American Aviation Flight School at Manassas Regional Airport abruptly closed on August 1, leaving numerous students, some having paid significant upfront fees, stranded without refunds.
The school's owner, Kevin Rychlik, cited health issues and a lack of viable path forward before filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on August 6, listing business debts between $10 million and $50 million.
Students who lost thousands of dollars in tuition are now considering legal action to address the situation.
A flight school operating at Virginia’s Manassas Regional Airport/Harry P. Davis Field (KHEF) abruptly shut down on August 1, leaving several of its students stranded.
Students from American Aviation Flight School, including Thida Aung, reached out to local news station WTTG-TV (FOX 5 DC) seeking help.
CREATE A FREE ACCOUNT
Sign up to keep reading
Create a free account to continue. Already a member? Sign in below.
Amelia Walsh is a private pilot who enjoys flying her family’s Columbia 350. She is based in Colorado and loves all things outdoors including skiing, hiking, and camping.
