Affordable Flight Training in the Minneapolis & St. Paul Metro.
Take the Controls. Book Your Discovery Flight Today.
Stop wondering what it feels like to fly and find out for yourself. Our Discovery Flight is a hands-on, 60-minute introductory lesson over the Twin Cities. You will sit in the pilot's seat, take the controls, and experience the Myotis Aviation difference firsthand alongside one of our elite, independent CFIs.
Zero pressure. No commitment required.
Loggable time. This flight counts toward your Private Pilot License.
Instant Booking. See our live calendar and secure your seat right now.
The Myotis Difference
Train where you live. We operate out of Flying Cloud (KFCM), St. Paul Downtown (KSTP), Crystal (KMIC), Anoka County-Blaine (KANE), Airlake (Lakeville, MN) (KLVN), South St. Paul (KSGS), Lake Elmo (21D), Forest Lake (25D), Buffalo (KCFE), and Glencoe (KGYL).
Whether you are training in a Cessna or getting high-performance time in our Crystal-based 1949 Beechcraft Bonanza, we have the fleet to support your goals. Plane rental options range from $60 to $155 per hour.
Twin Cities Planes
Grumman Yankee Trainer
$60/hr
Sport, Private, Time-building Approved
Beechcraft Sundowner
$90/hr
Private Pilot, Instrument rating, Time-Building Approved
Certified Flight Instructors
Andrew Bot
All Twin Cities Airports
$50 per hour
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Instruction Rate: $50 / hour
Home Airports: Available across the Myotis Twin Cities Network (KFCM, KSTP, KMIC, KANE, KLVN, KSGS)
Alma Mater: University of North Dakota (UND) Aerospace
Specialty: Private Pilot to Commercial Pilot Training, Structured Learning, Aviation Management
Financing Flexibility: Don't let upfront costs ground your goals. By flying with Andrew through the Myotis network, you gain access to flexible flight training financing options. Fund your private pilot's license, instrument rating, or commercial training while keeping your monthly costs manageable.
The Myotis Advantage: Premium, independent instruction at an affordable, transparent rate.
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Andrew Bot brings elite aviation training to the local Twin Cities flight line. As a proud graduate of University of North Dakota (UND) Aerospace program, Andrew holds a double major with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Commercial Aviation and a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Aviation Management.
Andrew understands that great pilots are built through great teaching. During his time at UND, he served as a tutor at the UND Aerospace Learning Center, taking complex aerodynamic and regulatory concepts and making them easy for students to understand. Whether you are stepping into a cockpit for the very first time or looking to finalize your ratings, Andrew’s structured, patient, and highly academic background ensures you get the most value out of every hour you fly.
As an independent CFI partnered with Myotis Aviation, Andrew is dedicated to making high-quality flight instruction accessible and affordable.
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University of North Dakota (UND): Double Major in Commercial Aviation (B.S.) and Aviation Management (B.B.A.).
Honors: Consistently recognized on both the Dean’s List and President’s List for academic excellence.
Scholarship: Proud recipient of the highly competitive James C. Ray Scholarship, awarded to dedicated aviators.
Instruction Experience: Academic Tutor at the UND Aerospace Learning Center.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does it cost to become a pilot in Minnesota?
A: It depends person to person. Factors all include the CFI, the plane, the cost of fuel, and most importantly the speed of learning. Generally speaking students who are focused, preparing for lessons, flying multiple times per week a private pilot will run you around $10,000 based on 50 hours. Always work with your CFI to build out a better quote as prices can vary.
Q: Can I finance my training?
A: At Myotis Aviation we maintain lending partnerships. So even though you are working with am independent CFI it is possible with us?
Q: How do I get started?
A: You can fill out the form below or text or call the Myotis Aviation Number at 507-403-0778.
Q: How much does it cost to be a Myotis student pilot?
A: All Myotis Aviation students pay $130 per month. This covers insurance, study help, scholarship applications assistance, scheduling system access and more.
Fund Your Flight Training. Fly with the Best.
Earning your wings shouldn't drain your savings. Because you are training within the Myotis Aviation network, you gain access to flexible flight training financing. You get the financial backing of a major flight academy, while still keeping the cost savings of working with an independent CFI.
Built for Your Success: The Myotis Ecosystem
Earning a pilot's license requires discipline, ground study, and financial strategy. We don't just hand you the keys; we support your entire journey.
The Myotis Study Hall: Gain access to our structured, focused study hall resources. Designed to help you tackle tough FAA written exam concepts, stay accountable, and maintain laser focus alongside a community of fellow student pilots.
Scholarship Support & Guidance: Don't let finances halt your aviation dreams. We actively assist our student members in finding, applying for, and securing third-party aviation scholarships to help fund their ratings.
Fly with Purpose: Build Hours while Saving Lives
At Myotis Aviation, we believe in training pilots who care about their communities. We are proud to partner with animal rescue organizations to provide unique volunteer opportunities for our pilots and advanced students.
Real-World Career Building: Build your cross-country flight hours while flying real, mission-driven routes.
Command Experience: Act as a critical link in the rescue chain, flying animals from high-kill shelters to their forever homes.
Resume Definer: Stand out to the airlines or commercial operators by showing you didn't just burn holes in the sky—you commanded humanitarian missions.
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