Flight school near Clemson, SC
Palmetto Sky Flight School is about 25 minutes from Clemson, South Carolina, at Anderson Regional Airport (KAND). The Part 61 school trains private, instrument, commercial, CFI and CFII pilots in identical Cessna 172s, with full-time career instructors. Your first lesson is a $200 Discovery Flight.
- To
- KAND · Anderson Regional Airport
- Drive
- About 25 minutes away
Clemson to the field.
About 25 minutes away from Clemson — the only part of the trip that happens on the ground.
Flight training close to Clemson
Part 61 training fits around a class or work schedule, and we fly seven days a week until 8:30 PM.
Students aiming at an aviation career can train full time, from the Private Pilot License through the commercial certificate and CFI.
Identical, same-year Cessna 172s mean you can switch airplanes without relearning the cockpit.
Clemson → KAND · Anderson Regional Airport
Directions from Clemson →Flight training for Clemson students
Discovery Flights are $200. For a certificate or rating we quote you individually, because how often you fly is the biggest factor in what training costs.
- 01 Private Pilot LicenseMost students start with the Private Pilot License. It lets you fly yourself, family and friends, and every other certificate builds on it.
- 02 Instrument Rating (IFR)The instrument rating teaches you to fly by reference to the instruments and in the clouds. It makes you a more precise pilot in any weather.
- 03 Commercial Pilot License (CPL)The commercial certificate lets you be paid to fly. It’s the next step toward a career as a pilot.
The training area Clemson students learn over.
Every lesson flies from Anderson Regional Airport (KAND) over the Anderson area — about 25 minutes away from Clemson.
Flight training near Clemson: common questions
Something else about training from Clemson? Call 864-720-3163.
How far is Palmetto Sky Flight School from Clemson?
About 25 minutes by car. We’re at Anderson Regional Airport, 5805 Airport Rd., Anderson, SC 29626.
Can I train on evenings or weekends?
Yes. Flight training runs from 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM, seven days a week, Saturdays and Sundays included.
What is the first step?
Book a $200 Discovery Flight, or call 864-720-3163 and we’ll talk through your goals first.
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