Pelican Flight School is a trusted flight training provider founded in 1985 at North Perry Airport in Hollywood, Florida. Our mission is to deliver a high-quality program that equips students for success in the aviation industry, guided by our motto: “The best safety device in any aircraft is a well-trained pilot!” Thanks to South Florida’s moderate climate and up to 350 days of excellent flying weather, our students enjoy more flight time and less waiting for clear skies. We are a bilingual school, offering instruction in English and Spanish.
At North Perry Airport—conveniently located near Miami International, Opa-Locka, and Fort Lauderdale—students train in both busy airspaces and the quieter Florida Everglades. This provides valuable, real-world experience while developing the skills needed to fly confidently and safely. Over the past 35 years, Pelican Flight School has awarded more than 1,000 private pilot certifications, 800 commercial pilot certifications, 800 multi-engine pilo