Private Pilot Certificate (License) And FAQ’s
London Airport is an excellent location for learning how to fly. The airspace surrounding London is generally uncontrolled by air traffic control. As such, students have a great deal of freedom to practice flying without restrictions. Because the airspace isn’t busy, we are able to maximize the productivity of your time in the aircraft and increase your safety at the same time. London is also blessed with an excellent airport that has one of the largest runways in the state. And finally, London does not have the overhead that larger airports have, so we are one of the least expensive flight schools in Kentucky. Q. So What Does It Take?Q. What Does A License Allow You?Q. Is It Safe?Safety is the first priority for every pilot and instructor. Aero Flight is no exception. Everything in aviation from training, maintenance, control of the airspace, and construction of the aircraft is done with safety in mind. If a pilot (or student) does not cut corners, flying is very safe. If done properly, flying is safer than driving a car. Statically speaking, more people are killed in mule accidents than aircraft! Q. What About Ground School?The FAA recognizes two types of flight schools. They are commonly called Part 61 and Part 141. A Part 141 school is a more structured school that is geared more for pilots seeking a career in aviation. These schools typically require a ground school course be completed before flying. A Part 61 school, like Aero Flight, has more flexibility and freedom in conducting the ground school. Students learning to fly at Aero Flight, start flying right away. Students are then required to start either a DVD/Video or a textbook based course of study or a combination of both, which is recommended. The home studies are supplemented with one-on-one instruction in the areas of pre-flight, navigation, weather, filing a flight plan, cross-country flying, and communications. The Private Pilot License is the same license regardless of what type of school you attend. The only difference is airlines prefer to hire pilots who went to a Part 141 school. Q. What Kind of Plane(s)?Beginning students will learn in the time tested and proven Cessna 172. It is a four seat certified aircraft with a 160hp engine. For your safety, this aircraft is completely inspected and serviced every 100 hours of engine time. A Piper Arrow III is used for advanced training. This is also a four seat certified aircraft, but it has a 200 hp engine, auto-pilot, GPS, fuel injected, retractable gear, constant speed propeller and every speed modification. Q. What About Insurance?Full coverage insurance is carried on the Cessna 172. Students do not need to provide additional coverage. Aero Flight also carries instructor liability insurance. Q. So How Much?So how much is the bottom line? The short answer is $5,000. Some students will take longer than usual and as such, the price will be higher for them. The good news is you pay as you go. If you only fly two hours and stop, you have only paid for two hours with no further obligations. A quick break-down of the costs are as follows:
Q. How Do I Get Started?Aero Flight encourages individuals interested in a pilot license to just go flying! Call us and we will schedule a time and an aircraft for you. We fly anytime you want, day or night, 7 days a week (weather permitting). Sorry, but we are closed Sundays until 1:30pm. The key point is that you fly an hour or two before you make any final decisions.
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