Spartan Education Group Introduces Spartan Flight Academy to Grand Prairie, TX with Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony & Aircraft Takeoff Celebration

(Grand Prairie, TX, March 3, 2026) —  Spartan Education Group (SEG) announces the continued expansion of its national pilot training network with the introduction of Spartan Flight Academy in Grand Prairie, Texas.  

Spartan Flight Academy will host an official “Takeoff & Ribbon Cutting”  event on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the flight training campus in Grand Prairie. The celebration will take place inside the Academy’s hangar and marks an important milestone in expanding access to professional pilot training in the Dallas–Fort Worth region. 

“We are thrilled to officially enter the Dallas–Fort Worth market with Spartan Flight Academy,” said Rob Polston, Chief Executive Officer of Spartan Education Group. “Expanding into this community represents an important step in Spartan’s continued growth. We look forward to serving aspiring pilots in the region and building strong partnerships that support access to flight training.” 

Located at Grand Prairie Municipal Airport (KGPM), Spartan Flight Academy provides FAA Part 61 flight training in an active, towered airport environment that mirrors real-world aviation operations. The Academy offers instruction for Private Pilot, Instrument, Commercial, Multi-Engine, and Certified Flight Instructor certificates and ratings, supported by a modern training fleet and advanced simulation tools. 

The celebratory event will feature a ceremonial ribbon cutting, remarks from leadership, facility tours, and opportunities for attendees to meet instructors and staff. Community members, aviation partners, local officials, current students, prospective students, and media are invited to attend. 

Event Details 

What: “Takeoff & Ribbon Cutting” – Spartan Flight Academy Grand Opening 
When: Wednesday, March 18, 2026 
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM 
Where: Spartan Flight Academy Campus (Event in the hangar) 
3122 S Great SW Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX 75052 

The event is free and open to the public. 

For additional information or to register, visit SpartanFlightAcademy.com  

Spartan Flight Academy is part of the Spartan Education Group (SEG) and is affiliated with Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology. Spartan College traces its origins to 1928. 

SEG owns and operates several flight and aviation technical training locations across the United States, including Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, with campuses in the following areas Tulsa, Oklahoma; Broomfield, Colorado; Inglewood, California; and Riverside, California; McAir Aviation, an FAA Part 141 flight training partner based in Broomfield, Colorado, with a newly opened second training location in Watkins, Colorado; Illinois Aviation Academy, an FAA Part 141 flight training partner located in West Chicago; and newly acquired  Spartan Flight Academy, an FAA Part 61 operation in Grand Prairie, Texas. Each institution operates under its own regulatory approvals, certifications, and institutional framework. Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology campuses have trained more than 100,000 technicians and pilots since 1928.SEG’s mission is to provide aviation training that combines hands-on experience, industry partnerships, and a strong focus on student achievement. With more than 97 years of experience through Spartan College, SEG continues to expand its nationwide impact by offering pathways for aspiring pilots, technicians, and aviation professionals.  

About Spartan Flight Academy 

Spartan Flight Academy (SFA), part of Spartan Education Group (SEG), provides professional pilot training under FAA Part 61 at Grand Prairie Municipal Airport (KGPM) in Texas. The academy operates a fleet of Cessna 172 aircraft, including glass-cockpit models, and advanced simulation equipment used for flight instruction under FAA guidelines for Private, Instrument, and Commercial Pilot certificates and ratings. Located in the Dallas-Fort Worth metro area, SFA is affiliated with Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, which traces its origins to 1928. 

Spartan Flight Academy offers non-Title IV, non-accredited FAA Part 61 training that is not eligible for federal student aid and operates independently from Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology. Completion of training does not guarantee certification or employment. 

About Spartan Education Group  

Spartan Education Group, LLC (SEG), headquartered in Chicago, IL, owns and operates several aviation training schools. McAir Aviation, in Broomfield, CO, and Illinois Aviation Academy, in West Chicago, IL, are FAA-approved flight schools. Separately, SEG owns Spartan College of Aeronautics and Technology, a system of three schools with four locations in the Tulsa, Denver, Los Angeles and Inland Empire areas. Programs, credential levels, technology, scheduling options, accreditation, and licensing vary by campus and are subject to change. Third-party certifications and employment opportunities are not guaranteed. 

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