61 and Part 141 Flight School near Goldsboro, North Carolina, at Wayne Executive Jetport (KGWW) in Pikeville, NC, and earn FAA ratings in a short time.
5.0 Rated Flight School
- 11 Modern Glass Cockpit Aircraft
- Airline Pilot CFIs
- Affordable On-Site Housing
- ~8 Months to 5 FAA Ratings Track
Your Flight Training Home
At the Heart of Wayne County, NC
Train where your daily schedule, mentorship, and housing support are built around one outcome: steady progress toward the cockpit.
Train With Airline Pilot CFIs
You learn from instructors who understand professional standards, so each lesson builds the habits you need beyond the checkride.
Stay Close To Training
Affordable student housing options remove one major planning problem, so you can focus your time, energy, and budget on flying.
Meticulous Training
Built on Excellence
M2A Aviation Academy is dedicated to one mission: your success. Rooted in discipline and excellence, your academy offers a comprehensive Professional Pilot Track covering 5 FAA certificates, from Private Pilot to Certified Flight Instructor Instrument.
You train with a senior team with decades of experience across general aviation, commercial operations, Parts 91, 121, 125, and 135, and military flying, so you get mentorship built around the standards needed to reach the major airlines.
Part 61 and 141 
Don't Take Our
Word For It
We don't just train students. We build wingmen. See what pilots who trained at our Part 61 and 141 flight school near Goldsboro, NC have to say about the M2A Standard.
"I had an amazing experience with my Private Pilot License (PPL) training. The airplanes are top-notch, and the instructors are incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Most of them are veteran military pilots, which makes them great people to talk to and fly with. They have DPE there, and there's no delay on check rides! Overall it's a fun place to learn how to fly."
Andrew Beene
Read original"True professionals! Incredible training for military pilots or civilians from PPL all the way to ATP. M2A instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, and patient and will help you achieve your flying goals. Reasonably priced. Tightly run organization led ex fighter pilot and United Captain"
Chris Ogrosky
Read original"I had a great experience while earning my multi-engine add-on rating. The entire team was knowledgeable, professional, and extremely helpful throughout the process. The instructors were top-notch very skilled, approachable, and invested in helping me succeed. I would highly recommend to anyone pursuing flight training."
James Spencer
Read original"Great experience flying with them, good training products, great instruction, and awesome flight training."
Jared Greene
Read original"M2A was incredibly helpful with scheduling and resourcing all of the non-flying training. For the flying portion their staff and IPs were amenable to all last minute requests and made the flying training efficient and professional. The aircraft were great to fly."
Adam Darrow
Read original"I had an amazing experience with my Private Pilot License (PPL) training. The airplanes are top-notch, and the instructors are incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Most of them are veteran military pilots, which makes them great people to talk to and fly with. They have DPE there, and there's no delay on check rides! Overall it's a fun place to learn how to fly."
Andrew Beene
Read original"True professionals! Incredible training for military pilots or civilians from PPL all the way to ATP. M2A instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, and patient and will help you achieve your flying goals. Reasonably priced. Tightly run organization led ex fighter pilot and United Captain"
Chris Ogrosky
Read original"I had an amazing experience with my Private Pilot License (PPL) training. The airplanes are top-notch, and the instructors are incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Most of them are veteran military pilots, which makes them great people to talk to and fly with. They have DPE there, and there's no delay on check rides! Overall it's a fun place to learn how to fly."
Andrew Beene
Read original"True professionals! Incredible training for military pilots or civilians from PPL all the way to ATP. M2A instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, and patient and will help you achieve your flying goals. Reasonably priced. Tightly run organization led ex fighter pilot and United Captain"
Chris Ogrosky
Read original"I had a great experience while earning my multi-engine add-on rating. The entire team was knowledgeable, professional, and extremely helpful throughout the process. The instructors were top-notch very skilled, approachable, and invested in helping me succeed. I would highly recommend to anyone pursuing flight training."
