| Question: |
What is a DISCOVERY FLIGHT? |
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During your Discovery Flight you will be given
the opportunity to take control of the aircraft
and experience the thrill and joy of being a pilot!
You will also have the opportunity to ask your instructor
any questions you have about learning how to fly.
Come see what the hype is all about, call today
to schedule YOUR Discovery Flight! (507)
451-6611 |
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| Question: |
How long does it take to learn to fly and get
a private pilot certificate? |
| Answer: |
There are a lot of variables that affect the time
it takes to earn your certificate, including the
frequency of flight lessons, weather conditions,
aircraft availability, and individual aptitude.
The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) has established
the minimum number of flight hours needed to obtain
a private pilot certificate. Under Part 61 a minimum
of 40 flight hours is required, under Part 141 a
minimum of 35 flight hours is required. (See
the next question for an explanation on the differences
between Part 61 and Part 141). However, the
nationwide average is closer to 65 hours to obtain
your certificate. These flight hours can be spread
over a time span of a few months to a few years.
If you fly at least twice a week it will take you
approximately five months to complete your training. |
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| Question: |
What are the differences between a Part 61 and
a Part 141 flight school? |
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Part 141 schools have more FAA oversight than
Part 61 schools. A Part 141 school has an FAA approved
cirriculum, is required to maintain all flight training
records to a set standard, all records and aircraft
are inspected by the FAA on a yearly basis, all
instructors are required to take proficiency tests
on a yearly basis, etc. Because of the high standards
these schools are held to they are allowed to reduce
the minimum required hours for Private, Instrument
and Commercial flight training. |
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| Question: |
How do I validate my Foreign License,
Rating or Medical Certificate? |
| Answer: |
Carefully
read and follow the instructions found on this
link:
FAA
Foreign License Verification. The application
for a Rating or Medical Certificate on the basis
of a foreign license must be submitted 90 days
prior to your arrival.
Verification
letters should be mailed to our local Flight Standards
District Office (FSDO):
Minneapolis
FSDO
6020
28th Avenue South
Suite
201
Minneapolis,
Minnesota 55450-2704
USA |
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| Question: |
Am I required to obtain a TSA (Transportation
Security Agent) background check before I can fly
in the U.S.? |
| Answer: |
You are only required to submit an Alien Flight
Student Program (AFSP) application and receive a
TSA background check if you are Not a U.S. Citizen
AND you intend to begin
training for a pilot certificate or rating. |
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| Question: |
If I am not a U.S. Citizen and I intend to train
for a pilot certificate or rating, how do I submit
an Alien Flight Student Program (AFSP) application? |
| Answer: |
The following link AOPA
Special Training gives an excellent description
of the registration process for Alien Flight Students.
If you are unable to access the linked page please
email me, karen@rareaircraft.com
and I will send you a copy of the description. Allow
two to three weeks for processing time. |
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| Question: |
Am I required to obtain a Visa for flight training
in the U.S.? |
| Answer: |
Yes, if you are planning on training for a pilot
certificate or rating you are required to have a
Visa. |
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