Leadville Flying Club

01/31/2026

01/31/2026

Runway clearing mountain style!

This is one way to clear the runway after a slight dusting of snow! Wintertime is a fantastic time to fly, come take a scenic tour with us!!

10/27/2025

If you’ve ever dreamed of flying in one of the most beautiful places in Colorado, now’s your chance. ✈️ Join the Leadville Flying Club and be part of a community of pilots and aviation enthusiasts who share a passion for adventure, learning, and the freedom of the skies.

Come see the view from our hangar — and maybe your next flight starts here.

Winter is on the horizon! It's beautiful to see the snowcapped mountains from our view each day!

10/21/2025

Whether the snow just starting to fall like this week or melting away like last spring, these mountain tops always look better frosted with snow! We are getting excited for this winter season! What are you looking forward to the most?

10/20/2025

We love showing off our area to locals and tourists alike! Whether you are a pilot or a wanna be pilot, let us take you for a ride above and around the scenic views of Leadville! Reach out today for a scenic tour or discovery flight, and you'll see why we love flying around here so much!

10/17/2025

Hangar views never get old...especially in Leadville on mornings like this!

10/14/2025

✨ Moonrise over the Rockies ✨ There’s nothing quite like watching the moon hang above Colorado’s peaks from the cockpit. Mornings like this remind us why we fly — for the beauty, the freedom, and the endless wonder above the mountains. 🌕✈️

10/10/2025

There’s something magical about flying above the clouds — where sunlight, mist, and mountains meet. ✨This rare “glory” appeared over Leadville on a recent morning flight, a perfect reminder of why we fly: for moments that take your breath away.
Up here, the world feels calm, vast, and full of wonder. 🌤️

10/08/2025

Thank you, Austin for joining us on a Discovery Flight this week! Who's next?

Austin said: "Truly one of the more memorable experiences I’ve had so far in life, and I’ve had my share. I joined Tom for a discovery flight, and he exceeded my expectations in every way. He’s a kind, knowledgeable, and easy going guy on top of being a great pilot and someone you trust to keep you safe. He answered a ton of my questions and walked me through a ton of details that he really didn’t have to do for a basic intro flight like that. I haven’t even mentioned the absolute stunning scenery that you can only witness from the skies. I could not have asked for a better pilot nor a better place to have this experience with than Tom and Leadville Flying Club and this beautiful area of the Rocky Mountains. Cheers. Thanks for everything." 🤙🏻

10/03/2025

Looking forward to more mornings like this! When the colors vividly announce the start of a new day, we can't help but get excited for what's to come!

Have a great weekend, and let's get you up in the air with us soon!

10/01/2025

🌄 Some mornings take your breath away. Flying over Mt. Elbert and Twin Lakes at sunrise reminds us why we chase the skies — for moments like this, where the world feels endless and the mountains glow with possibility.

✨ Adventure is waiting, and it starts the moment you lift off.

09/29/2025

There’s nothing quite like seeing Colorado’s fall colors from the sky 🍂✈️

This shot was captured on a recent scenic flight with the Leadville Flying Club, and it’s a reminder of just how incredible flying can be. Imagine experiencing views like this—not just as a passenger, but as the pilot in command.

There’s no better time to start your journey toward becoming a private pilot. Every lesson brings you closer to becoming a pilot and enjoying the freedom of flying on your own.

Why wait? The skies are open, the mountains are calling, and your pilot’s seat is ready. Start flight instruction today and take the first step toward a lifetime of adventure!

👉 Message us to learn how to get started.