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Flight Training for Certificates

Private Piolot Certificate

Attaining your Private Pilot Certificate is one of the most fulfilling accomplishments you will do as an individual. You have to earn it. This is your first step in your aviation future, whether for personal pleasure or to pursue an aviation career. You and your Flight Instructor will work closely to achieve your goals.

Your first flight lesson will begin with an introduction to procedures and a flight in a Training airplane of your choice. During your training you will learn all aspects of becoming a pilot including aerodynamics, weather, and aircraft systems. After 10 to 20 hours of concentrated training, you become the master of your aircraft, at which time you will be authorized to solo. Further training will consist of cross-country flying and becoming more proficient with flight maneuvers. Your final training will prepare you for your checkride with the FAA, which includes an oral and flight test.

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Commercial Pilot Certificate

The Commercial Pilot Certificate is your passport to becoming a professional pilot. The training develops your skills in utilizing the maximum performance of the aircraft. Training is focused on precision and smoothness of control applications. You will learn advanced maneuvers and systems using high-performance aircraft. The aircraft becomes an extension of you.

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Flight Instructor Certificate

Traditionally, the most common way to begin a flight career. The Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) is one of the most challenging and rewarding certificates to earn. Imagine having the respect and ability that you remember your first CFI had. Teaching new folks how to fly, and helping current pilots to upgrade, will be one of the most rewarding experiences of your life.

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Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)

The culmination of certificates, the Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate allows you to carry passengers and cargo as pilot-in-command of a Part 121 or 135 airline operation. The standards are tough, but what would you expect from an Airline Transport Pilot?      

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