Northern Air, Inc

North Idaho’s Premier Flight School

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About Northern Air

We are a Part 61 Flight School

Our all-weather, all -terrain, flying environment contributes to a well rounded education. The airspace is non-congested and provides a wonderful learning atmosphere, while more complex airspace is only a short flight away.

We have been training safe pilots for over 25 years.

Let us help you get your aviation dreams off the ground!

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  • Flight School

    Train with the most experienced flight school in North Idaho.

    We Offer

    Introductory Rides

    Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, CFI, CFII

    Tailwheel, High Performance, Complex, Flight Reviews

  • Scenic Flights

    Want to experience all the beauty North Idaho has to offer?

    Let us be your guide.

    Contact us now to book a scenic flight.

    Makes a great gift!

  • Aerial Telemetry

    Northern Air is the most experienced aerial telemetry team in the region.

    We work with State and Federal Agencies to provide a variety of telemetry services.

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Meet The Flight Crew

  • Dave Parker

    Owner, Airport Manager

    CFII, A&P, AI

  • Nicole Blackmore

    Flight Instructor

    CFII, AGI

  • Cali Iacolucci

    Flight Instructor

    CFI, AGI

  • Justin Kruse

    Flight Instructor

    CFI, AGI, sUAS

  • Wayne Sommers

    Flight Instructor

    ATP, CFII, MEII, Tailwheel

  • Rick Durden

    Flight Instructor

    ATP, CFII, MEI, Tailwheel, Aerobatics

  • Bill Lux

    Flight Instructor

    CFII, MEII, Tailwheel, A&P, sUAS

  • Andrew Foote

    Office Manager

  • Myia Anderson

    Office Manager

    Myia started flying in October of 2023 and has since earned her private pilot certificate and tailwheel endorsement. She is currently working on her instrument rating. She plans to continue her career in aviation as a professional pilot.

Our Fleet of Aircraft

  • N19698 Cessna 172L

    Rental Rate Wet: $185/hr

    Details:

    -TAA (Technically Advanced Aircraft)

    -Used for Private, Instrument, Commercial Training

    -Garmin 430 WAAS

    -115 MPH Cruise

  • N733BT Cessna 172N

    Rental Rate Wet: $185/hr

    Details:

    -Used for Private and Commercial Training

    -Garmin Aera 550 VFR GPS

    -ADSB In/Out; Traffic and Weather

    -115 MPH Cruise

  • N2614G Champion Citabria

    Rental Rate Wet: $185/hr

    Details:

    -Used for Tailwheel & Spin Training

    -Completely Restored, New Fabric and Interior

    -Aileron Spades

    -Aerobatic Capabilities

    -150 HP Engine

    -115 MPH Cruise

  • N52812 Cessna 182P

    Rental Rate Wet: $300/hr

    Details:

    -Used for Contracts, Rental, HP Training

    -STOL Kit

    -Garmin 430

    -Equipped for USFS/DOI Contracts

    -Leather Interior

    -145 MPH Cruise

  • N4809R Cessna T182RG

    Rental Rate Wet: $310/hr

    Details:

    -Used for Contracts, Rental, HP/Complex Training

    -Lycoming TIO-540 Turbo-Charged Engine

    -Hartzell 3-Blade Constant Speed Prop

    -Garmin GTN 650 WAAS GPS

    -180 MPH Cruise