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Getting Your Private Pilot License

Obtaining a private pilot license is an exhilarating journey that involves mastering the art of flying. Here's a guide on how to embark on this thrilling adventure.

‍Begin with Ground School: The foundation of your pilot training starts with ground school. Dive deep into aviation theory, covering subjects like aerodynamics, navigation, and aviation regulations. Understanding the fundamentals is crucial.

‍Find the Right Instructor: A skilled flight instructor is your guide to success. Look for experienced professionals who can provide tailored guidance and ensure you're well-prepared for the challenges ahead.

‍Hands-On Training: Practical experience is essential. Engage in pilot training that combines both simulator sessions and actual flight time. Simulators, like those offered in AV8 Prep online courses, provide a safe environment to practice maneuvers and emergency procedures.

‍Build Flight Hours: Accumulate flight hours to meet the requirements for a private pilot license. Practice various flight maneuvers, including takeoffs, landings, and navigation.

‍Pass the Written Exam: After thorough preparation, you'll need to pass a written exam that tests your knowledge of aviation principles and regulations.

‍Flight Test: The final step is a practical flight test with an FAA examiner. Demonstrate your flying skills and knowledge, including safe operation of the aircraft.

‍Obtain Your License: Once you pass both the written exam and flight test, you'll be awarded your private pilot license. This grants you the privilege to fly aircraft for personal use and non-commercial purposes.

The path to obtaining a private pilot license involves a combination of education, training, and practical experience. It all starts here, with AV8 Prep. We can help show you how you can achieve your pilot dreams by following these steps and investing in quality pilot training like that offered by us.
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Course Syllabus

