Welcome!
Since 1968, St. Charles Flying Service has helped thousands of people reach their professional and recreational aviation goals. Our flight school is the only FAA Approved Part 141 Flight School in The St. Louis Metro Area, offering flight training in single and multi-engine aircraft from Light Sport to Airline Transport Pilot, ground school courses, VA approved flight training utilizing your GI Bill and more. At St. Charles Flying Service you’ll get superior training from highly-trained instructors in a friendly, professional environment. Stop Dreaming and Start Flying, at St. Charles Flying Service.
Click or Call to Schedule Your Introductory Flight Today!
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Flood of 2013 News
The wet weather in the spring and early summer of 2013 has proven to be a challenge to our operation. The mighty Mississippi river teased us in April, splashing up against the corner of our outermost building. It returned in June, extending its reach into our field for a week, which tested our will and our mettle. Channel 5 news in St. Louis visited the field and interviewed Dennis Bampton, SCFS president, to get his thoughts on the impact of all this on our business. Here’s the video that aired:
For additional video and pictures, click here. Now that the waters have receded and we are back in our home at KSET, why not come on out and visit us!
Introductory Flight Souvenir Package
Only $15.00!
![]() | Package Includes: - 5x7 Photo in SCFS Frame - Missouri State Sectional - Logbook to Log First Flight - GLEIM Flight Instruction Guide Click here for examples! |
Photos are the Perfect Souvenir of your Adventure at
St. Charles Flying Service
Upon returning to the airport, one of our official photographers will capture the proud moment of you standing in front of the airplane you just flew. Document your introductory flight lesson as a memory you can take with you and share with your family and friends.









