FIT Aviation - The Best In Aviation Education

Established in 1967, we are a wholly owned subsidiary of Florida Institute of Technology and as an integral part of the College of Aeronautics, we support the aviation program through our flight training activities.

Our motto is “The Best in Aviation Education”. Using the latest in FAA publications for guidance and a very diverse fleet of 35 aircraft, we provide our students with the best in aviation education from Private Pilot through Airline Transport Pilot, and Flight Instructor Airplane, Instrument, Multi-engine. In addition we offer unique courses such as Conventional gear, basic Aerobatic, Complex Instrument, Advanced Cockpit, and Air Taxi.

We are conveniently located at Melbourne International Airport (KMLB), on the east coast of Florida known as the Space Coast. Our weather is ideal to support year round flight operations.

To provide more choices to our flying public, we are operating one of the newest fleets of Cessna aircraft in the country. We are also a Cirrus Pilot Training Center, possessing the flight training and materials to support a check out and rental in this technically advanced aircraft.

While our courses are challenging and demanding, our location on the Florida coast provides for a relaxed and comfortable learning environment