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    559-550-5231 • Fresno, CA (KFAT)

    VA-Approved Flight School

    You've Got the GI Bill®. Here's How to Use It in a Cockpit.

    VA-approved Part 141 flight training at Fresno Yosemite International. Built by TOPGUN instructors who've been where you are. We handle the paperwork — you fly.

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    FAT Terminal Ops: Online

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    Strategic Alignment

    Two Military Backgrounds. Two Paths. Same Destination.

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    Enlisted / Non-Rated Veterans

    Starting from zero? We provide the structural foundation to take you from civilian to commercial airline pilot using your earned benefits.

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    Rated Military Pilots / Rotary Transition

    Already have your wings? Started by military aviators, we specialize in bridging the gap between military rotary time and civilian fixed-wing requirements with accelerated scheduling.

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    VA-Approved Programs at JB Aeronautics

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    Instrument Rating

    The foundation for all professional flight careers.

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    Commercial Pilot Certificate

    Single-Engine & Multi-Engine Add-ons approved.

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    Flight Instructor (CFI/CFII/MEI)

    Turn your training into an income stream while building hours.

    Financial Recon

    Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Ch. 33) may provide substantial annual funding for Part 141 flight training.

    $17,097.67/yr

    Annual GI Bill® Coverage

    “We don't just teach you to fly; we help you navigate the bureaucracy to ensure every cent of your benefit is applied correctly.”

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    The Mission Sequence

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    01. Call the Team

    Initial consult with a retired Naval Aviator who knows the system.

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    02. Build Plan

    Custom curriculum designed around your specific military hours.

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    03. Train

    Accelerated Part 141 syllabus focused on professional proficiency.

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    04. Launch Career

    Mentorship from military aviators who've made the transition themselves.

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    RTP Specialists

    Helicopter Pilots: Your Hours Count. Let's Fill the Gaps.

    Moving from the rotor-head world to a fixed-wing cockpit requires a specific strategic approach. We build a custom training plan to ensure you aren't re-learning what you already know, just adapting your skills to a new airframe.

    Custom Training Plan for Rotor-to-Fixed-Wing
    Accelerated Add-On Ratings
    Airline Prep specifically for Rotary Pilots
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    Cleared for Direct: Veteran Success

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    Andrew Theodotou

    Veteran

    “Transitioning was the hardest part of leaving. Bo and the team at JB didn't just teach me to fly; they gave me a roadmap for the rest of my career.”

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    Ryan Ferrell

    Veteran

    “As a helo pilot, I was worried about my hours being discarded. JB knew exactly how to translate my logbook for civilian certification.”

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    Cory Couture

    Veteran

    “The level of professionalism here is unmatched. It feels like being back in a tactical squadron environment.”

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    Your Service Earned These Benefits. Don't Leave Them on the Table.

    Flight training is the most high-value way to utilize your GI Bill®. Let's build your flight plan today.

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    JB AERONAUTICS

    FAA Part 141 approved career pilot training. Engineered for precision, built for careers. 48+ years of training excellence.

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    Headquarters

    4955 East Andersen Ave, Suite 117
    Fresno, CA 93727

    Fresno Yosemite International Airport (KFAT)

    559-550-5231
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