Epic Flight Academy in Ocala, Florida
Welcome to our Ocala flight school! You can now complete your flight training at our location in Ocala, Florida. We are located at the Ocala International Airport (OCF) near Gainesville. Our FAA-approved Part 141 flight school provides a pathway for pilot training for anyone who wants to become a commercial pilot and fly for the airlines. We offer 100% student financing for this structured airline pathway with a high first-time pass rate. We are a full service flight school located at:
1200 SW 60th Ave., Suite A
Ocala, FL 34474-9300
Phone: 386-878-4511
Hours:
Monday-Friday 7am-11pm
Saturday-Sunday 9am-5pm
Training Programs Offered in Ocala:
Individual Pilot Program
Professional Pilot Program
Take a video tour of our Ocala, Florida location!
Where is Ocala?
Ocala is located in Central Florida. How far is Epic’s Ocala location from major airports? Not far at all! Your flight training may take you to nearby Orlando Sanford International Airport or even Tampa International Airport. Gainesville Regional Airport is just a few miles away. With 400 airports in Florida, the sky’s the limit. Is there any better time to start training than right now? Check your eligibility with our online form.
Epic’s Ocala Aircraft Fleet
Cessna 172 Skyhawk
Epic students train in brand new aircraft such as the Cessna 172 with G1000 glass cockpit, the most popular and safe flight training aircraft. Learn to fly in safe, new equipment, and complete your training in a timely manner. Epic is known for its excellent equipment, high pass rate, and highly skilled instructors. What is keeping you from achieving your pilot goals? We are here to help make those dreams come true.
Piper PA-44 Seminole
At Epic, students can earn their single-engine commercial rating as well as their multi-engine ratings. Learning to fly in a glass cockpit offers a tremendous advantage when transferring to the airlines. We’re ready to welcome you into our beautiful aircraft for the view of a lifetime! The twin-engine PA-44 offers a great way to train.
Flight Simulators
One reason Epic has such a high pass rate for FAA exams and checkrides is because our students have the opportunity to train in flight simulators. Advanced Aviation Training Devices (AATD) increase knowledge and skills.
Cost to Attend Flight School
How much does it cost to go to flight school? We break down the complete cost of flight training from private pilot through commercial through instructor. The cost varies between domestic pilots and international pilots. It also varies based on which ratings and certificates you want to earn. Your regular and consistent attendance and completion of flight lessons is critical to your success. Check out our online reviews to see what our students say about training at Epic. We also invite you to stop by and take a discovery flight!
Housing in Ocala
- Aurora St. Leon
- Canterbury Circle
- Canter Luxury Apartments
- Carlton Arms of Ocala
- Carrington Lane
- Estates at Heathbrook
- Grand Reserve
- The Grove
- Highlands at Heathbrook
- Latigo 27
- The Morgan at Ocala
- The Mustang at Ocala
- The Packard
- Paddock Place Apartments
- Pointe Grande Ocala
- Saddleworth Green
- Tuscany Place
Things to Do in the Ocala Area
- Silver Springs State Park offers an oasis, a respite, and glass bottom boats!
- Horseback riding is Ocala’s most famous hobby and outing. Saddle up!
- Appleton Museum of Art holds more than 24,000 objects in its collection.
- Sholom Park invites visitors to enjoy flowers, meadows, and woodland areas.
- Fort King National Historic Landmark is an historic site with an archaeological center.
- The Ocala Drive-In shows the latest movies in a nostalgic setting.
- Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing is a favorite for car fans.
Transportation Around Ocala
- Airports: Ocala International Airport
- Car Rentals: Plenty to choose from, such as Avis, Budget, Enterprise, and Hertz.
- Ride-sharing: Uber and Lyft are everywhere, including Jacksonville!
- Train: Amtrak has a station in Ocala.
- Buses: Hop on SunTran to make your way around Ocala.
Epic Campuses
We invite you to come by and visit us at our other locations. Epic trains aviation professionals for exciting careers! We also invite you to read reviews for our Ocala flight school graduates.