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Aerodynamics
  1. Four Forces
  2. Climbs, Descents & Straight and Level Flight
  3. Axes of Motion, Basic Flight Controls & Turns
  4. Angle of Attack
  5. Effects on Aerodynamics
  6. P Factor & Torque
  7. Ground Effect
  8. Stalls & Spins
  9. Bank Angle & Load Factor
Aircraft Power Plant
  1. Airplane Engines and How They Produce Power
  2. Ignition System
  3. Induction & Mixture Control
  4. Carbureted Vs. Fuel Injected
  5. Carburetor Ice & Carb Heat
  6. Detonation & Pre-Ignition
  7. Engine Overheating
  8. Engine Instruments
Aircraft Systems
  1. Propeller
  2. Flaps
  3. Transponder 101
  4. ELT & Emergency Frequency
Aircraft Systems Part 2
  1. Fuel Systems
  2. Electrical System
  3. Landing Gear System
Pitot Static System
  1. Pitot Static System
  2. Pitot Static – Errors & Failures
  3. Airspeed Indicator
  4. Vertical Speed Indicator
  5. Altimeter
  6. How to Read an Altimeter
  7. Altimeter Errors
  8. Setting Altimeter
  9. Types of Altitudes
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Gyro Instruments, Vacuum System & Glass Cockpits
  1. Gyro Instruments & Vacuum System
  2. Attitude Indicator
  3. Heading Indicator
  4. Turn Coordinator
  5. Magnetic Compass & Errors
  6. Glass Cockpits
Aircraft Performance
  1. Density & Pressure Altitude
  2. Calculating Density & Pressure Altitude
  3. Takeoff Distance Charts
  4. Cruise Performance Charts
  5. Landing Distance Performance Charts
  6. Landing Distance Table
  7. Crosswind Components
  8. V Speeds
Flight Planning
  1. Latitude & Longitude
  2. VFR Sectional Chart
  3. Airports on a Sectional
Flight Planning Part 2
  1. Calculating Time Zone Corrections
  2. Zulu Time
  3. Chart Supplement
  4. NOTAMS
  5. Weather Briefings
  6. VFR Flight Plan
  7. FSS
  8. ATIS
Weight & Balance
  1. Weight & Balance
  2. Weight & Balance Calculations
Airport Ground Operations
  1. Engine Start
  2. Taxiway & Destination Signs
  3. Airport Lighting
  4. Runway Markings
  5. Airport Diagram
  6. Taxi Wind Correction
  7. LAHSO
  8. Engine Runup & Pre-Takeoff Checklist
  9. Hydroplaning
Navigation
  1. VFR Navigation
  2. VOR 101
  3. Using VOR
  4. Distance Measuring Equipment
  5. Ensuring VOR or DME is working
  6. Knowing Where you are Regarding VOR
  7. Global Positioning System 101
Weather
  1. Causes of Weather
  2. Stability of an Air Masses
  3. Temperature Inversions, Dewpoint & Fog
  4. Types of Clouds
  5. Weather Fronts
  6. Thunderstorms, Wind Shear & Microbursts
  7. Icing / Reporting Icing
  8. Frost, Freezing Rain and Wet Snow
  9. Turbulence & Mountain Waves
Weather part 2
  1. Standard Pressure & Temperature
  2. Convection & Circulation
  3. Occluded Fronts
  4. Jet Stream
In Flight
  1. Night Flying
  2. Unusual Attitude Recovery
  3. Collision Avoidance
  4. En Route Weather Advisories
  5. Lost Communications & Light Gun Signals
  6. VASI, PAPI, PLASI
  7. Wake Turbulence
  8. Wind Cone & Segmented Circle
  9. Go Around
  10. Normal Takeoff & Climb
  11. Crosswind Takeoff & Climb
  12. Normal Approach & Landing
  13. Crosswind Approach & Landing
  14. Emergency Operations
  15. Lost Procedures
  16. Traffic Pattern 101
  17. Traffic Pattern – Entries & Exits
ATC Communications & Clearances private
  1. ATC Basics
  2. Traffic Callout by Position of Clock
  3. Non-Towered Communication Procedures
  4. Tower Talk – Basics & Ground Operations
  5. Tower Talk – Pattern Operations
  6. Tower Talk – VFR En Route
Private Pilot FAR’s
  1. Aircraft Stuff
  2. Pilot Rules
  3. In Flight Rules
  4. NTSB Part 830
  5. Aeronautical Decision Making
Airspace
  1. Controlled Vs. Uncontrolled?
  2. Class A-D
  3. Class E & G
  4. Special Use Airspace
  5. Terminal Radar Programs
  6. Special VFR
  7. Airspace Speed Limits
Interpretting Weather
  1. Weather Radar
  2. TAFs
  3. METAR
  4. Weather Depiction Charts
  5. Airmets & Sigmets
  6. PIREPS
  7. High & Low Level Prog Charts
  8. Aviation Graphics Forecasts
  9. Convective Outlook Charts
  10. Surface Analysis Charts
  11. Winds & Temperature Aloft

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Tower Talk
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Online Ground School Course
Self Paced Learning Environment
150+ Lessons
Full Library of FAA Exam Questions
Interactive Explanations for Self-Study
3-5 Minute “Bite Sized” Lessons
Learn from a team of qualified instructors
Master the FAA Regulations
Pass guarantee (written and oral exams)
AV8Live Classes
Private Pilot Diary
Tower Talk
1 on 1 mock checkride
Career Counseling
Training Check with a CFI

FAQs about AV8Live

What is AV8Live?

AV8Live Training is a virtual training platform which allows you to interact with an instructor. Each 90 minute session your instructor covers a specific module in your course including time set aside for:

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  • Flight application
  • Student Q&A
‍When are the AV8Live sessions?

AV8Live is available at various times 7 days per week, depending on which course you are enrolled in. Once enrolled, you will be granted access to a calendar to sign up and submit questions prior to your live lesson.

Where do I need to be for an AV8Live session?

AV8Live sessions are conducted through video conferencing. A laptop and internet connection is the only requirement!

Who is allowed to attend an AV8Live session?

Any AV8Prep.com customer who has signed up for the AV8Live program can attend at any time. Just make a reservation and submit any questions you have ahead of time!

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