Ocean Springs, Mississippi · Airport 5R2

Your Journey to
the Skies Starts Here

Professional flight training in a relaxed, uncongested environment, with modern aircraft, experienced instructors, and a curriculum built around your goals.

Stop dreaming. Start flying.

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FAA Certified Training
Glass Cockpit Fleet
Airframe Parachutes
Flexible Scheduling

Everything You Need to Fly

From your first introductory flight to advanced ratings, Coast Aero Ventures has a path for every aviation goal.

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Flight Training

Sport, Private, Instrument, Commercial, and CFI programs. Structured paths from first flight to full certification.

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Modern Fleet

Three Light Sport Aircraft with glass cockpits, Garmin avionics, and full airframe parachute systems for maximum safety.

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Discovery Flight

Take the controls for the first time with an experienced CFI. The perfect introduction — no commitment, pure thrill.

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Student Resources

Scheduling tools, study materials, FAA publications, training documents, and links to everything you need to succeed.

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Your schedule.
Your terms.

Most flight schools around here run training like a bus route: fixed stops, fixed times, take it or leave it. We don't do that.

You and your instructor build a schedule together, around your job, your life, your pace. 4 full-time CFIIs and 3 on-call. Book online anytime through FlightCircle — no phone tag, no gatekeeper.

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N169CT and N143CT on the ramp at Ocean Springs Airport
Based at Ocean Springs Airport · 5R2

Flying Should Be Fun,
Accessible & Exciting

Coast Aero Ventures Unlimited is a flight school based at the Ocean Springs Airport on the Gulf Coast of Mississippi. We believe the skies belong to everyone.

Our instructors are skilled, passionate aviators who take genuine pride in guiding students from their very first flight to full certification. We operate a modern fleet of Light Sport Aircraft equipped with glass cockpits and Rotax engines: efficient, fun, and approachable for pilots at every level.

  • Student-first teaching philosophy
  • Modern aircraft with full safety systems
  • Transparent, all-inclusive pricing
  • A real community — not just a schedule
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Modern, Safe, and Built to Teach

Every aircraft features a glass cockpit, Garmin avionics, and a full airframe parachute system — technology that makes learning safer and more intuitive.

N380WT — 2020 Aeropilot Legend 600 Newest N380WT

2020 Aeropilot Legend 600

Most advanced aircraft in our fleet · Light Sport Aircraft

EngineRotax 912iS · Fuel Injected
Efficiency3.5 gal/hr
SafetyAirframe parachute system
$160 /hr wet
N169CT — 2006 Flight Design CTSW N169CT

2006 Flight Design CTSW

Carbon fiber airframe · Rotax 912 · 100 hp

$150 /hr wet
N143CT — 2006 Flight Design CTSW N143CT

2006 Flight Design CTSW

Carbon fiber airframe · Rotax 912 ULS · 100 hp

$150 /hr wet
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No Hidden Fees. Ever.

We believe in honest, upfront pricing. Here's exactly what it costs to train at Coast Aero Ventures.

Aircraft & Instruction

N169CT — Flight Design CTSW $150/hr wet
N143CT — Flight Design CTSW $150/hr wet
N380WT — Aeropilot Legend 600 $160/hr wet
Flight Instruction $60/hr
Elite RC 1 Simulator (AATD) Call for pricing
Discovery / Intro Flight Call for pricing

Program Estimates

Sport Pilot Certificate from $9,820
Private Pilot Certificate from $12,000
Instrument Rating from $8,500
Commercial Pilot Certificate from $15,000
CFI Certificate Call for pricing

All program estimates are based on FAA minimum hours. Actual costs vary by student. Block rates available. Contact us for details.

Learn from the Best on the Gulf Coast

Our team brings decades of real-world flying experience across military, airline, and general aviation, brought directly to your training.

Mark Stevens — Chief Flight Instructor
Mark Stevens
Chief Flight Instructor · CFII / MEL / ATP
Mitchell Tyndall — Flight Instructor
Mitchell Tyndall
Flight Instructor · CFII / MEL
Allison Lensink — Sport Flight Instructor
Allison Lensink
Sport Flight Instructor · CFI-S
Zane Slade — Flight Instructor
Zane Slade
Flight Instructor · CFI
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What Our Students Say

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I recently achieved my Private Pilot's License through Coast Aero, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional the whole time. It was so easy to schedule the aircraft, and Mark, Mitch, and Allison were always great to fly with. They made every lesson worthwhile, and they always keep the plane maintained. You truly get the sense that they care more about the person than the money. 100% recommend.
T A — Private Pilot · Google Review

"The flight training at GCPA is exceptional. The lead instructor, Mark Stevens, is a former Hurricane Hunter, and is a very talented instructor with substantial flying experience in multiple airplane types and conditions."

S T Local Guide · Google Review

"I went through Coast Aero Ventures to get my pilot training and certificate. Mark, Mitchell, and Allison are all amazing. They made learning fun. The school, the airport, everyone around the airport were all helpful."

Casey Foreman Google Review

"Great staff and very good equipment. They have two dedicated Flight Design CTSW 2-passenger aircraft plus a simulator to use in their training programs. Their instruction staff are very accommodating."

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Safety Record

Zero Incidents.
Zero Shortcuts.

Every aircraft in our fleet is maintained to FAA standards with no deferred maintenance, ever. Our instructors follow strict operational procedures on every flight, because we believe safety isn't a checkbox — it's a culture.

Give the Gift of Flight

A discovery flight makes an unforgettable gift for birthdays, holidays, or just because.

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Ready to Start Flying?

Whether you want to book a discovery flight, ask about a program, or just learn more — we'd love to hear from you.

Contact Us Today Call 228-424-3768