How Compass Aviation Works

Basically, we are a training and equipping environment that provides whatever is needed to help you reach the goal of being fully prepared to serve God in mission aviation using the airplane as His tool.  We offer training for both fully licensed pilots/mechanics as well as training for qualified, non-rated, individuals that are just starting on the path of mission aviation.  Both paths have the same goal of helping you meet the requirements set by the mission aviation org you will be serving with.

Steps to the Mission Field

Step 1 - Earn your Private Pilot's License and/or A&P Certificate.
Note: there are limited training slots available, but Private Pilot and A&P training can be accomplished here at Compass Aviation.

Step 2 - Apply to join Compass Aviation as a Missionary Candidate.  Please email us at [email protected] so we can start the conversation and see how Compass Aviation could be part of the path God has for you.

Step 3 - Complete your FAA Certificates and ratings and required minimum hours.  Once accepted as a Candidate you have access to discounted flight training and very low aircraft rental rates. There is also the opportunity to work in the hangar as a mechanic/mechanic’s helper) and use those hours towards flight training costs. 

Step 4 - Pass the Technical Evaluation (TE) for your chosen missions organization - Compass has a TE Prep course and Cessna Turbo 206 specifically to give you the experience you need to not just pass but to do it with confidence.

Step 5 - Once accepted by your missions org, you will be ready to move overseas and begin field service.

OUR MISSION

Compass Aviation exists to provide future missionary pilot/mechanics with aviation experience in a facility where they can gain the flight hours and maintenance proficiency required by mission organizations.

Maintenance Training

Flight Training

FAQs

Countries where we serve:
- USA.

Countries (and States) where previous staff candidates have served or are serving:
- Papua New Guinea, Madagascar, Honduras, Kenya, Lesotho, Mozambique, South Africa, Uganda, Indonesia, Brazil, North West Territories, Mexico, Alaska and North Carolina. 
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Core Values:
- Strong Christian faith
- Willingness to learn
- Flexibility
- Dedication to excellence

Compass Aviation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.