James Spencer
Read original"Great experience flying with them, good training products, great instruction, and awesome flight training."
Jared Greene
Read original"M2A was incredibly helpful with scheduling and resourcing all of the non-flying training. For the flying portion their staff and IPs were amenable to all last minute requests and made the flying training efficient and professional. The aircraft were great to fly."
Adam Darrow
Read original"I had an amazing experience with my Private Pilot License (PPL) training. The airplanes are top-notch, and the instructors are incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Most of them are veteran military pilots, which makes them great people to talk to and fly with. They have DPE there, and there's no delay on check rides! Overall it's a fun place to learn how to fly."
Andrew Beene
Read original"True professionals! Incredible training for military pilots or civilians from PPL all the way to ATP. M2A instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, and patient and will help you achieve your flying goals. Reasonably priced. Tightly run organization led ex fighter pilot and United Captain"
Chris Ogrosky
Read original"I had an amazing experience with my Private Pilot License (PPL) training. The airplanes are top-notch, and the instructors are incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Most of them are veteran military pilots, which makes them great people to talk to and fly with. They have DPE there, and there's no delay on check rides! Overall it's a fun place to learn how to fly."
Andrew Beene
Read original"True professionals! Incredible training for military pilots or civilians from PPL all the way to ATP. M2A instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, and patient and will help you achieve your flying goals. Reasonably priced. Tightly run organization led ex fighter pilot and United Captain"
Chris Ogrosky
Read original"I had a great experience while earning my multi-engine add-on rating. The entire team was knowledgeable, professional, and extremely helpful throughout the process. The instructors were top-notch very skilled, approachable, and invested in helping me succeed. I would highly recommend to anyone pursuing flight training."
James Spencer
Read original"Great experience flying with them, good training products, great instruction, and awesome flight training."
Jared Greene
Read original"M2A was incredibly helpful with scheduling and resourcing all of the non-flying training. For the flying portion their staff and IPs were amenable to all last minute requests and made the flying training efficient and professional. The aircraft were great to fly."
Adam Darrow
Read original"I had an amazing experience with my Private Pilot License (PPL) training. The airplanes are top-notch, and the instructors are incredibly professional and knowledgeable. Most of them are veteran military pilots, which makes them great people to talk to and fly with. They have DPE there, and there's no delay on check rides! Overall it's a fun place to learn how to fly."
Andrew Beene
Read original"True professionals! Incredible training for military pilots or civilians from PPL all the way to ATP. M2A instructors are knowledgeable, experienced, and patient and will help you achieve your flying goals. Reasonably priced. Tightly run organization led ex fighter pilot and United Captain"
Chris Ogrosky
Read original
How to Get Started
Four steps to plan your training and start date:
1
Schedule
Your Tour
See our fleet and meet the instructors at Wayne Executive Jetport. Out of town? Call us at (910) 900-8043 to discuss your goals remotely.
Contact M2A NowFill the contact form in just 3 minutes
2
Secure Your
FAA Medical
A Third Class FAA Medical Certificate is required for the Professional Pilot Track. Find an authorized examiner near you to get started.
Find an AMESearch from the Official FAA AME Listing
3
Secure Your
Financing
Whether paying out-of-pocket or through our lending partners, we'll help you secure the funding to fuel your 8 to 10 month training journey.
Discuss FinancingGet the best fit from our financing specialists
4
Enroll In
A Program
Select your program and secure a start date. Applicants will undergo an interview and assessment to ensure a career fit.
Explore Training ProgramsFind the best fit for your career goals
Train with an
award-winning team
Meet the Team
Guiding Your Journey
At M2A Aviation Academy, you aren’t just a student, you are a future wingman training with the real deal. Our team of airline pilots and USAF veterans built this academy on mentorship and hard work.
