March 4, 2026

— Jeff Ward, Lehigh Valley News Briefs

The Flight School Association of North America, based in Allentown, has changed its name to the Flight School Association International (FSAI).

The change reflects the association’s global reach, according to a press release.

“The fact is, we have supported flight training organizations outside of North America for several years, and this transition reflects a formal acknowledgment of our growing international role and membership,” FSAI President Robert Rockmaker said in the statement.

FSAI was founded in 2009. It promotes pilot training. Members include flight schools and aviation businesses.

Here’s a link to the FSAI’s statement and below is a cut-and-paste version:

Mar 2, 2026

Flight School Association of North America Announces Rebrand to Flight School Association International

ALLENTOWN, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Flight School Association of North America today announced a name change to Flight School Association International (FSAI), reflecting the organization’s expanding global reach and growing international membership.

Founded in 2009, FSAI represents a wide range of independent flight training entities that serve aspiring aviators at every stage of pilot development, from the private pilot certificate through structured career pilot pathways.

The rebranding decision was approved by members during the Association’s annual meeting, held on Friday, Feb. 27, 2026, in San Diego. It was driven by increased demand for advocacy, guidance, and industry insight from international flight training providers as well as the global supply chain that supports the industry.

FSAI was the first trade association established specifically to serve flight training organizations focused on foundational pilot education. As the aviation and aerospace industries evolve, the Association will continue to collaborate with partners to advance shared priorities and long-standing objectives. Foremost among these is safety, which underpins every aspect of an industry built around aircraft operations and flight training.

“Our Association remains firmly aligned with its original mission, unchanged since our founding,” said FSAI President Robert Rockmaker. “The fact is, we have supported flight training organizations outside of North America for several years, and this transition reflects a formal acknowledgment of our growing international role and membership.”

FSAI represents more than 850 member organizations worldwide, encompassing flight training providers of all sizes. Whether operating a small fleet or a large training operation, each member receives equal consideration, respect, and access to association resources, Rockmaker added.

About FSAI

Founded in 2009, Flight School Association International is dedicated to strengthening the flight training industry and increasing the pilot population through advocacy, collaboration, and education. FSAI’s members include flight schools, training providers, and aviation businesses across the globe, working together to promote excellence in flight instruction and testing.