Private Pilot License - Airplane

The basic Private Pilot course is the same whether accelerated or not. We just compress the time between lessons. The following models are common to all Private Pilot students

Module - 1

In this phase, you spend around 15 to 20 hours with your flight instructor learning how to fly the aircraft and how to land the aircraft.  This model is designed to provide you with a strong foundation leading towards the first solo flight. Basic maneuvers are introduced as well as ground reference maneuver, different types of takeoffs and landings, emergency procedures and airport operations. You will do the required FAA flight training maneuvers and gain proficiency in the new world of flying.  At the end of this phase, you will solo the aircraft alone wit the supervision of your flight instructor.  You will make 3 take-off's and landings and will then move on to Module 2.

Module - 2

in Module 2, you will do the Private Pilot maneuvers again and will solo supervised for a second time.  If everything is okay, you will then be able to practice the maneuvers and landings by yourself without supervision.  After about 5 hours of solo practice, you and your flight instructor will begin the Cross Country phase.  During preparation for cross country, you will be introduced to Night Flying and become night qualified.  You will also know how to navigate using electronic navigation and using sectional charts.  Your flight instructor will fly with you to several new airports, all at least 50 miles from our airport.  After you have successfully demonstrated that you can get to the other airports and back, you will be sent on two to three solo cross country flights.  One of these will be at least 150 miles!  When you have finished 5 hours of solo cross country, you will move onto the final module.

Module - 3

In this module, you and your flight instructor will prepare for your FAA check ride.  You will hone your skills as you prepare and get ready to become a pilot.  After about 3 to 5 hours, you will be ready to take your FAA check ride.  When you are done, you'll be a PRIVATE PILOT!

The whole training takes between 40 and 75 hours of flight time. Ground training is between 20 and 40 hours

Here is a checklist of things you'll have to do before you can become a Private Pilot

• Be at least 17 years old
• Read, speak and understand the English language. Fluency is not required
• Pass an FAA written
• Have 5 hours cross country
• Pass a check ride with the FAA or designated examiner