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(Questions commonly asked by those who want to learn to fly.)

What is required for me to solo?

1) Be at least 16 years old. 2) Earn your CFI's endorsement that you are capable of safely piloting a plane without any help at all. 3) Have completed a Pre-solo written test. This is an open book test related to rules and regulations, aircraft systems and performance, airport operations and traffic patterns, etc. This will be reviewed by your instructor. 4) Have a completed Student/Medical Certificate.

What is a Student Pilot Certificate/Medical Certificate and where and how do I obtain it?

This is a combination form with a Student Pilot Certificate on one side and a Medical Certificate on the other. When completed, this dual purpose certificate is good for two years. You may obtain the form from an AME (an FAA-approved doctor). Your Springfield instructor will refer you to an AME in the community. (Since you must have this Student/Medical Certificate before you can solo, it might be a good idea to get it before you start flight training, especially if there is a possibility that you may have a health condition that could delay its issuance.)

What are my responsibilities as a solo student pilot?

As a solo student pilot you are now actually the pilot in command of the aircraft... So you must be understanding of the aircraft, rules and regulations, traffic avoidence, communications and emergency procedures that you have learned prior to solo.You must get your CFI to re-endorse your Student Pilot Certificate every 90 days, without fail. This is your responsibility, not your CFI's.

What is required to get my Private Pilot Certificate?

1) Be at least 17 years old. 2) Read, write and understand the English language. 3) Receive endorsement from the CFI who gave or reviewed your ground training and who will certify that you are prepared for a knowledge test. 4) Pass the knowledge test. 5) Receive endorsement from the instructor who conducted your training and who will certify that you are prepared for the practical tests. 6) Pass the FAA check ride and oral and test.

What does my Private Pilot Certificate permit me to do?

Your Private Pilot Certificate qualifies you to act as pilot-in-command of an aircraft carrying passengers and baggage. You can now travel any distance and to destinations that you and or your aircraft are capable of. However, you are prohibited from charging for your services. Unless you hold an instrument rating, you may fly only under VFR (visual flight rules) in good weather conditions. Remember whether you are student or a seasoned pilot, you should always question your own abilities before you take to the sky!

NOTE: Prior to any training all students must present an original birth certificate or current US passport to show US citizenship... No training can be done until we have recorded these in our files.

 

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