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Discover YOUR Wings! Financing for your career in aviation is available. Hundreds and Hundreds of pilots have learned at Race City since 2014.
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Who wouldn't want to fly a long cross country over Disney World!
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18 Jun 2026
June 17, 2026

Who wouldn’t want to fly a long cross country over Disney World!

Fly With Race City Flight Ops and Discover your Wings! Training to become an airline pilot, you'll want to make sure you're ready. F...
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Fresh fabric on the field! Showing off our brand new windsock, keeping our pilots perfectly aligned and ready for takeoff.
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17 Jun 2026
June 17, 2026

Fresh fabric on the field! Showing off our brand new windsock, keeping our pilots perfectly aligned and ready for takeoff.

Fly With Race City Flight Ops and Discover your Wings! Training to become an airline pilot, you'll want to make sure you're ready. F...
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Race City Fligth Operations Snapback! Clean aviation style. This sky-blue trucker hat features the Race City Flight Operations logo embroidered on the front with check-flag details and a white mesh back to keep you cool on the ramp. Adjustable snapback closure. Perfect condition and ready for its next flight. Buy online or in person!
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June 12, 2026

Race City Fligth Operations Snapback! Clean aviation style. This sky-blue trucker hat features the Race City Flight Operations logo embroidered on the front with check-flag details and a white mesh back to keep you cool on the ramp. Adjustable snapback closure.

Perfect condition and ready for its next flight. Buy online or in person! Fly With Race City Flight Ops and Discover your Wings! ...
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The ultimate meterology classroom!
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08 Jun 2026
June 6, 2026

The ultimate meterology classroom!

Fly With Race City Flight Ops and Discover your Wings! Training to become an airline pilot, you'll want to make sure you're ready. F...
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: What type of weather will you see when there are cumulonimbus clouds out like these you see in the picture?
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03 Jun 2026
June 3, 2026

QUESTION OF THE DAY: What type of weather will you see when there are cumulonimbus clouds out like these you see in the picture?

Fly With Race City Flight Ops and Discover your Wings! Training to become an airline pilot, you'll want to make sure you're ready. F...
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Check out the Hickory Aviation Museum!
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01 Jun 2026
May 30, 2026

Check out the Hickory Aviation Museum!

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The total scholarship is $1600. 2 recipients will be awarded $800 each and 1 honorable mention awarded $100. If you have won in the past you can not apply for a second time but you can if you were the honorable mention. How to Apply: On July 15, Enrolled Students post a picture to either Instagram or Facebook of you with your pet and a caption explaining what inspired you to get into aviation and be sure to TAG US! Don't have a pet? No problem our other hangar mascots Pixie and Dash are always around to snap a photo with!
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24 May 2026
May 23, 2026

The annual “Koty” Scholarship is coming up soon!

The total scholarship is $1600. 2 recipients will be awarded $800 each and 1 honorable mention awarded $100. If you have won in the pas...
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Want to see more views like this? Come check us out here at Race City!
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21 May 2026
May 17, 2026

Want to see more views like this? Come check us out here at Race City!

Fly With Race City Flight Ops and Discover your Wings! Training to become an airline pilot, you'll want to make sure you're ready. F...
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Stop being a "backseat pilot" and start being a literal lifesaver. Our Companion Copilot Course turns nervous passengers into confident right-hand legends. Learn to talk to ATC and land the plane without the sweat. Perfect for partners who want the view and the skill. Enroll today—your pilot will thank you!
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16 May 2026
May 15, 2026

Stop being a “backseat pilot” and start being a literal lifesaver. Our Companion Copilot Course turns nervous passengers into confident right-hand legends. Learn to talk to ATC and land the plane without the sweat. Perfect for partners who want the view and the skill. Enroll today—your pilot will thank you!

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want views like this without the hike, come fly at Race City! The picture was take east of the black mt crest by one of our Instructors on their day off. Some people can't get enough altitude!
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15 May 2026
May 7, 2026

Want views like this without the hike, come fly at Race City!

The picture was take east of the black mt crest by one of our Instructors on their day off. Some people can't get enough altitude! F...
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  • In 1744, the King of England gave away half of North Carolina. This land was part of it. In 1744, King George II granted roughly half of North Carolina — including this exact tract — to a British lord.
  • We are beyond thrilled to announce that Race City Flight Operations is an official Finalist for the 2026 Best of America Small Business Awards! ✈️🏆
  • Maggie took to the skies for her discovery flight—and she got to experience it with someone pretty special in the right seat: her brother, Jackson, our CFII!
  • We are beyond thrilled to announce that Race City Flight Operations is an official Finalist for the 2026 Best of America Small Business Awards! ✈️🏆
  • Before the lake existed, this exact peninsula had already seen 4,000 years of history. Long before Lake Norman Airpark had a single runway, this ground was a seasonal hunting and camping site for the Catawba Indian Nation — chosen for its elevation and its spot along Native trading paths.
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Lake Norman Airport 14A
149 Yeager Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
704-662-6227
Airport Hours of Operation:
The airport is open 24/7

FBO Hours:
Mon – Sat: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday: 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Except these Holidays
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If you’re looking into learning how to fly I would recommend Race City 1000 times! Quality instruction, nice staff, and flexible scheduling. Thank you race city for making my student pilot journey fun!
  
 
  
 
 
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I had my first discovery flight with Ethan and he was very knowledgeable and nice, and was very clear when teaching about the operations of the planes! 100% recommend
  
 
  
 
 
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I love race city flight operations!! Josh is a great instructor!
  
 
  
 
 
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Would highly recommend RaceCity 14A As a flight school and ground training!  This is a family owned and operated business/flight school/FBO that you will not find anywhere quite like it. I did the back-to-back weekend course for the PPL ground school/written test prep. Overall, I’m very pleased and feel like it  prepared me for both the test and an upcoming check ride. Patrick, Nicole, Josh and Kyle are amazing!
  
 
  
 
 
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5 stars is not enough! The whole crew at RCFO is professional, friendly, and genuinely cares about your success as a student. Could not recommend them enough.
  
 
  
 
 
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Race City Flight Operations is hands down the best flight school I have trained with. I have been to three different flight schools prior, and no one even comes close. Race City truly wants you to succeed.

Their organization, knowledge, and attention to detail are the best I have ever seen. They have a clear structure and proven templates to follow that set you up for success instead of leaving you guessing. You always know what is expected and what the next step is.

They also make you feel like part of their family, not just another student. Since switching to Race City, I have seen huge progress in both my flying skills and overall aviation knowledge. I honestly wish I would have started my training with them from day one.

If you are serious about learning to fly and want a school that is fully invested in your success, this is the place to be.
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Had a fantastic experience doing the discovery flight! The owners were phenomenal, so sweet! The flight was very informative and so enjoyable! Definitely recommend it!
  
 
  
 
 
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Our 17 year old had an excellent experience during his discovery flight.  Everyone seems very professional and knowledgeable.  We will be back!
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Our Facilities

Lake Norman Airport 14A
149 Yeager Road
Mooresville, NC 28117
704-662-6227

Statesville Regional Airport
238 Airport Rd
Statesville, NC 28677

FBO Hours:
Mon – Sat: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm 
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