At Atlas Flight School, each aircraft is meticulously maintained to the highest standards of safety and reliability, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable flying experience every time you take to the skies.
Whether you’re embarking on your first solo flight or planning a scenic adventure over the landscapes of Wyoming, you can trust our fleet to get you there safely and in style.
The Intrepid Cessna 172N
Often cited as the most popular training aircraft in the world, the Cessna 172’s longevity is a credit to its easy-to-learn handling characteristics, ideal training speed and great-for-learning fuel economy. Atlas Flight School relies on the Cessna 172 for flight training for many reasons, but we’re confident you’ll enjoy our planes as much as we do!
The Iconic Cessna 172M
The Cessna 172M is a beloved four-seat, single-engine aircraft known for its reliability, stability, and ease of handling. Introduced in the early 1970s, this variant of the world’s most-produced airplane features a Lycoming O-320 engine, constant-speed propeller, and dependable tricycle landing gear. With its forgiving flight characteristics and excellent short-field performance, the 172M became a cornerstone of flight training and personal aviation. Decades later, it remains a trusted favorite among student pilots and seasoned flyers alike.
The Valiant Piper Comanche 250
The Piper Comanche 250 is a classic high-performance, single-engine aircraft celebrated for its speed, range, and smooth handling. Introduced in 1958, the Comanche 250 features retractable landing gear, a sleek low-wing design, and a powerful Lycoming O-540 engine producing 250 horsepower. Designed for cross-country flying, it offered pilots impressive cruising speeds and extended range in a comfortable, four-seat cabin. As Piper’s flagship at the time, the Comanche helped define the era of personal and business aviation. Though production ended in the 1970s, the Comanche 250 remains a favorite among vintage aircraft enthusiasts and continues to turn heads on the ramp.
The Legendary Twin-Engine Piper Aztec
The Piper Aztec is a rugged, twin-engine aircraft known for its impressive payload, stability, and dependable cross-country performance. Introduced in the early 1960s, the Aztec features two Lycoming O-540 engines producing 250 horsepower each, giving it strong cruise capability and added confidence in a wide range of flying conditions. With seating for five, a generous useful load of 2,025 lbs, and a 200 lb baggage allowance, the Aztec was designed to carry people, gear, and fuel without compromise. At 65% power, it cruises around 200 MPH and offers an impressive range of approximately 1,200 NM thanks to its 144-gallon fuel capacity. Equipped with modern avionics like the Garmin 430, the Piper Aztec remains a respected classic that continues to serve pilots who value capability, redundancy, and real-world utility.
The Redbird MCX flight simulator
Atlas Flight School’s Redbird is configured with a PA44 Seminole steam gauge panel, allowing students to train in a multi-engine environment that closely mirrors real-world aircraft operations. This setup is ideal for building multi-engine proficiency, improving procedural accuracy, and reinforcing cockpit workflow in a controlled setting.
The MCX is FAA-approved for logging time toward various certificates and ratings and supports both single-pilot and crew-based scenarios. Its modular cockpit design allows for a wide range of training applications, from foundational skill-building to advanced scenario-based training.
With its combination of realism, safety, and flexibility, the Redbird MCX is a valuable tool for accelerating progress and enhancing confidence at every stage of flight training.
