Today, I want to walk you through the steps to prepare for your Private Pilot Certificate. The planes above are commonly used in training one to get their license. They are the Cessna 150 known as the high wing on the left and Piper 140 low wing, also the Cessna 172 high wing is used in training. It’s a preference as to which aircraft you prefer, or it could be you have no choice but to learn in the aircraft that is available at the Ariel Club. All aircraft listed are good choices for a beginner.

A Private Pilot Certificate allows one to fly pretty much any aircraft. From there you could add your multiengine, commercial, and Instrument ratings. That was a path I took in acquiring my ratings with the FFA. One doesn’t need hundreds of hours of flying time but always remember getting any rating is only your ticket to learning more. So never stop learning.

Here are some suggestions for what I did. Remember, one must be at least 17 years of age. FFA requires anyone who flies to be able to speak, read, write, and understand the English language. The next step in my opinion would be to get your medical certificate, a third-class medical is what it takes. It’s around eighty to one hundred dollars depending on where you live. Don’t spend good money flying if you can’t pass the requirements. You must know if you can pass the physical. Some physical aspects may not disqualify you but could limit your private pilot requirements.

Check out the flying clubs in your area, and know the type of aircraft they have and how they are maintained. Speak with an instructor, and get to know his techniques so you can feel comfortable with him while you’re flying. One way to do this is to ask for an introductory flight and pay close attention to what he does, this will tell you a lot about him and the aircraft.

It’s vitally important to get good ground school background. You can choose between a home study course which is less expensive or one that offers hands-on experience with an instructor, personally, I don’t like shortcuts. Less time is less experience. This is my personal belief; I’m not condemning anyone. Just stating my feelings. It is always up to the individual what he or she chooses.

Whatever route you choose you will still have time with an instructor, you will begin to learn radio communication, pre-flight briefing, flight training on stalls, maneuvers, emergency procedures, and post-flight briefing which is about your performance in the air and on the ground. I chose Part 61 of the FARs because I wanted the experience. Part 141 of the FARs is only 35 hours, no matter which you choose you must have at least 20 hours with an instructor. Not only do you have to take a written test, you also are going to have to pass an oral test with the examiner before you take the Flight test itself. It’s a scary endeavor, but being prepared is the key to your success. With the proper training, you will have confidence in all three exams. Good luck and hit those books hard.

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