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Tri-Cities’ Cirrus Training Center · KTRI

A brand‑new Cirrus, not a 50‑year‑old trainer.

The newest Cirrus Training Center, at Tri-Cities Airport in East Tennessee. Your first lesson is in the Cirrus, and no experience is needed.

CLICK HEREWhat it takes
Fleet
SR22T & SR20 G7+
On every Cirrus
The CAPS parachute
Your checkride
With our in-house examiner
Flying
6am – 10pm, seven days

01 · What it takes

On day one, all you need is your ID.

Day oneYour photo ID. That’s all.
Before you fly soloA medical: an hour with an FAA doctor.
For your checkrideThe written test, at your own pace.

Your instructor teaches because they enjoy it, not to build hours for the airlines, and your checkride is with our in-house examiner.

02 · The airplane

The airplane you’ll put your family in.

1The parachuteCAPS. One handle brings the whole airplane down under canopy. Standard on every Cirrus.
2The cabinWide seats, a door on each side, a quiet you can talk over. Built for the people beside you.
3The panelGarmin Perspective: large glass screens and the autopilot you’ll fly behind for years.
  • Top-performing engine
  • Built to go far, fast
  • Carry your family of 4

Two factory-new G7+ SR20s with Safe Return autoland join the line in Q4 2026.

03 · The path

Three to four months to your certificate.

Day 1First flight
Week 6First solo
Week 16Checkride

Two lessons a week. 40 hours is the FAA minimum. Accelerated programs are available.

04 · Arrival

Your first flight, out of Tri-Cities.

Seven quick questions, then ANG calls you to plan it. Serving East Tennessee, Southwest Virginia and Western North Carolina.

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