Light Sport Pilot Training program
After many years of instructing we have learned a few things about pilot training
First Learning to fly must be a positive experience, which really means it must be enjoyable, the people who are having fun and enjoying themselves are the ones who learn the quickest and retain the most of what they learned.
We believe learning to fly is an adventure that you will remember for the rest of your life and it is our goal to make sure the lessons you learn here will stick with you for the rest of your life.
Second, for flight training to be most efficient and effective you have to fly often. Traditionally people learning to fly went about it by flying once or twice a week or once every other week, this is very often frustrating and expensive. When you first begin learning to fly if you go too long between lessons you must spend a fair part of each lesson relearning what you were taught on your last flight. Throw in the usual distractions that are part of everyday life and many find their flight training taking much longer and costing much more than they had anticipated.
We have seen this frustration over and over again in our career as a instructors. The easiest way to overcome this and make your training much more efficient is to train full time, much as the airlines and military do. So we have designed a 12 day immersion training course for the Sport Pilot license.
Imagine taking a vacation to learn to fly.
We are located in Friday Harbor which is located on San Juan Island, part of the San Juan Archipelago and a popular vacation destination. Friday Harbor which is the largest town in San Juans has a variety of shops, restaurants, brew pubs, numerous outdoor activities, the whale museum and beautiful northwest scenery that make Washington State so unique. Theres lots to do like ride the ferries, wildlife and whale watching tours, bike tours, a theatre, movies or simply relaxing in our charming island town.
This is also a unique place for learning to fly, away from congested airspace and large airports so there is no delay in getting off the ground and out to the practice area. Lots of interesting island airports to visit in close proximity to Friday Harbor, and lots of beautiful scenery nearby. Only a short distance to the mountains so that your experience will not be limited to flatland flying only.
Course Description
Minimum training requirements for certification is 20 hours. But we budget 25 hours to make sure you are a safe and proficient pilot But you only pay for what you actually use. The course is designed to have 2 students at a time. We feel having someone learning alongside you is a great benefit. You'll have someone to study with, share flying stories with, and a chance to make a new friend.
Your training is conducted using our Sport Pilot Syllabus so that everything is organized and efficient .You will fly twice a day on most days, have a pre and post flight lesson each day as well as a Ground School lesson. Most days will require a little homework or study, but you will have plenty of off time to enjoy our island.
Upon signing up for the course you will be sent all books and study material. Prior to arriving you will need to take your FAA written test ( Instructions on where and how will be included with your books and study material).
You will also need to visit your local Flight Services District Office (FSDO) to get you student license. (detailed instructions on where and how will be included with our books and study material). To be eligible for a student sport pilot certificate, you must:
1. Be a minimum of 16 years of age (14 for glider).
2. Be able to read, write, and understand the English language.
3. Have a valid photo ID to verify your identity.
4. Complete FAA Form 8710-11.
Student sport pilot certificates are issued by:
1. The local FAA Flight Standards District Office (FSDO).
2. Designated Pilot Examiners (DPE) or Sport Pilot Examiners (SPE).
3. Aeromedical Examiners (AME) the doctors that issue FAA medical certificates.
PACKAGE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
A flight instructor assigned to you for the 12 days
All Books and Study Materials
5 Hours of Solo in 2006 SportStar
20 Hours of Dual in 2006 SportStar
3 Hours of Pre & Post Flight Briefings
Sport Pilot Ground School (Six 2hr ground school lessons)
Unlimited use of our DVD & Video library
Total Pre-Paid Special Price
*$3,695.00
Sport Pilot Graduation Requirements:
* At least 17 years old
* U.S. Driver License
* Read, speak, understand English
* Pass FAA Exams
* ... No medical exam required
Sport Pilot Limitations:
* Max one passenger
* No night flight
* Fly below 10,000 ft. aircraft less than 1320 lbs |
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Training Schedule
Call now as our classes are filling up fast. Next available dates will be in July
PACKAGE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
A flight instructor assigned to you for the 12 days
All Books and Study Materials
5 Hours of Solo in 2006 SportStar
20 Hours of Dual in 2006 SportStar
3 Hours of Pre & Post Flight Briefings
Sport Pilot Ground School (Six 2hr ground school lessons)
Unlimited use of our DVD & Video library
Total Pre-Paid Special Price
*$3,695.00
Sport Pilot Graduation Requirements:
* At least 17 years old
* U.S. Driver License
* Read, speak, understand English
* Pass FAA Exams
* ... No medical exam required
Sport Pilot Limitations:
* Max one passenger
* No night flight* Fly below 10,000 ft.
* aircraft less than 1320 lbs
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