Maine Instrument Flight (MIF)

Program Overview

Maine Instrument Flight, established in 1946, is one of the oldest civilian flight schools in the U.S. It is the only FAA-certified Part 141 flight school in Maine, offering courses for private pilot, instrument rating, commercial pilot, multi-engine rating, and various flight instructor certifications.

Program Highlights

In the Fall of 2013, the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA), in conjunction with Maine Instrument Flight, introduced a new four-year degree program. The new course of study allows students to obtain a bachelor’s degree in aviation and obtain their pilot certificates. MIF also offers advanced training for qualified veterans and active duty personnel following their private pilot certificate. For flight students using Montgomery G.I. Bill benefits, the Veterans Administration (V.A.) will cover 60% of their training costs. Additionally, Post 9/11 benefits may cover up to 100% of training expenses.

License / Certificates

• Private Pilot
• Instrument rating
• Commercial pilot
• CFI
• CFII
• Multi-engine
• Multi-engine instructor

School Locations

Maine. Facilities in Bangor, Augusta, and Brunswick

Value

In connection with the University of Maine at Augusta, we are able to offer several student financing options including Sallie Mae, FAFSA, FAME, and Yellow Ribbon Program. Total cost of the program through UMA is $96,000. Students will finish the program with a Bachelor of Science in Aviation.

Students attending flight training directly through Maine Instrument Flight can expect a total program cost of $70,000. Multiple private lending options are available.

School Fleet

The fleet includes four Cirrus SR-20s, six Beechcraft sports, six Beechcraft sundowners, one Beechcraft Sierra, two Piper Pilot 100is, and one Beechcraft Duchess.