Elite Air Service

05/27/2026

Another student getting closer to one of the biggest milestones in flight training — the first solo flight. ✈️

Jonah recently completed a short cross-country flight to Ionia, MI (Y70) as part of his training and to take care of another important step in the process.

He’s continuing to make great progress, and it won’t be long before he’s flying solo.

Whether you’re ready to start flight training, interested in a discovery flight, or just want to experience aviation from above, we’d love to help you get started.

Send us a message here on facebook or give us a call at 866-933-1551.

05/21/2026

☀️ Flying Season Is Here — And We Can Get You In & Out FAST! ✈️

Aircraft downtime is frustrating. Good weather slips away. Trips get delayed. Short flying seasons feel even shorter when your airplane is stuck waiting weeks—or months—for shop time.

That’s why NOW is the perfect time to get your aircraft scheduled with.

We currently have availability for maintenance, upgrades, inspections, and performance modifications — with the team, facility, and manpower to keep your aircraft moving instead of sitting.

Just take a look at this upgraded 1955, now equipped with a complete STOL package for serious backcountry capability and improved short-field performance.

✅ Wing extensions
✅ Modified wingtips
✅ Flap gap seals
✅ Precision installation
✅ Seamless paint match from our in-house paint shop

No bouncing between vendors.
No waiting on separate paint schedules.
No wondering when your airplane will finally be done.

From maintenance and modifications to paint and finishing work, Elite coordinates projects under one roof to help reduce downtime and get you back in the air faster.

Whether you're preparing for:
🏔️ Backcountry adventures
🌲 Remote strips & rough fields
🛬 Better low-speed handling
✈️ Summer travel season
🔧 Long-overdue upgrades

…our team is ready NOW.

But prime flying season openings don’t last long.

📞 Call Zack at (866) 500-8895 for a free estimate

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05/20/2026

🔥 WE’RE HIRING AT ELITE AIR SERVICE ✈️

Looking for a career where your craftsmanship actually matters?
Join a local, family-owned aviation team right here in Coldwater, MI.

We’re currently looking for:
🔧 Airframe & Powerplant Mechanics (A&P)
🎨 Experienced Aircraft Painters

✔ Year-round steady work
✔ Tight-knit, supportive team
✔ Quality-first environment
✔ Work close to home
✔ Build something you can be proud of

If you take pride in precision, attention to detail, and working with a crew that values quality over chaos… we’d love to talk with you.

📍 Coldwater, Michigan
👇 Apply using the links in the comments!

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05/16/2026

✈️ Piper Saratoga Update — Almost Ready for Summer! 🎨

Bob Rivard’s Piper Saratoga is getting close to the finish line. We’ve completed laying down the colors and stripes, and now it’s onto the final steps — clear coat and reassembly.

While the aircraft is being reassembled, our maintenance team will also be completing its annual inspection, getting everything ready just in time for the summer flying season.

If you’ve been thinking about a custom paint scheme or giving your aircraft a fresh new look, now’s a great time to start planning.

📞 Call Zack at 866-500-8895

Elite Air Service — A Legacy of Trust in Aviation. ✈️

05/16/2026

With the weather finally starting to look like it’s improving, Lilly and her instructor were able to get back up in the air and start working on her Checkride prep again. ✈️

She did an awesome job as usual and continues to impress every time they fly. It’s always rewarding watching students build confidence and move closer to achieving their goals in aviation.

If you’ve been wanting to take the next step toward learning to fly, would like to schedule a discovery flight, or just want to go for a scenic plane ride, send us a message here or call us at 866-933-1551 today to get scheduled.

05/11/2026

✈️ SCHOOL’S OUT. THE SKY IS OPEN. MAKE THE MOST OF SUMMER ✈️

College students are coming home for the summer… and this might be the perfect time to finally start something unforgettable.

Whether you’ve always dreamed of becoming a pilot, want to build hours toward a career in aviation, or just want to experience the freedom of flight, Elite Air Service Flight School makes it easier than ever to get started.

✔️ Flexible “Pay-As-You-Go” Training
✔️ No Massive Upfront Commitments
✔️ Day, Evening & Weekend Scheduling
✔️ Experienced Instructors
✔️ Flight Simulator Training Available
✔️ Rental Aircraft Access for Approved Pilots
✔️ Private Pilot, Instrument, Tailwheel & High-Performance Training

At Elite Air Service, we know life doesn’t stop just because you want to learn to fly. That’s why our training is built around YOUR schedule — whether you’re home from college, balancing work, or just looking for a summer challenge that turns into a lifelong skill.

And unlike many larger schools pushing expensive packaged programs, Elite offers flexible training designed to let you progress at your own pace. That “pay-as-you-go” approach is a huge advantage for students trying to manage tuition, summer jobs, and life expenses.

From your first Discovery Flight to earning advanced ratings, you’ll train with experienced instructors in well-maintained aircraft right here in Coldwater, Michigan.

This summer… don’t just head home.
Take off. 🌤️

📍 Coldwater, Michigan
📞 866-500-8895
🌐 https://eliteairservice.com/flight-school/

05/11/2026

Tomorrow is the day! Weatherman says 60 degrees and sunny…perfect day to fly down and check them out at KOEB! ☀️ 🍳

05/08/2026

👏 👏 Come down and have some breakfast or lunch starting Monday at Prop Blast Cafe! 🥞 🍳

WE GOT THE GREEN LIGHT! ✈️☕🍳

After lots of hard work, preparation, and support from all of you, we officially received approval from the health department and are READY TO OPEN our doors!

🎉 Opening Day: Monday, May 11th
⏰ Hours: 7AM – 2PM DAILY

We seriously cannot thank everyone enough for the love, encouragement, and support throughout this journey. Seeing this dream come to life means the world to us, and we can’t wait to serve our community.

Come grab breakfast, lunch, coffee, and check out everything we’ve been working so hard on. We are beyond excited to welcome everyone into Prop Blast Cafe starting Monday morning!

See you at 7AM! 💙

05/06/2026

🛶 ✈️ Float Plane Season Is Back! ☀️

The weather is finally turning around, the lakes are opening up, and we’re getting close to peak flying season — which means it’s time to start getting those float planes back in the water.

We just got Mark’s plane launched for the season, and it’s always satisfying seeing one go from winter storage, to fueled up, to back in the air in no time.

With our dedicated float plane trailer and convenient access right across from the airport, we make the launch process smooth and stress-free so you can get back to flying sooner.

Whether your float plane is still in storage for the year or needs maintenance before flying season kicks off, we can take care of it and help get you back on the water.

📞 Call Zack at 866-500-8895 to get on the schedule.

Elite Air Service — A Legacy of Trust in Aviation. ✈️

05/05/2026

We are thrilled for our building partners! 👏