Transparent Pricing,
No Hidden Costs
Whether you are pursuing our all-inclusive Professional Pilot Track or seeking individual Part 61 ratings, we provide a clear path to success. With senior instructors, on-site housing options, and a fleet of technically advanced aircraft, we eliminate the waitlists and hidden fees common in flight training. Learn what to compare in our fast track pilot training guide.
$77,000
Professional Pilot Track
A full-time professional pilot program built for future airline pilots, with Part 61 and 141 training, affordable h...
See Program DetailsBest for full-time, airline-focused career training
$14,500
Private Pilot Certificate
The foundational step in your aviation journey. A structured Part 61 course designed to build safe, competent, and...
See Program DetailsBest for starting an aviation journey with structure
$14,000
Instrument Rating (IR)
Master the art of precision flying. Our Part 61 Instrument Rating course equips you with the skills to fly safely i...
See Program DetailsBest for flying with confidence beyond fair weather
$38,000
Commercial Pilot Certificate
Transition from aviator to professional. Master precision, flying, complex operations, and the standard required to...
See Program DetailsTurning pilot skills into professional standards
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From Our Blog
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Master the Skies
with the Elite
M2A Aviation Academy is a labor of love from a group of professionals 'paying it forward.' We aren't just looking for students; we are looking for our future first officers, copilots, and wingmen to join our ranks.
- Decades of collective GA, military, and commercial experience.
- Mentorship from active airline pilots who advocate for your success.
- A mission-focused environment built on professional standards.
- Guaranteed CFI employment for those who excel in the course.
- Direct career incentives and paths to our Part 135 companies.
Enroll With Us Today
Join our career-focused programs designed by
who really understands the industry
Inside & Out
Aircraft Services
At M2A Aviation Academy, we don't just fly; we ensure our fleet is maintained to the highest industry standards. Inside & Out Aircraft Services is our premier in-house maintenance branch, providing quality avionics installs, repairs, and comprehensive service.
Your safety and training consistency are our top priorities. Inside & Out serves as your one-stop shop for avionics, FAA certifications, and routine maintenance. By keeping our maintenance in-house, we eliminate the delays common at other flight schools, ensuring our Piper fleet is always ready for your next mission.
To learn more about Inside & Out Aircraft Services, visit insideandoutaircraftservices.com.
On-Site
Affordable Housing
Accelerate your journey to the airlines with convenient living options. For students enrolled in our Professional Pilot Track, we offer fully furnished comfortable apartments for a minuscule fee as part of our affordable housing options. Located a short 10 minutes away from our training facility. Allowing you to focus 100% on your flight hours and ground school.
Master the
Art of Precision
Short field operations are where true pilots are forged. Watch our precise approach and maximum-performance climb techniques in action. We don't just teach you how to fly; we teach you how to master the aircraft's limits with absolute safety and control.
The Ultimate
Energy Management
Precision is non-negotiable when the engine goes quiet. The Power-Off 180 maneuver is the true test of a pilot's judgment and energy management. Watch how we train our students to hit the mark every single time, ensuring total confidence in any landing scenario.
Launch Your Airline Career:
Earn Your Degree & Fly on Your Terms
Take a look at Jaden E. and Savannah K.,two M2A graduates who did exactly that. They earned their degrees through Liberty University while completing their Private Pilot, Instrument (IFR), Commercial, and Multi-Engine ratings with us. Today, they are flying professionally because they chose a clear, supportive path designed for student success.
We know how frustrating waitlists and broken airplanes can be. That is why we manage our own in-house maintenance and fly a modern, 11-aircraft glass-cockpit fleet. You will train with supportive, experienced mentors who guide you every step of the way, making sure you reach your goals on your schedule.
Define Your Mission.
Let’s Reach the Majors Together!
Your first step at M2A is defining that goal, as it will shape your standards, timeline, and path to the cockpit. Whether you are aiming for the airlines or mastering a new rating, we are here to provide the roadmap and the mentorship to get you there. Define your mission today, and let’s start your training plan.