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FINANCING INFORMATIONFlight Training San Diego, CA (KSEE)
SunState Powered by Academy of Aviation — San Diego
1960 Joe Crosson Dr
El Cajon, CA 92020
Admissions: (888) 983-4284
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Flight School at Gillespie Field — San Diego County (KSEE)
SunState Powered by Academy of Aviation is bringing its FAA Part 141 career pilot
program to Gillespie Field (KSEE) in El Cajon — San Diego County's primary general
aviation hub.
The same program that has launched hundreds of professional
pilots from our Kissimmee and Long Beach campuses is coming to San Diego. If you are
in El Cajon, Santee, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, or anywhere across San Diego County, join
the interest list and be first in line when enrollment opens.
Why San Diego Is One of the Best Places to Train for an Airline Career
San Diego County averages over 330 flyable days per year — among the highest in the
continental United States. More flyable days means fewer schedule interruptions,
faster progress through the curriculum, and a more predictable path to
certification.
Gillespie Field sits at the center of one of the most
aviation-dense regions in the country, with Miramar, North Island, and San Diego
International creating a complex military and Class B airspace environment that
builds genuine ATC skill from early in training.
Coastal and mountain terrain
within a single training area adds the kind of geographic complexity that prepares
pilots for the real operating environments they will encounter professionally. For
anyone serious about finishing their ratings efficiently, San Diego is hard to beat.
FAA Part 141 Career Pilot Program
The San Diego campus will offer a full FAA Part 141 career pilot program from zero time through CFI, CFII, and MEI — the same structured curriculum that runs across every SunState and AOA campus in the network. The program covers the full airline pathway: Private Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, and Certified Flight Instructor ratings.
Airline Partnerships — Delta Propel and Republic Airways RJet
The San Diego campus
will participate in two of the most significant airline cadet pipelines in the
country. The Delta Propel program offers a conditional flow offer to Endeavor Air
for students who complete their CFI ratings and instruct at SunState, with a clear
path to Delta Air Lines.
The Republic Airways
RJet Cadet Program connects students directly to one of the largest regional
operators in the country, serving American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air
Lines. Military veterans, career changers, and first-time students are all welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions — San Diego Campus
Where will the San Diego campus be located?
The San Diego campus will be based at Gillespie Field (KSEE) at 1960 Joe Crosson Drive in El Cajon, California — San Diego County's primary general aviation hub, serving students throughout El Cajon, Santee, La Mesa, Lemon Grove, and the broader San Diego region.
How is the flying weather in San Diego?
San Diego County averages over 330 flyable days per year — among the highest in the continental United States. That translates directly into fewer weather cancellations, more consistent training schedules, and a faster path to certification compared to most other markets in the country.
What airspace will I train in at Gillespie Field?
Gillespie Field sits at the center of one of the most complex airspace environments in the country. Students train in proximity to Miramar, North Island, and San Diego International's Class B airspace — a mix of military and commercial aviation activity that builds genuine ATC skill and situational awareness from early in training.
Will the San Diego campus offer the Delta Propel program?
Yes. The San Diego campus will participate in the Delta Propel pathway. Students who complete their flight instructor ratings and instruct at SunState are eligible for a conditional flow offer to Endeavor Air and a clear route to Delta Air Lines.
What program will be offered at the San Diego campus?
The San Diego campus will offer the full FAA Part 141 career pilot program from zero time through CFI, CFII, and MEI — the same structured curriculum that runs across every SunState and AOA campus in the network, covering Private Pilot Certificate, Instrument Rating, Commercial Pilot Certificate, and Certified Flight Instructor ratings.
How do I get notified when enrollment opens in San Diego?
Join the interest list through our contact form and you will be among the first notified when enrollment opens. Early interest list members receive first access to enrollment dates and admissions information.
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- • Your credit will be added 60 days after your referral starts school, and their payment is confirmed.
- • There is no limit. Refer as many friends as you like and keep earning credits toward your flight hours.
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