FAQ
What are the basic requirements that I need to meet to start flight training?
Once I meet the initial requirements, what do I have to do to earn my Private Pilot's License?
Why do you use a simulator in your training program?
What types of certificates, ratings, and endorsements can I earn at the Fargo Flight School?
Do you offer financial aid?
How experienced are your flight instructors?
Your instructors are among the best. How are your training aircraft?
Do I need a medical? Where do I get one?
What are the basic requirements that I need to meet to start flight training?
You can fly with an instructor at nearly any age, but by Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations, you must be at least 16 years old to fly an airplane by yourself (solo) and be at least 17 years old to complete your Private Pilot's License.
You must also be able to read, write, and comprehend the English language and must be able to pass an aviation flight physical. Once you meet these three criteria, you're ready to start flying.
Once I meet the initial requirements, what do I have to do to earn my Private Pilot's License?
The FAA sets the standards for pilot competency. We operate under Part 61 of the Federal Aviation Regulations which allows flexibility in our training programs. We’re able to treat you as an individual and create the best training scenario to meet your specific needs.
Fargo Flight School and the instructors meet the requirements of FAR Part 61 so you can achieve your aviation goals, whatever they may be.
Why do you use a simulator in your training program?
Fargo Flight School uses an FAA-approved, Advanced Aviation Training Device (ATD) that is setting new standards in high-quality flight simulation technology.
Made by ELITE Simulation Solutions, the RC-1 is a complete full-featured ATD with life-size, high-resolution instruments, cockpit enclosure, instructor station, and external visual system with large-screen display.
We use an ATD because it's a great way to get experience and confidence before you actually get into a cockpit. ATD's are also more cost effective than renting an aircraft, so you save money on your training.
What types of certificates, ratings, and endorsements can I earn at the Fargo Flight School?
Our certificate programs include:
- Sport Pilot License
- Private Pilot License (PVT)
- Commercial Pilot License (CPL)
- Airline Transport Pilot License (ATPL or ATP)
- Certified Flight Instructor (CFI)
- Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFII)
- Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI)
Our rating programs include:
- Instrument Rating
- Multi-Engine Rating
Our Endorsements Include:
- High Performance Endorsement (greater than 200 HP Engine)
- Complex Endorsement (retractable gear, controllable pitch propeller, and flaps)
- Tail-wheel Endorsement - coming soon
Do you offer financial aid?
Yes we do. Education loans are a great way to help you reach all of your license and rating goals while you also manage your money. Financial aid information and applications are available on each of the individual organizations' Web sites.
Fargo Jet Center can help you to arrange financing through Sallie Mae, Inc.
Check out our "Financial Aid" page.
How experienced are your flight instructors?
The instructors at Fargo Jet Center are simply the best. Our instructors have a combined 30 years of experience. We match you to the ideal instructor for your individual goals, so you know you're getting the very best for your unique situation.
An outstanding article about the responsibilities instructors have is published on AvWeb. (AvWeb is a great website with fantastic resources for pilots; I encourage you to spend a LOT of time on that site.)
Your instructors are among the best. How are your training aircraft?
Our training fleet is the best maintained and most beautifully equipped in the area. Our fleet is new and highly equipped; most of the aircraft are instrument flight rated, and they are outfitted with modern avionics equipment, including approach-grade GPS stacks.
We also have a Citabria for Dual-only tail-wheel training.
Do I need a medical? Where do I get one?
Yes, you will need to have an aviation medical examination. There are three categories, of increasing complexity, and your choice of which applies to you depends upon what your aviation objectives are. Student pilots need not have a medical until they solo. Their medical is also their student pilot certificate.
You can locate an Aviation Medical Examiner here.
Teaching Philosophy
At the Fargo Flight School we use an instructor-mentored, computer-based system for all of our ground school training. Your ground school and flying lesson will be integrated to help you really understand the information.
With our help, you will progress at the best pace. This is also the approach we use through most of our advanced training. Learn more.