Our Mission

Established in 1981, Orange County Flight Center (OCFC) is a women-owned FAA Part 141 flight school located at John Wayne Airport in Southern California. For more than four decades, OCFC has trained and inspired the next generation of aviation professionals through structured, safety-focused flight education in a real airport environment.
Since inception, more than 12,000 students have trained at OCFC, building careers in commercial aviation, corporate aviation, and private flying. In 2019, the company expanded under new ownership and continued growing its national and international aviation training initiatives while strengthening its commitment to aviation education, workforce development, and student success.
OCFC is proud to provide students with direct exposure to a busy Class C airport environment, helping pilots develop real-world communication, decision-making, and operational skills from the beginning of their training journey. The school offers FAA-approved Part 141 and Part 61 training programs, professional pilot pathways, ground school education, veteran support programs, and international student training opportunities.
As a women-owned aviation enterprise, OCFC is committed to creating opportunities for aspiring aviators from all backgrounds while helping address the future workforce needs of the aviation industry. Through safety, discipline, mentorship, and hands-on aviation education, OCFC continues to prepare students for successful careers in aviation while fostering the next generation of pilots and aerospace professionals.