Get your sport pilot certificate in fourteen (14) days or less with our Accelerated Pilot Course. To ensure a successful training experience, we use the building-block theory of learning which recognizes that each lesson must be taught on the basis of previously learned knowledge. Each day's training will introduce new material and review previous subject areas. You'll be taught the aeronautical skills, knowledge and judgment  to become a competent pilot. Your accelerated course also includes all of books and materals. The following is our course outline.


  • Pilot and Aircraft Certificates and Documents

  • Sport Pilot Privileges and Limitations

  • Owner/Operator Responsibilities

  • Federal Aviation Regulations

  • Preflight Actions

  • Aero medical Factors

  • Aerodynamics

  • Engine and Airframe Operations

  • Density Altitude/Performance Limitations

  • National Airspace System

  • Using Aeronautical Charts and Airport Facilities Directory

  • Using Aeronautical Information Manual & Advisory Circulars

  • Cross Country Flight Planning

  • Aviation Weather and Weather Services

  • Recognizing Hazardous Weather

  • Airport Operations

  • Standard and Non-Standard Traffic Patterns

  • Airport Runway Markings

  • Aircraft Radio and ATC Procedures

  • Accident Report Regulations and Responsibilities

  • Aeronautical Decision Making and Risk Management

 

Flight training will consist of the following Areas of Operation

  • Preflight Inspection and Use of Check Lists

  • Weight and Load Calculations

  • Cockpit Management

  • Taxing Procedures

  • Wing Inspection and Layout & Packing

  • Passenger Briefing Responsibilities

  • Normal Takeoff and Climb Out

  • Basic Flight Maneuvers

  • Ground Reference Maneuvers

  • Avoiding Ground-Based Obstacles

  • VFR Navigation Methods

  • Normal Landings

  • High Approach to Landing

  • Go Around Procedures

  • Lost Procedures

  • Collision Avoidance Procedures

  • Emergency Procedures

  • Survival Procedures and Gear

 

The following tips will enhance learning during training.

  • Get a good night's sleep before each day's flight training

  • Complete each homework assignment before retiring

  • Be on time each morning so we can get to work right away

  • Have flight clothing ready for the appropriate forecast temperature 

Once you have made a commitment to become a Sport Pilot, we will send the course books and study aids to review before training begins. If you would like more information on getting started, contact us via email or phone.