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The pilots who finished at CRAFT, in their own words. Video clips, photos, and quotes from accelerated IFR, CPL, CFI, Multi, and self-paced students.

4.9★★★★★
Average Rating
96%
First-Time Pass Rate
100+
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IFR · 7 Days

Thomas Brainsky

Accelerated IFR Student
★★★★★

“If you are looking for a solid accelerated flight school, you really need to check this place out. I spent far too long ‘saving money’ while spending way more than I saved because I couldn’t stay proficient. I picked CRAFT and recently went down to CHS and did their accelerated IFR course. 6 full days of ground instruction, simulator and plenty of time in the sky. Matt was my instructor. Very personable, knowledgeable and patient. He helped me work through anything that wasn’t fully clicking either in my head or in the airplane. Their fleet of DA40NG aircraft are all in decent shape. They even managed to keep me and my dedicated instructor in the same tail number the entire time. Your check ride is already scheduled for day 7 so there is no worry about not flying. These guys are so good that they have planes and pilots that can send you a rescue plane to your check ride if something mechanically fails on the plane you have at the time. They are capable of so much more than most schools and from a fleet quality and support perspective, they really do stand out.”

Photo Testimonials

The students
who finished.

Pulled straight from our Google reviews. Tap a program chip above to filter.

IFR
★★★★★

“I completed the accelerated IFR course with Craft and on day 7 passed my instrument check ride. Craft was able to get me in within a month of contacting them, and assigned one instructor to me for the duration of the course.”

KW
Kat White
Accelerated IFR · Google Review
IFR
★★★★★

“Flew every day for 6 days, check-ride pass on the 7th day and then flew back home on the 8th. Exactly what I wanted! Also conveniently located at Charleston Int’l airport.”

DW
Daniel Wilson
Accelerated IFR · Google Review
MULTI
★★★★★

“Barry and his team at CRAFT were fantastic. The price for the accelerated multi may steer you away, but trust me it is DEFINITELY worth it! They take excellent care of the aircraft, they sort the DPE out for you, and actually answer.”

MM
Michael Meilinger
Accelerated Multi-Engine · Google Review
MULTI
★★★★★

“Quality instructors, great Diamonds and great weather! I came to Craft CHS to finish my commercial multi engine add-on after getting burned by a big pilot mill & bad weather in the midwest. Six hours, three days – check ride pass. 5/5”

SK
Sam Kramer
Commercial Multi Add-On · Google Review
COMMERCIAL
★★★★★

“Really wish I had started here. Fast paced, straight forward, and successful. If you have the drive, this place is perfect for knocking out your next certificate. Exactly what I needed to get me across the finish line. Shout out to Tyler! Every expectation met!”

D
David
Accelerated Commercial · Google Review
COMMERCIAL
★★★★★

“Top notch training! I just finished their accelerated commercial program. Keegan was an awesome instructor. Thank you CRAFT!”

JT
Joshua T
Accelerated Commercial · Google Review
CFII
★★★★★

“Came for an accelerated CFII. We got it done. My CFII, Brad was excellent, knowledgeable, great sense of humor, and very relaxing to fly with. Amber at the desk was wonderful and made sure we had the right plane at the right times.”

PC
Paul Case
Accelerated CFII · Google Review
CFII
★★★★★

“Did my CFII in less than a week. My instructor, Wells was very knowledgeable. DPE was excellent, very nice.”

AP
Adar Polachek
Accelerated CFII · Google Review
CFI
★★★★★

“Recently completed my Accelerated CFI and CFII at CRAFT. It was a very well organized course and I flew constantly which kept me proficient and confident in my flying. The staff was helpful and professional.”

SB
Skyler Behn
Accelerated CFI + CFII · Google Review
PRIVATE
★★★★★

“I can’t say enough about how great CRAFT is. Earned my pilot’s license in less than 4 months and in 43 hours on top of having a full time job. This school truly puts their students first and keeps costs reasonable.”

TH
Taylor Howes
Private Pilot · Google Review
PRIVATE
★★★★★

“After working on my PPL for quite a few years I finally got it finished with Craft. Jeremy was my CFI and I can’t recommend him enough. The most knowledgeable guy I’ve ever flown with, and I’ve flown with quite a few instructors.”

TG
Thomas Gardner
Private Pilot · Google Review
DISCOVERY
★★★★★

“I had an outstanding experience working with Parker! I really enjoyed my discovery flight, he did a great job answering all of my questions and made the entire experience super informative and enjoyable. I highly recommend!”

MR
Mallory Riske
Discovery Flight · Google Review
IFR
★★★★★

“Would definitely recommend this flight school for their IR finish up program. I traveled down from NJ and had a lot of nerves, never having flown a DA40 or glass panel, and unfamiliar with the area. CHS Class C is no joke. Overall gained a lot.”

JW
Jules Weiss
IFR Finish-Up · Google Review
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