Pacific States Aviation, Concord

If fly out of the Bay Area, chances are the pilot trained at Pacific States Aviation. Since 1946, PSA has established itself as a one-stop destination for all things aviation. The FAA-approved academy takes advantage of PSA's long runways and sunny weather as well as its flight simulators to train students who go on to fly commercial and private jets. It's also a well-known spot for plane maintenance thanks to its FAA-certified repair stations and top-notch mechanics.