Private Pilot
The journey of flying typically begins with the Private Pilot Certificate. By receiving your Private Pilots Certificate you will have mastered the fundamentals of airmanship, navigation, and communication.
Probably the most thrilling and satisfying of all the pilot ratings, the Private Pilot can fly virtually anywhere under Visual Flight Rules (VFR) while taking passengers along for the adventure.
Instructional Areas Covered
- Aircraft Preflight Inspection
- Radio and Cockpit Communications
- Aircraft Systems
- Meteorology
- Navigation
- Airport Operations
- Emergency Procedures
- Weight & Balance Calculations
- Airport Traffic Patterns
- Takeoffs & Landings
- Required Maneuvers
- Airspace Restrictions
- Federal Aviation Regulations
- Night Flight
- Cross-Country Flight
Eligibility Requirements for Private Pilot Certificate
- 17 years of age
- Third Class Medical Certificate
Contact Us today to learn more about course curriculum and registration.
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.