2241 Skylane Drive Denton, TX 76207

About Patton Aviation

The Spirit Of Flying

At Patton Aviation we strive to teach and share flying in a way that promotes safety, foundational flying skills, and fun. With years of experience in general aviation and in the airline industry, we carry over those concepts to the learning environment and offer flying in a unique, one-on-one, and individually tailored way. Whether you want to fly for fun or fly for a living, all your needs are met with our business practices supporting you.

Our Mission

Our Vision

Provide professional aviation training without need of previous aviation experience. Patton Aviation offers complete training courses that will guide you to your desired goal. With over 35 years of experience in aviation, we can make your dreams of becoming a pilot a reality!

Meet Our Team

Janet Patton

Owner, ATP, CFII/MEI, Commercial Lighter-Than-Air Pilot

Janet Patton of Denton, TX has been flying airplanes for over 35 years. A Michigan native, she earned her wings at small airports throughout Southeast Michigan. Janet’s biggest aviation accomplishment was becoming Spirit Airlines first woman pilot in 1996 followed by the first woman Captain in 1998. At American Airlines, Janet was previously a Boeing 737 Captain based at DFW, and is currently a Boeing 777 First Officer flying International flights. With over 20 years at American, she is looking forward to holding wide-body Captain on the Boeing’s 777 or 787 within the next few years. Janet is happy to share the passion of flight with others.

See Our Legacy