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High Tide Aviation offers flight schools and training facilities at Cape Fear Regional Jetport (KSUT) in Southport, NC; McKinnon St. Simons Island Airport (KSSI) on St Simons Island, GA; and Wilmington International Airport (ILM) in Wilmington, NC. Specializing in airplane training and advanced helicopter ratings, we provide professional pilot training for commercial licenses, instrument ratings, advanced helicopter certificates, flight instruction, and more. Pursue your aviation dreams through our premier flight training programs. Book an intro flight over North Carolina or Georgia’s scenic coastlines, or call to tour our premier flight schools at either location today!

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Flight Training

Ground School
Sport Pilot Program
Private Pilot
Instrument Rating
Commercial Pilot
Flight Instructor
Multi-Engine Rating
Helicopter Training
University Program
Pilot Proficiency & Finish-Up Training

About High Tide

Our Story & Team
Fleet & Rentals
Redbird FMX Simulator
Financing
News & Events
Work With Us
Visit Us
Our Aerial Tours
Contact Us

Southport Location
(910) 294-5871
4345 Airport Rd SE

Southport, NC 28461
St Simons Island Location
(912) 434-2937
1731 Demere Rd

St Simons Island, GA 31522

Wilmington Location
(910) 294-5871
1817 Aviation Drive

Wilmington, NC 28405

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