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About Us

Lytle Aviation LLC is a Part 61 flight school based at Abilene Regional Airport (ABI) in the Abilene Aero building. Located in class Charlie airspace, this makes the perfect place to flight train within controlled airspace. Our designated practice areas are never congested so you do not have to worry about conflicting traffic. Abilene Tx is a vibrant city with a population of about 126,000. There is always something to do in downtown Abilene including live music venues, performing arts centers, museums, historic theatre, dining and shopping. So, when you need a break from flight training, Abilene has the entertainment for you

Flight Simulator

Flight Simulator

A flight simulator is a virtual reality system capable of simulating the environment of a flying machine for a pilot.

Cockpit Training

Cockpit Training

The course is divided into two parts: ground training and flight training. People who are successfully licensed through training may go on to pursue employment with an airline.

Lytle Aviation and Abilene Aero

Preparing pilots for their aviation career in Abilene, Texas

Airlines are experiencing a critically high demand for new pilots and predicting over 600,000 job openings by 2036.
Prepare for your future career by flight training in Abilene, Texas.
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Our Courses

The Most Experienced in Abilene

Aviation flight training is a fantastic opportunity that will provide you with great skills and give you a new and distinct viewpoint. It has the possibility to get you to where you want to go in much less time than other travel.

For several pilots, flight school is much more about having fun than it is about being functional. Do you constantly gaze up at the sky when you hear a jet or notice the hypnotic drone of a tiny plane flying? The sound of an airplane is the greatest feeling in the world for many pilots. It signals the freedom to travel wherever and whenever you want. Flying is one of the most enjoyable and demanding things you will ever undertake, which is part of the reason it is so gratifying. However, to participate in flight training you must first seek out a flight school with effective instructors who offer comprehensive flight instruction. Their knowledge, combined with your hard work and determination, is all that stands between you and the skills you need to take to the air.

If you are looking to pursue flying, learn more about our flight school. We can tell you more about what we offer and how we can be of help to you in the Abilene, Texas area.
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Private Pilot License

Private Pilot License

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Commercial Pilot License

Commercial Pilot License

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(ME) Multi Engine

(ME) Multi Engine

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Instrument Rating

Instrument Rating

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Flight Instructor Course

Flight Instructor Course

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Gliem Ground School

Gliem Ground School

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Expert Instructors

Meet The Owner

Bryce Stickney

Lytle Aviation Owner, Chief Flight Instructor
Bryce is an experienced flight instructor who has successfully trained over 500 private, instrument, and commercial pilots. For the last 15 years, he's also provided recreation training and flight reviews. Bryce has 6000 total hours of experience, and 5000 of that is in teaching. Bryce loves seeing the country from a bird's eye view. Some of the coolest places he's flown are Farbanks, AK Ontario, Canada and UT. Bryce is family-oriented. One of his most significant accomplishments was teaching his Dad to fly.

Stephanie Giliotti

Flight Instructor

Steven Hitchins

Pilot Instructor
Steven grew up in Ohio and went to school at Purdue University in Indiana, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in earth and space science education. He is from a family of pilots, has been around aviation his entire life, and has been flying since he was fourteen. Steven has experience flying over 12 different types of airplanes in states all over the country including Florida and Alaska. He has around 725 hours, CFI, MEL, SES, and over 100 hours of Tailwheel. Outside of flying, Steven loves listening to and writing music, camping, and hiking. A motto he holds dear: “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.”

Get The Best Expertise And Your License With Lytle Aviation

Every journey begins with a single step. Start your aviation journey with a Discovery Flight!
“Would you like to see what it is like to be a pilot? Book a discovery flight with us and we will take you to the skies! 
*Please book at least 48hrs in advance.
*Passengers are welcome, but the total weight of passengers (including yourself) cannot exceed 300lbs due to the weight and balance of our aircraft.

*Please have the completed waiver filled out when they arrive for their discovery flight.

REDBIRD

$165/hr

REdbird TD2 HoriZon

 $100/hr

*Please have the completed waiver filled out when they arrive for their discovery flight.

Please book a Discovery flight
48 hours in advance